Sweater Tights and Reflections

It's been a crazy month. I got back from Europe on the 22nd and haven't really had a moment to breathe until this week. Don't get me wrong, I love Christmas and everything that comes with it but a good lounge day is in order. 

I thought I'd take this time to reflect on the past year and maybe share some goals for the upcoming one. This year has definitely been one of the most challenging but wonderful years of my life. I know a lot of people probably say that but this year has definitely had it's ups and downs. 

Monochrome and dreary days

I have another post featuring children's clothing today. Oops.

Red, red, red

One of the main things I look for when I get dressed is how comfortable I am. This look is definitely one of my most comfortable looks while still looking put together. 

Black and Gold

Even though it's the day after halloween - I love a good graveyard. 

Statement Blazer, Velvet Dress

It's really strange but I feel like my entire life did a 180 last week. I went from feeling so sad and overwhelmed (for 5+ months) to so excited about life. The past few months haven't been easy for me so I'm really glad things seem to be turning around. So, in honor of feeling happy and looking forward - I wore a bolder outfit to celebrate. 

How to: the oversized boyfriend shirt.

As a really petite person I try and stay away from oversized items. Maxi skirts/dresses, oversized sweaters, etc all tend to swallow me up. But I found this oversized pinstriped shirt from a yardsale for 50c. and for some reason I felt compelled to try it out. It was actually labeled a large but I decided to go for it because it didn't look too long for me.

 I believe this shirt is a women's shirt but it reminded me of all the posts and trends going around about wearing your boyfriend's clothes (which I don't have) so here is my take on it!

Striped Sweater, Burgundy Skirt

I've been trying to make a point of going on walks everyday and I happened upon this nature trail near my house. I'm really happy I found this trail and I'm excited to keep photographing here for upcoming blog posts! I'm pretty happy with how these photos turned out. 

Anyways - the outfit.  

Vintage Orange and Navy

I think Fall is finally here in the south and I am so excited. I forgot how great it feels to spend time outside and not melt! What a novel idea huh? While it wasn't cold enough to wear tights I did decide it was time to break out a sweater or two and prepare for the colder months ahead. But I feel like this outfit is very appropriate for October - especially considering halloween is just around the corner!

Casual Sunday Outfit

I love getting ready in the morning. Obviously, as a fashion blogger it's one of my favorite parts of my day. I love coming up with different outfit ideas and seeing them come together. But sometimes - I love putting on a good comfortable shirt, skinny jeans, and some sneakers. It's one of the things I feel most comfortable in - the most 'me' outfit if you will. And Sunday's are normally my comfy outfit days - so I thought I'd show you!

Camel Cardigan

I have never been into brown that much until recently. Camel is becoming huge this season and now I think I understand why. I seem to be reaching for it a lot more - plus I've got a couple of brown loafers that I love to pull out when it hits fall time. 

Vintage Skirt, Denim Shirt

It is sadly still not as chilly as I'd like to be in the South. I can still get by wearing a skirt without tights and I hardly needed this denim button up as a jacket. I'm getting pretty tired of it. But alas, here is one of my favorite outfits for fall featuring my most beloved vintage skirt. 

Windowpane Printed Shirt

It's no secret that I am obsessed with the Windowpane print that is so popular right now. I showcased a dress I picked up recently last week and now I'm back with an adorable shirt version! (I am obsessed OKAY?)

How to: Florals for Fall

 In case you didn't know - I'm from the East Coast in the United States. And because of some very serious hurricanes coming through It's been raining here every single day for the past week! Today was the first time I've been able to take outfit posts for this week! And the weather hasn't even been that great for taking photos - overcast. A photographers worst nightmare. Ahh so behind! But anyways - the outfit. 

Floral isn't really a print people associate with Autumn/Winter. But I love wearing florals all year round. Some of my favorite prints are ones with black undertones, which I think go perfectly for fall. They aren't too bright but they still appeal to my floral needs in my wardrobe. 

Denim Vest for Fall

Since it is finally officially fall I decided to show you how I'd wear my favorite denim vest for the changing seasons. I showed you how I wore it with my favorite boyfriend jeans here but I wanted to incorporate it into a fall outfit today.

Grid Print Dress

While you are reading this - I am coming home from a trip to Arkansas! I know, Arkansas doesn't sound too exciting but I went to college there it will always hold my heart~~ but anyways.

I've been looking for a grid print dress for a really long time. I am so on board with the grid print trend and I think I'll definitely be wearing it when it's not "trendy" anymore. (But I do that all the time let's be honest) So, I found the perfect one at TJ Maxx a few weeks ago! 

Army Green

Green is by far my favorite color. However, I don't own a whole lot of it in regards to clothes. (Now if you saw my room it would be a different story!) I don't know why that is though. But since it is finally fall I decided to whip out some army green for the changing seasons. If only the weather would listen - it is still boiling in the South! I'm over it.

Anyways - the outfit. 

The Perfect Dress from Summer to Fall

Hello! 

I am really excited because I'm posting five times this week! Today I'm back with another outfit post and it's all about transitioning from summer to fall (my favorite season!) I'm a sucker for a good shirt dress and this vintage looking one is perfect for the transitioning weather.

