burgundy

I bought burgundy pants!  I picked these up at J. Crew over the weekend (I had to return a different pair--the boys were with me--they were so good while I tried these on!).  I love this color.  This is their "matchstick" fit.  It's is a straight fit.  What do you think?  I have to say, I'm surprisied, but I'm beginning to think a skinny fit is more flattering!  I'm coming around to the skinny pant--oh so gradually.  Nonetheless, I really like these and will get a lot of wear out of them in fall and winter. 

As always, feel free to weigh in on pant fits!  I find the topic endlessly fascinating!

dots

Dots today.  The weather keeps changing--today called for peeling off morning layers but it is very cold in the mornings. 

Outfit details:
blouse:  J. Crew
jeans:  Levis
shoes:  Dr. Scholl's
bag:  J. Crew

pinspired

I was inspired by this photo on Pinterest to layer a black blazer over a denim vest.   I loved the look and I love that it is fallish enough now to wear this.

blazer:  Target
vest:  J. Crew
striped top:  Gap
pants:  Gap
mary jane's:  Clark's

What outfits have you been inspired by on Pinterest lately?

fall re-style

Just thought I'd share how I re-styled this dress for fall.  Last seen here.

Outfit details:
dress and belt:  Garnett Hill
tights:  Target
scarf:  gift from my mom
shoes:  Clark's

grey + mustard

Today I wore this grey + mustard combination.  The bright cardigan really perks this outfit up, which is actually very nice for a Monday.  I also like that this white top has a lacy overlay--it dresses up the corduroy pants a bit. 

What do you guys think about this pant silhouette (boot cut cords vs. skinny pants)?  I'm so curious to find the best pants shape. 

Outfit details:
mustard cardigan:  Target
grey cords:  J. Crew
white top:  J. Crew
"snakeskin" wedges:  Clark's
watch:  Michael Kors
necklace:  Anthro

scarf + stripes

Happy Tuesday!  I am always so happy to make it through Tuesday of a normal week.  It is all downhill from here, right?  Sort of. 

I threw on this scarf as an afterthought while running out the door, but I ended up really liking it.  I aspire to be able to effortlessly wear scarves.  I love adding color and pattern but usually I'm not sure what to do with them.  Scarf + stripes inspiration here.

Regular scarf inspiration here, here, and here.

Outfit details:
pants:  Talbot's
top:  local boutique
scarf: Gap
shoes:  Clark's

weekend style 2

We went to the Santa Barbara Zoo and Crushcakes today, and here is what I wore.   I've been wearing these shorts a ton since I got them in the summer because they are loose and super comfortable. 

outfit details:
grey tee:  Target
denim shorts:  Lucky Brand
shoes:  Tom's
bracelet:  Mercedes Salazar
necklace:  Lisa Leonard Designs
jacket:  Gap