5 Fashion Pieces You Need For Fall

Do you love fall? So much newness on the horizon, right?! You really can feel the sense of revival in the air. It's refreshing to whip out some of those cozy, comfy pieces that have made their way to the back of the closet during the summer. I'm looking at you leopard faux fur overcoat! Over the past few years, I've started to invest in key pieces-- less is more. This is easier to do in fall since I tend to gravitate back to grounding, earthy tones, and more neutrals. It makes maintaining a capsule wardrobe much more attainable! If you're doing a closet purge or investing in some new staples, here are my top 5 pieces you need in your wardrobe for fall.

1. Dark Denim --Switching out the white and light for dark and grungy styles. I tend to do this every year come fall. Dark denim goes with anything, you can dress it up with a pair of heels and a blouse, dress it down with a loose t-shirt, or go casual with a knit sweater for an afternoon at the apple orchard. It doesn't matter what the occasion, darker denim is a sure bet. I like a bit of a wash in the thigh area to spice things up!

2. Teddy Coat - If you've tried to resist the teddy coat and have had no luck, raise your hand. I know... there is just something about them. The warmth, the feeling of comfort, the oversized nature of the piece. It's a must-have, and the fact that I'm on my second teddy coat just proves they are here to stay. My first one was so utterly cozy, I just wish I didn't run it into the ground! I scored this one online (shop the coat), which I love because it has a different shape than my previous style, has a straight collar, and a zipper. I went with the classic cognac colour as it pairs well with black, white and denim, but there are some adorable black ones, and I've seen red if you're feeling frisky!

3. Black Thick Frame Sunglasses-- Every. dang. year. It's like clockwork, and I didn't even realize until now. In May I tend to put away my classic black Celine Catty sunglasses, and every September (just in time for my annual New York trip), I pull them back out. There is something so chic, so classic and so mysterious about a thick-framed black sunglass. I've had my Celine's for years. Completely worth the investment and I never go a fall without them. They elevate any outfit instantly. Seriously... I can be wearing my tights post workout and look like I'm going places! Just think Kim K walking off the plane at LAX.



4. Black Booties -- Is there anything more quintessentially fall? I didn't think so. You need a pair of booties for the season. Okay, they don't have to be black, it's just what I prefer! In all honesty, I pair them with the leftover summer pieces in my closet, be it a mini skirt, a shift dress, or even a midi skirt. Then we have all the outfit possibilities with the trousers, denim, and dresses. It's time to put away the flippy floppies. Pairing your summer pieces with a pair of booties really extends the shelf life! Summer florals look great with some darker accessories and the footwear can really tie the whole look to the season.



5. Earth Tones -- You don't have to out an buy a 2 piece mustard set, with an army green overcoat here. I just mean incorporating some of the tones into your wardrobe ever so slightly to set the tone. I love doing this subtly since I am not really an earthy tone lover. I'll add in a mustard tank here, or a deep purple lip there. You can do this with accessories such as scarves, or bags, too. Don't be afraid to tap into some new colour ideas, while maintaining some of your favorites. I've been doing this gradually! I.e. a mustard skirt (that is still floral!), a burnt orange jumpsuit, you get my drift!

What's your fall style like? Do you have any pieces that make a comeback every year?

S H O P  T H E  P O S T :

How to Dress Up a Jumpsuit for Fall

Here we have a colour I never thought I'd wear. And now, I'm obsessed. Burnt orange? Ginger? Whatever it is... this jumpsuit sold me. So much so, that I had to do a full blog post on it. I love the peek-a-boo back, and the ruffled shoulders. Paired with chunky heels and a designer belt, I wore it to a Christening this weekend, however, I've already been seen wearing it more casually with a denim coat and slides. It's so versatile and to say the price fit the bill is an understatement. Jumpsuits are such great transitional pieces. In the summer they are light and airy, however, in the fall they can help make any outfit glam with a few additions. I took this jumpsuit from summer caj to fall glam in a few easy steps. Here's what I did:

1. Add a statement.

I knew before I even tried this jumpsuit on that I wanted to pair it with my Gucci belt. I love the way it accentuates the waist and elevates the suit. I even took it a step further and paired it with another statement piece, my Chanel bag. They both were investments and just prove that a $30 jumpsuit can look ultra luxe when paired with the right accessories. You don't need to go all designer here either, a chunky gold belt or a pair of drop earrings can do wonders. 

2. Add some height.

Taking a jumpsuit from day to night, or casual to fancy can be done with the right shoes. Something that gives you a bit of lift will, without doubt, elevate the outfit. However, if heels aren't your thing you could add a pointy-toe flat to make the jumpsuit more fall appropriate.

3. Over the shoulder coverage.

The mornings have been quite chilly, so in order to stay warm yet still look fairly fancy, I added my leather coat on top of this jumpsuit. Leather coats really up the edge factor on any outfit instantly and I was feeling the glam! It was the perfect piece to tie in the accessories and throw over the shoulders for when it got chilly. Do without your basic cardigan and add a crop blazer or a collarless coat in the mix.

