Getting the Hang of Fall

Slowly but surely, I’m figuring out what will become my go-to Fall fashion formulas (say that 5 times fast!) I’ll be honest - deciding which trends to follow along with can be difficult. It’s funny, I was actually talking with my friend Tammy the other day - and we both agreed that while we love to implement classic pieces into our outfits, we love incorporating current trends into our wardrobe too.

I think sometimes being “trendy” can get a bad rap, but I have always been about wearing what you love. And if what you love is on-trend, who cares?! However, I’m still very much a proponent of finding classic styles you’ll wear for years.

I invested in this silk Rag & Bone dress a few years ago. It’s a classic shape, and hits me right above the knee, which is the most flattering style on me. I wear it throughout most seasons - with sandals in the summer, with a jacket in Fall and with a turtleneck underneath and black tights for winter. 

Styled here with the cutest 70's style bomber jacket from MM Vintage (which I can’t seem to stop wearing - it’s so soft on the inside too!) and these fun 90’s-inspired chokers, I can’t help but feel like a modern blast from the past. What trends are you loving right now?

Wearing MM Vintage bomber jacket, Rag & Bone dress (similar), Chinese Laundry OTK boots, Bauble Bar chokers c/o, Chanel bag via BBOS, Miu Miu sunglasses.

Fitcode X Hudson Jeans

You know the magical feeling when you meet someone and you just CLICK? How great it feels to have a friend where the relationship is seamless, easy, fitting, if you will. Is there a greater feeling?

I think the same thing could be said about brands we love. When two of them partner up on a project, it feels like double the fun. Two of my favorite companies, Fitcode and Hudson Jeans have partnered up to bring you THE greatest denim-finding experience.

I talked about my love for Fitcode before, so it’s no secret that I have the worst time finding jeans that fit my body. But with Fitcode, they personalize the shopping experience by categorizing denim by MY body type (take this little quiz to find out yours!) so you’re not buying pants that you end up returning time after time. 

One thing I really, REALLY love about this quiz is the language. SO OFTEN we get down on ourselves for being curvy or not being curvy enough…but they have images titled “Ooh la la” and “Girly girl” to describe body types. Which is something I can’t help but want to support.

I took the quiz and ended up being a 710, meaning I often have trouble finding fits that are fitted at the waist without being too tight on the legs. So of course, even though I’ve tried Fitcode before with an amazing experience months ago, I always get a bit antsy when jeans arrive. But I didn’t need to. This pair from Hudson Jeans were absolutely PERFECT. And the hubby has proclaimed (multiple times) that they're his favorite pair of jeans on me. 

I ran around DC one afternoon with my best babe Erin to test ‘em out. They’re so flattering (if I do say so myself) and stretchy enough to fill all the coffee we drank! I also wore my go-to fancy flats from Ukies (so comfortable) and my favorite new sweater from Take 5 Boutique. It’s LITERALLY the softest sweater I own. And because I’m always trying to embody French effortlessness, I tied one of my new favorite scarves from Odeme (which also arrived in *the* cutest box - I’m a sucker for good branding!) To finish off the look, I painted my nails the prettiest shade of bright navy blue, also from Odeme (my millennial sister would be proud.) Expect to see it in my nail polish rotation all Fall long.

Tell me - what jean trends are you loving right now?! Have you tried Fitcode yet? If you want to try out Fitcode's new partnership with Hudson Jeans, you can get 20% off for a limited time! Just use code: HUDSONFITS20

Creative Layering with a Black Maxi Dress

I’m always excited when Fall rolls around because it gives me a chance to layer once again. Unless, in typical DC fashion, you hit mid-September and it’s still reaching 90 degrees. 

So in an attempt to celebrate fall without sweating to death, I threw on this playful maxi dress that just released at South Moon Under for a Sunday afternoon coffee break with my love. (Between catching up on Narcos, of course.) 

The first thing I loved about this maxi dress was how versatile it was . Paired here with my favorite Aritzia tee (last seen on Friday #repeatoffender much?), I’ve also styled it for work with a flowy blouse and pumps. And it looks great on it’s own with sandals and dainty jewelry for date night too. Once the temps finally drop, I’ll be wearing this with a chunky sweater and probably this same western belt (that I’ve been honestly sporting non-stop since I bought it.)

I paired the dress with these super fun block heels from Maumero, one of my new favorite shoe designers. They were just in DC last week hosting a pop-up, but if you missed them, you can check out their cool styles online. I layered the sandals with these lightweight gold socks to give them a fresh feel for Fall.

And - surprise surprise - I’m holding onto the chokers/bandana trend as long as it’ll have me. 

Also - excited to debut this drool-worthy Chanel bag I rented for Fashion Week from Bag Borrow or Steal. Alicia and I did a little Snapchat takeover on their channel while we popped around to our last day of shows (which I’ll be sharing more about in the coming weeks!) 

I’d love to hear from you - how do get creative with your style when it’s supposed to feel like Fall but Mother Nature just aint having it? And if you're looking for some Fall inspiration, be sure to check out the new South Moon Under lookbook (which is SO dreamy!)

Wearing Black Maxi Dress from South Moon Under c/o, Aritzia tee (similar), Miu Miu sunnies from Ditto, bandana, gold socks (similar), Maumero sandals, Chanel bag via Bag, Borrow or Steal (complimentary rental), Urban Outfitters belt, Like Gloss by Kylie.