Hail the Shirttail

It's officially fall and I'm looking forward to tailgates, layers and afternoon coffee drinks. The arrival of crisp air brings leather paneled leggings and a shirttail sweater. (these are everywhere!) Finished off with a tiered gold necklace and a classic black pump. 

Tunic: Ann Taylor Loft; Ponte Pant: Old Navy; Pumps: DV by Dolce Vita (similar here); Necklace: Moon & Lola; Bag: Furla for Saks (similar style here)

Pirate Flag and an Island Girl

It took a little vitamin D to get me into a spring like mood. After some time off from blogging, I'm back with no tights or heavy overcoats. Actually, I'm embracing the opposite. A getaway to paradise put me on island time and what better way to celebrate sun and sand than in a light-weight cover-up and sandals...oh, and a margarita doesn't hurt! 

Cover up: Ann Taylor Loft; Sandals: Sam & Libby for Target; Beach Bag: Mar Y Sol (similar here); Sunnies: Tory Burch (similar)

Exaggerated Peplum

I'm on board the peplum train and I squealed a little when I found this one with such an exaggerated one! The contour on the waist followed by a dramatic flare make for a figure flattering top! I belted it to break up the black with gold and per usual insisted on a pop; so I let the citrus pumps speak for themselves. 

Top: Olivaceous Peplum Top (faux leather version here; found locally at Uniquities), Skirt: Old, but I'm loving this similar one, Belt: Asos, Earrings: Sonya Renee, Bag: Furla, Exclusively For Saks, Pumps: Ann Taylor Loft (different color sold here), Bracelets: Alexis Bittar, Hermes, Stella and Dot

Embroidered Jacquard

Today, I officially welcomed spring into my life! Basking in the warmth, I embraced texture with embroidery, and jacquard. I can't avert my eyes from the hot pink and thought the exposed zipper was just the right finishing touch. The black empire waist breaks up the dress and gives the illusion of a tulip shape in the skirt. The black also makes accessorizing a cinch! (everyone owns something black!) 

Jacquard Dress, Michael Kors Clutch, DV by Dolce Vita Pump, Moon and Lola Necklace, David Yurman Ring, J.Crew Chain Bracelet

Fall Foliage

The yellow butterflies are fluttering and leaves are slowing descending from the trees, which means Fall has officially arrived! The berry, mustard and ruby colors in the skirt remind me chilly days to come. (PS- A little Chanel can make any girl feel fancy!)

French Connection Mini Skirt (similar fit, different pattern here), Loft Silk V-neck Blouse (similar here)

H&M Suede Flats (similar here), Grey Skinny Belt (similar), Gold Multi-Strand Link Necklace, Vintage Chanel Earrings