Effortless

Sweater- J.Crew Factory (25% off with J.Crew card, enter CARDPERK  at checkout), Jeans- Zara, Heels- Shoemint (20% off first pair with code shcart20 ), Bag- Phillip Lim for Target, Sunglasses- similar, Necklaces- Express, similar, similar, Ring- Baublebar

I've been obsessed with effortless, neutral outfits lately. The kind that are easy to put together in a hurry, but still leave you feeling stylish. For me, the key to feeling polished in simple pieces is to choose a pair of shoes with a little interest. The snakeskin print of these Shoemint heels is neutral but still fun and pairs perfectly with my tan sweater and lightwash jeans. I'm still trying to perfect my half-tuck and sleeve-rolling abilities to create an effortlessly cool look! I think I'm getting a little better at it, what do you think? :)

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Mixed Moto Jacket

Jacket- c/o Oasap, Shirt- Old Navy (similar), Skirt- Forever 21 (similar only $11.98!), Heels- Shoemint (similar), Spike Necklace- Nordstrom, Chain Necklace- similar

This outfit was inspired by a picture I saw of Sarah Jessica Parker in the November issue of People StyleWatch. She was wearing a black leather jacket with a black pleated skirt. As soon as I saw the photo, I knew exactly how to style this moto jacket I got from Oasap. I love mixing edgy with feminine (which I also did here) to create fun looks with a bit more interest than when you stick to one style. A plaid shirt seemed to be the perfect compliment to this fall look, as did my cutout peep-toe booties.

If you are looking to add some affordable outerwear to your fall wardrobe, be sure to check out Oasap. Here are some of my favorites, all under $60!

Black Striped Coat | Camel Wrap Coat | Double Breasted Coat | Heathered Car Coat

Houndstooth Coat | Khaki Trench | Open Collar Coat | Shearling Collar Coat

Don't forget to enter my $100 Nordstrom giftcard giveaway!

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A Birthday Wishlist

TOPS | Herringbone Sweater (sold out) | Printed Jacket | Pom Pom Sweater | Herringbone Vest (sold out) | BOTTOMS | Leather Pants | Pencil Skirt | Leather Skirt | Camo Jeans | SHOES | Bow Flats | Nude Pumps | Blue Pumps | Ankle Boots | BAGS | Michael Kors | Just Fab | Tote Avail. Sept 15 | Mini Satchel Avail. Sept 15

JEWELS | Floral Necklace | Black Rope Necklace | Pendant Necklace | Emerald Rope Necklace

Birthdays are a good excuse to create wishlists of items totaling $$$$, right? Mine is next Tuesday and I've been compiling list upon lists of fall clothes, bags, shoes, and accesories. But who am I kidding- not many of these things will actually end up in my closet, but a girl can dream! I've been a little crazy with the fall shopping lately- not really buying, just looking. Add these items to my previous fall wishlist and you've got an entirely new wardrobe. (*Note: the J.Crew Factory herringbone vest and sweater have already found a home in my closet since I compiled this wishlist. Couldn't pass them up!)

If you want to keep up with my current wishlist, follow my Pinterest board here!

Five Favorites: Accessories

It was really hard to narrow down all my shoes, bags, and jewelry into just five favorites, but here are my current top five...

Bracelet / Booties / Bag / Stud Earrings / Necklace

Bracelet- Pave Links Bracelet from Glam Grab. I seriously wear this thing every day. And it was 70% less than the J. Crew version! I cannot say enough good things about Glam Grab. Just like them on Facebook and you will see what I mean...

Booties- My first and only Shoemint purchase. These are so well made and I got them 50% off with a first time buyer coupon code.

Bag- Little did I know when I bought this bag that it is a look-a-like to the 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Satchel. I love this color for fall and winter, and it almost works as a neutral!

Stud Earrings- These little diamond shaped studs came in a multi pack from Target for only $7.99. LOVE them! Almost a daily wear for me.

Necklace- I love all things mint! Especially this little statement necklace from Forever 21. You know you love an accessory when you start to plan outfits around it!

What are some of your favorite accessories?

<3 Katie

Day to Night: Plum Coated Jeans

I recently bought these jeans at JC Penney on sale for $14! These coated denim jeans are perfect for someone who is faux-leather phobic like me. I love the trend, but doubt I could pull it off. For $14, these were the perfect way for me to fake the trend. (And can I tell you how much I have been loving JC Penney lately? So many good buys...)

For daytime, I wore these jeans with a polka-dotted chambray shirt for casual Friday. I paired this look with my Wanted glitter booties because every outfit needs a little sparkle!

Shirt- Old Navy, Jeans- JC Penney, Belt- Target, Scarf- J. Crew Factory, Booties- Loehman's

How cute is this little leopard bow bracelet?! Bought this recently when F21 was having a 30% off sale on all jewelry. My mint link bracelet is from one of my favorite etsy shops, GlamourMeJewels. Check out more of her pieces here.

Bangle- Forever 21, Link Bracelet- GlamourMeJewels, Watch- Marshalls, Bow Bracelet- Forever 21

For night, I traded my chambray top for this cobalt peplum one. I loved the unexpected combination of cobalt with the plum jeans. I also exchanged my mint bracelets for a cobalt one.



Top- The Limited, Shoes- Shoemint, Bracelet- Forever 21

I can't believe I have had this blazer in my closet for almost a year, and this is only the second time I've worn it! I am in love with my Leila booties from Shoemint which further dressed up my look.

Blazer- Forever 21

To top off both outfits, I wore this mint floral statement necklace. This was another F21 find that reminded me of a J. Crew necklace I passed up several months ago due to the steep price tag. This one was only $8.80!

Necklace- Forever 21

Hope you enjoyed this day to night outfit post!