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Casual

Investment Piece: Casual

Casual. It’s a mood.

I can be prone to extremes. Which isn’t always bad–but it does mean that I can often be found in either party attire or workout clothes. Not a lot of middle ground.

Yes, I love jeans and t-shirts and sweatshirts. I do. But, learning to be casual has been a process for me. Ask my mom-even as a kid, I would dress up in a party dress. Every day. And now? If I have an event, I have to be careful or else I overdress.

SideNote: I over dress a lot.

So, when I find a casual outfit that I love? I wear it. On repeat.
Here: I love leopard sweat pants. It’s like they’re dressy. And yes, I have thrown on a sweater and heels with these. It was still casual.
Everyone needs a chambray button down. There is so much you can wear it with.
Vans, and Vans with shearling lining are a cold weather must.
And blanket scarves are a luxury you didn’t know you needed.

And even though it’s casual, it feels like me. How do you casual?

I’ve linked similar items for your shopping pleasure!
Xo RA

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Fashion Halloween: Birds

Investment Piece: Fashion Halloween Birds

Have I mentioned that I love fashion Halloween? You know that time of year when fashion and costumes intersect? I love it! See here. I’ve been everything from a Mermaid to Lady Macbeth, and this year I’m just as excited about my fashion Halloween costume this year!

I’m from The Birds! (Yes, that Alfred Hitchcock movie where birds attack). There are so many ways to do this fashion Halloween, but all of them are simple. Basically you need a skirt set, a bird(s), and fake blood. The screaming face is optional, but I like to think it adds to the look. I was inspired by a Pin I saw on Pintrest at the end of last October (yes, I’ve been waiting a year for this!).
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For me, this is the perfect Fashion Halloween- it’s vintage, film based, and easy to pull together!

You can shop pieces for this Hitchock Fashion Halloween here:
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But, let’s say your Fashion Halloween doesn’t need to go to the Birds. You have options. And some of them are fashion!

Investment Piece: Fashion Halloween
A black turtleneck, black pants, and loafers or ballet flats: you’re Audrey Hepburn in Funny Face
Shop the look:here.
And the bonus? You may have these items in your closet–or you may be making a great investment!

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Got a gown/colorful dress/piece you love? You’re a fashion Halloween movie star. Or add a crown- you’re a princess. Add wings! You’re an angel or a butterfly or a devil! It’s the easiest fashion Halloween!

Of course Fashion Halloween can mean just buying a costume!
Some of my picks:

And if your version of Fashion Halloween doesn’t involve a costume, you also have options!
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From headbands to Halloween nails to makeup, you can shop my picks here.

There are so many ways to do Fashion Halloween! I’d love to know: what are you doing for Fashion Halloween?

Xo RA

And yes, if you see me on Halloween I’ll most likely be wearing this

Happy Fashion Halloween!

Holiday Card

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This is one of those outfits that didn’t go quite as planned. It’s fall and I’m all about layers. So, I had to put a turtleneck under this jumpsuit. And a vintage Gucci belt as a necklace? Done. Trench. I mean- it is raining. Easy.

But. I thought that these boots would go under the jumpsuit legs. No go. They were too tight. My options were: Rock these statement boots or be barefoot. I went with a statement. And am glad I did.

It proved layering in all its forms works.
They provided a pop.
The compliments: “You look like Carrie Bradshaw.” “I love those boots!!!” And my most favorite: ” You look like a holiday card–in the best way!”

It’s getting to be that season, so I will take looking like a holiday card. Have you ever gotten a holiday card and felt sad?

Maybe it’s a sign we should be layering more! How are you showing up in the season?

I’ve linked similar items below for your shopping pleasure!
Xo RA

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Summer in Fall

Investment Piece: Summer in Fall

I have a thing for wearing Summer in fall. Fall Florals. Winter Florals. I’ve even been known to throw on a turtleneck under a Summer stunner to keep that magic going. So this? This should come as no surprise. Yes, I love fall and all the fashion that it brings with it. But there are times when I just can’t resist wearing Summer in fall.

The trick? A little bit of layering–or in this case pairing Summer pants with a cozy sweater. The right shoes (boots), and the right accersories (gloves), and you might be good to go. However, I think if we’re bringing summer into fall we have to pick the right kind of Summer. Moody florals, dark prints,* and those pieces that are right on the edge. It’s perfect for the summer pieces you got on sale and don’t want to wait to wear. This is also perfect for the summer pieces that you loved so much, you need to make them fall staples,too.

