Friday Favorites: Fall Finds

 TGIF!!! We had such a fun Halloween and this year! Even though it's now November the weather is taking its sweet time cooling off. Even so, I'm eager now for cool weather pieces.

DENIM JUMPSUIT

easy to layer & take on & off - great price $44!

also in black

Here are some pieces I've found and love for this season ...

BLACK MAXI SKIRT

This is beautiful for the holiday season & at a fabulous price $30!

I already plan on wearing it to the Nutcracker with this TOP

FUR TRIM SUEDE VEST

ordered!

FAUX FUR JACKET

also in black

FAIR ISLE SWEATER

several colors

CASHMERE SWEATER

love the pale pink - also in ivory & camel 

WHITE BILLOWY BLOUSE

I love a shimmery white in the Winter

TWO TONED JEANS

I have these & love them!

FLATS

8 colors

I like the full toe coverage haha

COLORED JEANS

I just got this lavender color and have in 2 others - $28!

I did size up

VELVET VEST

FLORAL SEQUIN MINI SKIRT

in my closet!

sharing style options next week

TWEED JACKET & PANTS

LOOP STITCH SWEATER

also in red

BLACK BARREL JEANS

have and fit great $40 & 1 day shipping!

Dress Beautifully for Fall

XOXO Sarah Louise

Gingham Goodness

Gingham is 'The' print of the season.  It's a checked, plaid pattern of symmetric lines and in 2 contrasting colors.  It's a fun print and one that's timeless.

When I think of gingham I instantly think of warm sunny days of Spring & Summer.    Embrace the bold pattern and colors over your solids.  Even Mr has several gingham pieces in his closet ... the trick is to avoid the awkward #twinning disaster!

I've put together lots of gingham goodness with a variety of price points.  You're sure to find the perfect piece or 2!

Gingham Tank  Gingham Short  Red Romper   

Black/White Tank    Gingham Shirt  Gingham Pant 

Blazer   Linen Pant  Sundress  Skirt  Shorts  

Trench Coat  Hat  Bucket Bag  Swimsuit   Moto Jacket   Skinny Pant   Ballet Flat  

 Lots more Here

Midi Dress   Tie Waist Top   Shorts   Jacket   Skirt

       Pumps   Sheath Dress   Ankle Pants

Dress Beautifully in Gingham

XOXO Sarah Louise

To a Tee

Crisp dress shirts and pretty blouses are more 'me to a tee' than a casual cotton tee.  But when the weekend comes sometimes I just want to keep it simple and slip into something soft, cool and comfortable.  But y'all know I'm not going to just put on some random old sorority shirt with paint stains and holes (I save my bin of those for working in the yard or those rare occasions I work on a messy project).

Just about all clothing retailers have gone above the basic tee and offer tees with linen blends. super soft washes and prints to suit any style.  Take advantage of all the options of patterns, cuts and graphics to show off your personality.

A 'Me to a Tee' tee would have magnolias, lemons or will look like this one I found on a target run with Ariel The Little Mermaid on it.
Story:  When I met the little boy next door while living on the military base, he ran up to me and said I looked just like Ariel! We were instant friends :) 

Ariel Tee

You won't see me wearing these often, but they fit the bill for those Saturday morning errands or backyard relaxing.

Here are some tees I found that might fit you to a tee ....

Garden Tee 

Polka Dot Tee

Cloud Tee

Floral Tee

Camel Tee

Sleeveless Tee

Tunic Tee

Dress Beautifully 'To a Tee'

XOXO Sarah Louise

Peonies & Pinstripes

This Blouse Reads: 'Ready for Spring'

Today is the first official day of Spring! I'm full of glee for some sunshine, warmer temps and to adorn myself with lots of white, florals and pastels!  

This eye-catching blouse is a double win with mixed prints of peony blooms and pinstripes as well as a fab color combo with navy & mint.  It's drapey and cut in a tunic shape - effortlessly cool.  

My first instinct was to slide a pair of white jeans on with it; My white jeans (I own several pairs - I love them that much!) are in constant rotation from Easter to Labor Day - I can't get enough of the clean brightness they bring to a look. 

Tuck this blouse into a grey, ivory or taupe pencil skirt/trousers for easy work wear. 

Photos: BMD

Peony & Pinstripe Blouse: J Crew || White Jeans: Old Navy || Shoes: French Connection ||

Earrings: Stella & Dot || Bracelet: Stella & Dot || Polish: Essie ||

Dress Beautifully in a Peonies & Pinstripes

XOXO Sarah Louise

Fall Weekend Uniform

Fall in the South can be Tricky.  We have Days in the 80's and in the 60's.  Our Mornings and Evenings can be 15-20 Degrees Cooler than our Afternoons.  The Key is Comfort Pieces. 

For Weekends During this In-Between Season, I have a 'Uniform': Jeans, Long Sleeve Blouse, Peep Toe Booties and a Hat for Added Chic.  

Layers like a Printed Scarf or Fur Vest Not Only Add Print & Texture but are Functional in Keeping Warm in the Cooler Morning & Evening Hours of the Day.

Jeans are the Ultimate Challenge for Gals but When you Find the Right Pair = Jackpot! 

Personally, I have Bigger Legs than Hips And I'm Petite.  I need Jeans in a Mid-Rise, Curvy Cut with Stretch.  I have Found Brands that Fit and I Stick with Them.  I also Utilize Sales Associates; They know the Cuts and Can Help You Filter through the Piles of Denim.

Cuffing Your Jeans Showcases the Booties and is a More Causal Styling.  

I Adore Hats!  They're an Accessory that Adds a Whole Lot of Personality (and camouflages a bad/dirty hair day!)

I Opted for a 'Fall' Color Palette with Darker/Warm Rose Hues.  

Burgundy Blouse: Old Navy || Jeans: J Crew || Peep Toe Booties: Louise Et Cie ||

Blush Felt Hat: Belk || Polish: Butter London || 

Dress Beautifully for Fall Weekends

XOXO Sarah Louise

Anchors Aweigh

This Nautical Trend Deserved a Two Part Post...  

Yes, You Can Have too Much of a Great Thing, but in this Case ...
I say Skirt the Rules!

I've kept the Anchor Print Varied in Diverse Pieces - Skirt, Dress, & Pant 
       Advise:  Be Cognizant of your Frequency when Wearing a Common Trend/Print   
                     You Don't want your Style to be Stagnant and Predicable

Retailers have gone Anchor Crazy!  
Putting the Shape on Just about Everything - Shirts, Skirts, Shorts, Tops, Pants, Dresses, Shoes, Totes, Tees .... 

Kudos to Old Navy for Incorporating the Print on Versatile Summer Pieces at a Purse Friendly Price!

The Anchor Print on Both the Pant & Dress Below is Small & Scattered - Leading to a More Discrete  and Subtle Interest - Large Prints can be Overwhelming 

This Pixie Pant is Super Stretchy and Fits my Frame like a Glove! 

Pixie Pant, Top, Sneakers, Handbag (Closet Veteran) Similar, Watch  

This Cotton Jersey Dress is Cool & Comfortable.  The Halter Tie Neckline and Cinched Waist Create a Flattering & Feminine Shape. 

I Mixed My Nautical Prints Adding a Pair of Striped Espadrilles 

Anchor Dress, Striped Espadrilles, Earrings, Watch  

Sail into Summer with an Anchor Print

XOXO Sarah Louise