Fall to Winter with Playdates & Pearls

Here in Colorado, it is starting to get more chilly as it gets closer to December. I can't believe it is already November 19th... I feel like Halloween was last week! Time is just flying by. The thing about living in Colorado is the weather is so unpredictable. One day it will be nice fall weather and the next day it will be really cold. Some days, it's really cold in the morning and then when I get out of class in the afternoon, the sun is out and I feel like I am overdressed. Lately, it has been getting more chilly, especially at night. I have really been trying to transition my looks from Fall to Winter so that I am not freezing! At the same time though, I have to make sure that I can 'dress down' if the weather permits. 

Today I am teaming up with Samantha from Playdates and Pearls to talk about how we transition our wardrobes from Fall to Winter. 

I don't know about you, but when it starts to get cold I just throw the layers on. And although sometimes comfy isn't always cute, you can be stylish and warm at the same time!

I decided to go with lots of layers here. A light blue oxford (because oxfords are my fave), a green thermal shirt, a black puffer vest, and a tartan flannel infinity scarf. To see the rest of my look, check it out on Samantha's blog here. 

A few words from Samantha...

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Hello "Afternoon Stylers"! I'm Samantha, a Mom, Wife, DIY'er, Product Junkie, Interior Decorating Obsessed, Foodie, Traveller, and Author of PLAYDATES + PEARLS. I'm so excited to be hanging out with you today, and talking to you about my fail proof ways to transition from fall to winter. I'm all about the layering, especially living in Austin, TX where "if you don't like the weather, wait 5 minutes" and it will change on you...at least in the winter. Yesterday (while shooting these pictures) it was 88 degrees. Not exactly winter OR fall weather. Just 2 days before it was cold and breezy, so you understand my usual dilemma. I try to plan outfits that I can add to, either with a scarf, jacket, vest, or sweater. I have been especially loving sweaters with elbow patches, and I'm MAD for PLAID, especially with scarves of flannel shirts! With this particular outfit I chose a vest instead of a coat because I didn't want to hide the darling gold glitter elbow patches. This sweater is still available in Banana Republic stores, but I couldn't find it online anymore.

So here's what I came up with for my fall to winter layers:

If you're interested in any of the items I'm wearing, you can shop them here.

What are your "Must Have" winter items?

Thank you for having me, and don't forget to come visit Jessica over on Playdates + Pearls!

XO - Samantha

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Isn't she so cute!? I love those red pants and the elbow patches on that sweater. Also, I love how we both decided to wear a plaid scarf and a vest... and our tassel bracelets!

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Nautical in Autumn

I feel like this week was so long. Is that just me!? Thank goodness it's Friday now! Do you guys have any big plans this weekend? Brogan and I don't have much planned. We are going to see Brogan's brother and his wife and our adorable little niece, so that will be fun! I will also be locking myself in my office so that I can make bracelets galore this weekend. I am participating in a craft show next weekend so I am trying to get ready for that. If you haven't already checked out my online shop, please do! 

I have an outfit post for you today, but first: a few orders of business. 

1. Thank-you to everyone who entered the $300 Target Giftcard Giveaway! The winner is Katie Hanson. Please e-mail Lily at lilyac13@gmail.com to claim your prize. 

2. Remember when I posted about the Bloggers Give Back Event earlier this week? Well today I am hosting an auction with JJ Walters Designs on their instagram page. It will begin at 1 PM MST and the items auctioned will be jewelry, clothing, and accessories. 100% of these funds will go to the BGB fund. Follow us @jjwaltersdesigns to join in on this fun auction and to see all the rules!

This outfit: I am loving this J.Crew oxford that I bought from a fellow fashion blogger on instagram. I am seriously obsessed with oxfords this season and I can't stop wearing them! I think it's because they are comfy and casual but they also have a classy and dressed-up touch to them. It's a win-win. This specific top has a blue-striped pattern, which reminds me of all the nautical trends that were circulating this past summer. So I of course had to wear my Sperry's with it! I also paired this scarf with it because I just can't get enough of pattern mixing these days. 

Also: This is my new favorite shade of lipstick. It's the NYX Matte Lipstick- which I LOVE, in Pure Red . 

oxford top: J.Crew, bought from another blogger, similar here // jeans: H&M // shoes: Sperry's // tassel bracelet, emerald bracelet, navy rhinestone bracelet: JJ Walters Designs // tartan infinity scarf: JJWD

I hope everyone has a good weekend! 

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I am taking part in the 30 Days of November Gratitude Challenge that Chelsea started. 

Follow me on twitter to see what I've been counting my blessings for and join in if you'd like! 

 

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Fall Leather

oh and I especially love this picture that Earl snuck into haha...

leather dress: c/o Ivy and Blu Maggy Boutique  (in stores only), similar here // thigh-high socks: F21 // plaid shirt underneath: old, similar here. // booties: Old Navy  necklace and bracelet: JJWD

It is finally Friday, thank goodness! I feel like this week has just been dragging on. That's probably because the entire week has been leading up to me taking a law exam today... just the sound of that makes me want to fall asleep. Don't you just love those pre-requisites? Not. 

I am wearing one of the most amazing dresses ever in this post...

Ivy and Blu sent me this vegan leather dress and I'm obsessed with it. It's the perfect dress to layer for fall and winter! They have some of the most amazing dresses ever.The quality of the fabric on this dress is exquisite. You will definitely be seeing more of their items on here! Check out their website here.

Thanks for reading! 

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How We Wore It: Fall Plaid

Happy Thursday! I hope you are all having a good week. I am so excited because today I am teaming up with Katie from Style Diary Blog to show you how we style fall plaid. Katie and I recently 'met' via instagram because we realized we have the same doppleganger- Shailene Woodley. I think Katie looks more like her then I do. However, we decided that since we look like each other, we had to do a fun collaboration together!

There are so many patterns that can be worn continuously in the fall and plaid is one of them. It is such a great pattern that can be layered and worn in so many ways. Katie works a full-time job, so she made her outfit office-appropriate with a fabulous plaid blazer and a pencil skirt. As many of you know, I am a full-time student, so I kept my look casual and comfortable by mixing patterns.

My look: 

Katie's look: 

striped top: Forever 21 // plaid button-up: Target // Jeans: H&M // boots: old, Pac Sun // necklace: JJWD // headband: etsy

Be sure to check out the rest of Katie's post and her blog HERE!

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Floral + Plaid

Today I am so excited to share with you some fun pattern mixing and one of the cutest headbands ever. 

This is also a great look for transitioning from summer to fall. 

Modern 85 has the cutest headbands and head wraps. They come in so many fun patterns, they are great quality, and so comfy! 

They are perfect for those days when you don't want to do your hair or when you're having a bad hair day. 

Some days two-day old curls, dry shampoo, and a good head wrap can be my best friends!

plaid shirt: Hollister, old // mint skinnies: TJ Maxx, old // sandals: Target, old // head wrap: c/o Modern 85 bracelets and necklace: JJ Walters Designs 

I am so in love with this head wrap and I can't wait to wear it again. I thought the colors of the head wrap looked just perfect with the mint skinnies and the blue plaid shirt. It was a great look for the warm days we are having in August. 

However, as we all know- I am so ready for Fall!

This headband will be a great accessory for the fall and winter when I want to add a little bit of color to my outfits. 

To check out modern 85's lovely headbands, be sure to follow them on instagram at MODERN_85

After you see all their cute designs you will definitely want to be one... or ten! I am already craving another one :)

xo Jessica 

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