I found this jumpsuit at Forever 21 a few weeks ago and I can't seem to find the exact piece, but don't worry! I've linked a bunch of similar options below! What do you think of the glam jumpsuit look for fall? Would you rock it?

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Seeing Red

This is groundbreaking news, but I am obsessed with red this fall. I have never, I repeat, never loved the colour red. I was always way to intimidated as a child to wear it because of my hair colour! Isn't that crazy?! It's powerful, sophisticated, bold, bright and basically, screams "stop"! We're not talking muted burgundy, or oxblood, we're going full fledge power red. It is most definitetly the colour of fall and I can't seem to get enough.

So how can you incorporate this power colour into the season and make it your own? Easy!

Black Velvet

Paris, mon amour. A black velvet floral dress just screams romance, mystery and passion and Paris was the perfect city to debut this little number from Honey. I wore this off the shoulder dress for our last night in the city of love. There is just something about a high-low cut that makes you want to twirl endlessly! I never felt more alive twirling my way through town, over the Pont des Arts and back again to our AirBnB.  Since we only packed carry-on I had to be extremely strategic in deciding which items I would bring. This dress was not getting left behind. Honey is seriously a one-stop dress shop. I could spend hours in there trying on all the gorgeous dresses. These heels were also the only ones I brought with me. A chunky low heel; perfectly sized to fit in our backpacks, comfortable enough for walking all over town, and neutral so they could go with everything. Narrowing down your shoes is no easy feat, but I think I managed well with these guys!

If you could only bring one shoe on your travels what would it be?! 

Find a Honey near you here. 

S I M I L A R  S T Y L E S :

3 Ways to Style a Denim Skirt

This pink stripe top was a summer favourite. I often paired it with crisp white jeans, or white shorts, basically all of the white! But ladies and gents... who am I kidding, you are probably all ladies... fall is quickly approaching and I am looking for all the ways to transition my summer pieces to becoming fall appropriate. I think we all are. 

Black & White Timeless

I probably say this every year... but this trip to NYC has to have been my favourite! This year my mom and I stayed three nights instead of two, and it gave us so much more time to leisurely roam, explore, and enjoy! There is never a shortage of things to do in the city and this year we did some things that we always wanted to do but never have. For starters, we roamed around the MET before it opened. I have a friend that works at the museum and she SO graciously took an hour out of her workday to give us a private tour of the museum. It was INSANE. I cannot even begin to describe all the exhibits, and all the feels I experienced. Even if you don't love persuing around galleries, the MET is just not to be missed. I mean they have fulled transported The Temple of Dendur inside the mesuem, and The Roof Garden has the most stunning view of the city.

After an early morning exploring The Met, we headed to The New York City Public Library, another place we had been wanting to visit for a few years. The architecture of the building is just gorgeous (I'm sure you remember the scenes from the SATC movie re the Carrie and Big wedding flop), think huge marble lions, crystal chandeliers, not to mention the 50 million books it houses, and don't forget to look up to see the ceiling murals. Once we had our fill of history chasing we headed back outdoors into Bryant Square. The grin on my face says it all! Truly happy to be in a beautiful city with my beautiful momma.

White and black are just as timeless as the pieces of history we exposed ourselves to on this morning. My outfits in NYC are often minimal but powerful. I transformed my white culotte jumpsuit with a black tank top and a pair of drop earrings. Still city classy but effortless.  And the comfy sandals are just the key to walking miles on end.

Have you ever been inside The Met or of NYC Public Library? Promise me you'll add them to your list.

W H A T  I ' M  W E A R I N G :
Tobi jumpsuit (identical & on sale, identical), Ardene tank top, Charming Charlie earrings, The IT Bag camera bag, Old Navy sandals

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Essential Vibes

There is something about mini skirts and all white sneakers... Am I right?! Totally tennis chic. AND THEN you throw on a blazer and you just feel bad ass! This past weekend the weather was on our side. More than on our side, it was pure bliss. Pure summer! I live for hot, steamy summer days and nights, and even though this weekend was technically the start to fall I could not help pulling out some key summer essentials to take me straight on to fall. A mini skirt to combat the heat, but in a colour that is definitely autumn-appropriate, a shoe that rocks any season, and an illuminating brush that will give any highlighter a run for its money. 

Blue and Yellow

Who would have thought I'd wear yellow and blue... together! When I first saw this skirt I loved the pleats and the way they separated at the bottom. But would I ever wear it? After all it's yellow. I took it home anyways (because the price couldn't be beat) and I can report that I can't stop wearing it! Pink on top, blue on top, paired with black and white stripes, it's becoming an addiction. I love how the colour has an effect to instantly make any outfit fall appropriate. I wore this outfit to an evening of back to back events last week and I'm so excited to keep transitioning it for fall. Burgundy and plum here I come!

Burgundy Tights and Leopard

Is there anything better than sunny fall days? Sure, the hazy, cloudy days may give you all the typical fall feels, but to wear a cardigan and tights and have the sun forcing a semi-squint sure is special, even when the temperature is brisk. 