* Though, this is your reminder from me that there is no wrong season to wear black in!

I loved these pants all summer and when they went on sale I just couldn’t resist. Floral? Yes. But moody and dark. Perfect with a sweater. And yet, something tells me these pants will be just perfect with a bikini next summer. Maybe then we’ll do fall into Summer? Anything is possible!

I’ve linked similar items for your Summer to fall shopping pleasure below!
(Some pant and sweater combos below are less than $100!)

Xo RA

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Creme de la Creme

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Creme de la Creme.
The best of the best.
What does that mean?
How will you know if it’s the best of the best if you don’t try new things?
Like: shooting indoors,
Sweatshirts with gold skirts (they go with everything),
And show-stopping boots.

I recommend them all!

This combo is becoming my Creme de la Creme for the fall. I can’t stop.
I’ve linked similar items for you below–find your best!
XO RA

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Non-Basic

It’s finally fall. I know, I know, you’ve heard that one before, but this time it’s true. Most of us are enjoying cooler weather and getting to enjoy all those fall clothes (sweaters, coats, and boots) that we got in anticipation of this moment.
It’s thrilling.
And always leaves me a little apprehensive.
Here’s the thing my loves: I love sweater weather. I do. The falling temps, the layers, the comfy ways we can dress. I’m not against throwing on a sweater with boots and jeans- and most of us do, again and again. It’s a great combination. I honestly love it, and wear it again and again myself.
But it’s fall. So, what if we were a little non-basic this year?

Some of my fave ways to non-basic? I’m glad you asked!

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Play with your Coats
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Embrace capes. Wear your coats as dresses. Think beyond camel and black. Don’t be afraid of color and texture. Belt your coats, play with your scarves, and let the topper be the star
My picks:

Non-Basic Boots
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I’m a fan of you having your basics covered- black and brown. Personally, im partial to tall boots, but if you love ankle boots I get that too (I have a few). And once we get past the basics, I vote for boots that are non-basic. Play with color, pattern, texture. Nothing says non-basic like sparkly boots with your sweaters!
My picks:

Mix
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Textures-like Velvet and wool. Vintage and modern. Soft and hard. Casual and fancy. Rock your biker boots with a dress. A sweatshirt with fancy pants. I loved pairing this vintage velvet with a maxi skirt and biker boots!

My picks:

Socks/tights with your heels
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This was one of my first posts. And if you’re not wearing your heels (yes, even peep toes. Especially peep toes) with tights and socks, you’re missing out. Do it. Not only is it warm, it adds a new look to any shoes. AND it’s a way to wear your summer shoes year round. Do it!
Some of the tights I love:

Night Wear as Day Wear
Investment Piece: Non Basic
Part mixing, part texture, all don’t think your sequins and other luxe fabrics only belong at a party. Throw on sweaters and sweatshirts with them. Put on sneakers. Don’t let the time of day tell you what to do.
My picks:

I’d love to know: how do you do non-basic fall?
Xo RA

Fall Mornings

Investment Piece: Fall Mornings

I’ve made no secret of the fact that I love fall. But, especially right now, what I love most are fall mornings. Because if we’re honest, the “fall” I’m experiencing now is sweatshirt weather in the am then blazing hot in the afternoon. So, really fall mornings are the fall I’m working with, and I’m not holding back when it comes to dressing for fall.

What goes better with a cool, crisp morning than a great fall set? I love purple (for many reasons) and this suede skirt set is my ultimate fall morning go-to. It’s a little heavy for when the afternoons heat up, but for the mornings that are true to season, it’s simply perfect.

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If your fall mornings call for business, sets like these are perfect: I love a great skirt set with hose and heels. The suede makes it anything but boring, and allows for your fall mornings to switch to fall nights. The great news is that sets like these also go great with boots (because we can’t have fall without boots), sneakers, or anything you want to pair with it!

Of course, the best thing about a set is that you don’t have to wear it as such. I’ve worn this skirt with graphic tees, sweatshirts, sneakers, flats, just about everything. The top I usually wear as a jacket, BUT I love it with flare jeans and boots for a pulled together chic look.

This set is vintage from Featherstone Vintage, you can find amazing finds there!

In the meantime, I’ve found similar sets and great fall boots, linked for your shopping pleasure below. I’m going to keep rocking fall in the mornings till fall lasts all day. How about you?
Xo RA

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#GreySweatshirt

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Hear me out.