I thrifted this dress a month or so ago and I absolutely adore it. It's orginally from Modcloth, which I was very excited about. I love Modcloth but can never seem to afford any of their clothing so finding it second hand is always a great day! This dress so lightweight but still perfect for fall. It's still fairly warm here so this dress is perfect if its a little hot during the day and cooler at night. Did I mention it is also the most comfortable fabric!? 

 (ignore the fact that I look photoshopped here. I don't know why. I'm not.)

Another thing I love about this dress are the details. It's got such cute buttons on the top as well as a cute tie at the bust on the back. I didn't think the tie at the bust would be flattering but I actually really like it!

As for my shoes, I wore my fringe brown sandals from Target. (I saw them in the sale a few days ago if you want to check them out!) I can't wait until I can start wearing boots. I am getting very bored of my shoes at the moment. But these fringe sandals have definitely been a staple of mine this summer. 

I hope you enjoyed this outfit post! Let me know what you think in the comments below.

Tomorrow I'll be bringing to you my September thrift haul!

Lee

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The Denim Jacket

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I don't know why but I am on such a roll with blogging! I am trying to post every other day to everyday and I think I'm doing pretty well so far! This type of photography is so different than the fine art photography I got my degree in and was trained for but I am enjoying it! (Especially with my beautiful new lens!) But I'd be interested in how often my readers would like posts? Let me know if you have an opinion on the matter!

Anyways - I'm back with a new outfit post (surprise, surprise). And it finally felt like fall when I was shooting these so I figured I'd bring out my favorite denim jacket.

I'm sure you'll see this denim jacket in a lot of other posts this A/W but it is just so versatile! I picked mine up from Old Navy probably two years ago but I know you can find them anywhere. I love mine for fall because it's a darker wash but it can still go with black skinny jeans or a even a very dark wash. Today, I paired it with a maroon skater skirt from H&M that I picked up in the sale last summer for 7$! (You'll definitely be seeing it a lot this A/W a lot too...) It's definitely one of my favorite skirts. 

As for my shirt, I paired it with a grid printed tank-top I thrifted this summer (orginally from Target.) I loved how the top and the skirt went together but the shirt poofed out a little, which I partially why I added the jacket. I also added a necklace I thrifted this summer for 4$! I got my black booties from Nordstrom last fall (Children's size...) but I'm sure they have a similar variation for this fall! Such a classic piece.

But probably my favorite part of the outfit - the hat! It's a felt hat with stunning floral detailing and once the weather starts to get cooler I can't stop wearing it! I received it as a gift but it was originally from Nordstrom. I also wore the same ring in my last post. 

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The Maxi Skirt

Hello!

I'm back with another outfit post. 

I also have very exciting news - I got a new camera lens! I decided on the Nikon 35mm and I am LOVING it so far. It really is an incredible lens. I'll probably do an in-depth review in the coming weeks but so far I am obsessed with it! F1.8? yes, PLEASE! It might take me a little while to get the hang of it so please hang in there photo wise on my blog! I also ordered a remote control so that should help a lot!

Anyways - onto the outfit! Sorry if the lighting is off - had to photograph inside because it was pouring rain! 

I've never found a maxi skirt that fits me (I'm only 4'9"!) as they tend to swallow me. I found this beautiful sheer purple one while I was thrifting a while back and I love it! Now that the weather is cooling down I find myself reaching for it a lot. Because it is so sheer I just wear a basic black skirt from H&M underneath (that was also thrifted). 

 

My floral crop top was also thrifted. I've been waiting weeks to wear it because it's thicker and 3 quarter length so it has been far too hot in Georgia for ant of that! My necklace was a gift and it has my birthstone in it! I think it just adds a little something to the outfit. I also added a silver ring that I've had for ages! It's also really hard for me to find rings because my hands are so small but this one fits perfectly! 

I again went with a golden-bronze eye look. It's been my go-to lately. A youtube tutorial will be up this week on it and I'm actually really happy with it. 

That's it! As always - I hope you enjoyed this post and get ready for this blog to move onto the NEXT LEVEL with photos! I'm very excited and I hope you are too. 

Let me know what you think in the comments below! 

Lee

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TOPSHOP Paisley Pants

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It's been a few days since I posted my last outfit post so here is a new one! With this look I wanted to focus on these Paisley printed trousers I got from Topshop a few weeks ago in the sale section for only 15 dollars! I got the petite size and they fit me perfectly! I normally need to get pants hemmed but not these. They're a really comfortable cigarette fit, which I haven't really tried before.

I wanted the rest of my outfit to be pretty simple so I just added this black muscle tee I thrifted this summer and my classic black flats. I just think the plants speak for themselves! I also added a bolo tie like necklace I got at an estate sale. I've  been trying to find the perfect outfit to wear it with and I think it adds just the perfect amount of something. (ignore my chipped nails!) 

It's still so hot where I am but this outfit would transition great for the colder months. The trousers are pretty thick so they'd keep me warm. I could replace the tank with a long sleeve top and sweater and be perfect for fall! 

I've also been working on some new fall make-up looks and I am loving this warm toned look! There will be a youtube tutorial up later this week that I am really excited to post so stay tuned for that! 

I hope you enjoyed this post!

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