I have never been one to wear any colour tights except black. I'm not sure why because there are so many fun colours to wear for fall-- mustard, burgundy, pattern, etc., and they are seriously a fall closet staple for me. I love multi-functioning rompers, skirts and dresses, and adding additional pieces like turtlenecks and sweaters to them to make them look like new. But, no way can I stand going bare legged. Hence the tights necessity! Rachel's Box is a subscription service that ships 2 pairs of quality tights to you per box. They select the tights based on your style preferences, and offer up tons of ways to style the tights if you were unsure on what to pair with say, burgundy tights.  It's all about finding more possibilities in the wardrobe you have, which you know I am all for! They offer opaque, sheer, knit, sexy-- all the styles! It's a fun service and you can't go wrong with having an extra pair of tights! Especially if you're like me and tend to be on the go... always. 

I love the look of burgundy and leopard together. It's risque, yet warm, and when you factor in the cheeky, high pony, you can totally get away with it at the office! 

Do you have a black tight complex, or do you stray into the multi-coloured tight world? Be sure to check out Rachel's Box if you're looking for a fun way to re-discover your wardrobe! 

What I'm Wearing

Target Long Sleeve Cardigan

RW& CO Blouse with neck tie (similar)

Forever 21 Skirt (similar)

Rachel's Box Burgundy Tights c/o

Kate Spade Maise Shoulder Bag 

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Dark Rose Cigarette

One of my favourite ways to dress is business casual. I love juxtaposing a structured piece with a comfy, casual, cool element and these cigarette pants from Topshop are exactly the structured piece I am referring to. I can wear them to work, out for dinner and out on a sunny, casual Sunday afternoon. I love the ankle cut, but the dark rose colour is what sold me on this pair from Topshop. I can't seem to get enough of this colour this season (you saw my pleated skirt in the same tone here)! It's become an addiction! And, pairing it with grey accents really makes the colour pop. 

It's getting cold around here and these high neck sweaters are becoming my go-to. They keep you toasty, while not making you feel claustrophobic like your typical, tight-fitting turtleneck tends to. Especially since the temperature in my office is set to arctic zone! We headed out last Sunday for a typical day of errands, but I felt so much more sophisticated in high-heeled booties and the cigarette pant, and I've already worn over the outfit more times than I'd like to admit since. Hey, when you're obsessed, you're obsessed! 

What's your favourite kind of style? Comfy casual? Girly and feminine? Do you  sport business casual outside the office? Do share! 

What I'm Wearing

Twik Mixed Media High-Neck Sweater

Topshop Cigarette Pant 

Zara black booties (similar)

Sophie Hulme Albion Tote 

Olive Vest & Blush

Are you in total fall mode yet? Have you broken out the tartan, knits and booties? I am slowly adjusting to the new season, testing out pairings of new (to me) colour combinations (like mustard and navy). If you are looking for a new colour combination to try out this fall, it's olive and blush. I laugh writing that because olives and the colour blush are two of my favourite things--  seriously, I used to eat bowls of olives growing up! (weirdo... I know) In all seriousness, I wish more of these photos turned out because it was such a perfect, fall-esque day. The air was chilly, the apple tree was both sheltering me from the minuscule drops of rain coming out from the overcast, dreary sky, and apples were dropping off the tree's limbs by the minute. But I feel like we all have those days when you just don't feel great but push through it and force a smile. This apple tree is now gone and so are those "not-so-great" feelings I was experiencing that day. What I'm left with is the reminder that every day brings with it new sentiments and new ideas. Just like the idea to pair olive and blush together. A striped top adds to the androgynous tone of the outfit, but the pop of colours emitting from the bag and pink lip offer up and ounce of femininity to the outfit. 

These flats have become go-to for fall. I've been getting compliments on them left, right and centre and all are shocked to discover their source. It's Target! They bridge the gap between comfort and chic and pair well with everything from dresses to jeans. The vest is another key piece for fall. Perfect for layering over short sleeves, long sleeves and light sweaters and they offer up just the right amount of warmth for a cool day! 

Any different styles or colours your revelling in for fall? Fill me in!

What I'm Wearing

Joe Fresh Long-Sleeve Stripe Tee 

Shein Army Green Lapel Self Tie Sleeveless Slit Side Coat 

J Brand Skinny Jeans 

Target Micki Pointed Toe Ballet Flats 

Kate Spade Maise Shoulder Bag

Playfully Pink

You know I'm a fan of having fun with pink all year round and to me this outfit definitely screams fun. Or maybe it's just the pink wall? Either way I was clearly having a ball taking these pictures. Do you have a colour or piece of clothing that just makes you happy? I swear I light up at the sight of any shade of blush!  A few weeks back we headed out for a casual day outing while the sun was shining. I did have to sport a sweater at times, but it still felt like the perfect day.  I love the added necktie on this blouse, and to make the outfit more fall appropriate I paired the blush pink with my burgundy GEOX Lover Loafers. They burgundy colour plays nicely with the burgundy stripes in the blouse, too. 

What piece of clothing just makes you want to jump around for joy? Is it a shade of colour? A special bag? Let me know!

What I'm Wearing

RW & CO sleeveless blouse (on sale!)

Forever 21 faux leather mini (similar)

GEOX Lover Loafer c\o 

Kate Spade Maise bag