What if I told you that your sweatshirts were the most versatile item in your fall waredrobe? Yes, I am partial to grey (it’s the BEST neutral), but any sweatshirt will do. There’s this rumor that wearing sweats means that you’ve given up (and at times, no one would blame you). BUT. What if wearing a sweatshirt gave you freedom?

Sweatshirts go with anything. Workout? Sweatshirt. Running errands? Sweatshirt. Jeans and no matter what shoes? Sweatshirt. Pants and skirts? Sweatshirt.

This vintage Chanel? Classic staple. And yet, I love the switch up that comes from wearing it with a grey sweatshirt. (Side note: I cannot take credit for the thought of wearing my sweatshirts inside out, which is genius for this fall-but-not-really-fall weather. Another blogger deserves credit -@seaofshoes–but I have taken this idea, run with it, let it change my life, and I can’t stop wearing them this way)

I think of this as the ultimate “transition” into fall. A sweatshirt: inside out, graphic, it doesn’t matter; a classic skirt, a classic pump (even in animal print). Perfect for crisp mornings, and you won’t overheat when it gets hot (if you’re lucky and it’s already cool all day where you live, I’m so jealous).

And loves, you’re wearing a sweatshirt!
And if you’re me, you’re wearing a grey sweatshirt!

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In all honesty, I can’t think of something that a grey sweatshirt doesn’t go with (or make better). The more structured the better, though I love an oversized one (for comfort’s sake). This new way of wearing them inside out? It hides the fact that I’ve been known to wear the same grey sweatshirt more than one day in a row (not kidding), and I feel like it opens up some styling options.

I still love them with skirts. And jeans. And leggings.

Would you rock your sweatshirt inside out? What do you wear your sweatshirts with?

This skirt is vintage Chanel via Garment-Modern, these shoes are years old (but still faves), and this grey sweatshirt is actually a college number (inside out). I’ve linked similar items for your shopping pleasure below!

Xo RA

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Fashion Halloween

Have I mentioned how much I love costumes? Maybe it’s the theater in me, maybe it’s the fashion, but there’s something about planning my fashion Halloween costume that brings me such joy.

I also love seeing your costumes. Yes, it’s the beginning of the month/season. But, please, feel free to share.

This year? I’m excited about all the costumes I’m planning, I’m also thinking of all the costumes past. Let’s be real- If your goal is “fashion Halloween” there are many ways you can go about it. Wear a gown and call it a day. (You could say you’re a kind of Princess) Go all out and order a costume (one of my faves year after year is Catwoman, and I’m not sorry). So, what kind of fashion Halloween should we be this year?
I’ve been Cleopatra
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Betty Draper
And Lady MacBeth
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What do I have up my stilettos for this year? Stay tuned! In the meantime, let’s enjoy the past fashion Halloweens!

I’d love to hear your costume thoughts, plans, or suggestions!
Xo RA

I Put a Spell on You

Investment Piece: I put a spell on you

I put a spell on you.

And now, you’re mine.

Guilty (or not so guilty) pleasure? I LOVE the movie Hocus Pocus. I’m one of those people excited that we can watch it starting all day today through Halloween. If you haven’t seen it, please change that ASAP. You won’t regret it.

Another not-so guilty pleasure? The month of October. It’s the ultimate “fall” month. And as a bonus, we get Halloween. Do I love the cooler temps, all the pumpkins, the football, and the cozy factor? Yes. Do I love costume planning and wearing, the fun and the spookiness? Yes.

October definitely has a spell, and I for one, am glad to be under it.

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Another spell I’m under?
Fall outfits like this, built on small details.
Knit pants? Think dressy sweats. All the comfort, yet, the piping, the structure, the pockets can make them a go-to. Cozy enough for a Hocus-Pocus marathon, and dressy enough for those fall dates, I live in these during the fall.
(Note: I recommend dry cleaning as washing can lead to piling, though of course that varies by composition. These also look great with sneakers)

Snakeskin shoes? On trend
Devil Headband? I couldn’t resist.

Wildfox theme shirt? Another spell I’m happy to be under. Cheeky enough, comfy enough, and on theme enough. Wildfox has shirts like these year around, but their Halloween offerings are always my favorite.
(They can also double as a last minute costume if you need them to!)

Spell binding? Absolutely.
Variations on this outfit can take you through the whole month, and if that’s not something to make you say “I put a spell on you”, I don’t know what will.
See the movie. Please

I’ve linked similar items below including my current favorite Wildfox items!
What puts a spell on you?
Xo RA

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