the definitive fall shoe post

Seeing as how I just wore my Birkenstocks yesterday, I haven't really been thinking too much about Fall footwear. But! I promised you all that I would write about it, and it's October 1 and in the 50's, so let's do it...

What's in: Loafers

Splurge: Gucci Horsebit

Save: Steve Madden, ASOS , Cole Haan

How to wear them: Boyfriend denim, or cropped jeans, with or without socks

What's in: Chukka boots (aka lace up desert boots)

Splurge: Alaia

Save: Sophia Webster, Clarks, Doc Martens 

How to wear them: Basic bitches need apply. What I mean by this is - you can go ahead and wear these with your leggings and your plaid flannel to go apple picking, and no one will judge you because you will look fly as hell.

What's in: Colorful stacked heel boots

Splurge: Isabel Marant

Save: ASOS 1, ASOS 2, Aldo

How to wear them: Skirts, high waisted denim.

What's in: Fancy sneaks

Splurge: Nike Air Max

Save: Nike Internationalist, Nike Pegasus

How to wear them: With anything but Lululemons. You can now go ahead and consider sneakers part of your quest for high fashion.

Gone are the days we wear nothing but brown leather boots during the Autumn months. Do tell me what you're coveting, won't you!?

xoxo,

moodboard :: fall uniform

Seeing as how the weather dropped into the 50's overnight (you know it's chilly when Charlie decides to burrow under the covers), I thought it was high time for a Fall moodboard. It's been forever since I've done one, and that is just silly. Do enjoy this outfit which I'd like to live in for the next 2 months:

// shirt // jeans // bag // watch // shoes //

All I want to do is mix and match patterns this fall, which will be easy because, as is evidenced above, they are everywhere (as are 70's tributes). Frame denim is killing it (and killing me). Should you splurge on one piece this fall, let it be one of their blouses or cropped flares. You know what else is everywhere? Suede. And fringe. Love this clutch, which could easily be a wallet or makeup bag. And I never thought I'd say this, but all I want to do is wear heels. These DVF pumps have been on my radar for months, but I also love the idea of pairing boots with cropped denim.

Happy Monday, indeed.

xoxo,

FIVER: items to pull out of storage now

Well, so much for the chill in the air, yeah? It's going to be in the 80s and 90s all week this week...I'm not thrilled, but, this is good opportunity to start thinking about the ways we can blend our summer and fall items in the most awesome way.  (Also good luck to everyone who started school today! I told the kids I babysit for that I finished ALL my school and it blew their mind.) On a closet makeover last week (photos to come soon, it was...epic), we focused solely on summer stuff, and we briefly touched on pieces to start layering into my client's existing summer wardrobe to take her to fall.

Listen, I know I'm talking a LOT about transitioning seasons. It's just so satisfying to me, so bear with me.

If you live in NYC and your closet is the size of a large froyo container, here are 5 items to pull out of fall storage that you will definitely use for the next couple weeks:

1. Handbag: I've been wearing my fall handbag for weeks. Dark green seems so clearly autumnal, and yet, here I am, defiantly wearing it around town with white shorts. I'm being facetious when I say defiant, but it's definitely more of a fall color. Who cares!? Bring out that black leather bag, trade in that cotton tote for a more structured piece. The time is now!

2.  Closed-Toe Shoes: Let's do it. Our toes will thank us. Mine are looking ready to go into hibernation, and I see no need to deny them. Remember, there are no rules. Go ahead, wear suede booties with shorts, patent leather or metallic loafers with white pants. In fact, if you do, send me a pic, because respect.

3. Lightweight Button Down: Start the layering. Unabashedly. All of your offices are freezing - I know this. Silky top, button down. Me likey.

4. Plaid: Plaid is a year round endeavor for me, but I know there are those of us who pair it only with fall like pb&j. Bring it out, wear it with a mini skirt, tie it around your waist.

5. Outerwear: Ditch. The. Denim. Give it a little break. No more jean jackets. I want to see blazers! Vests! Give me give me.

Wow, I sound like a drug addict. It's true, I need my fall fix. Please, friends, take some pictures this week and tag me @littleredswell because I want to see your beautiful outfits.

xoxo