Loving Leather and Suede

It's true. I have a sincere love for leather and suede detailing. This past weekend I went on a little bit of an impromptu shopping spree. I got home with a new suede dress,(pictures to come) an amazing suede t-shirt, and a high low dress with leather detailing. Are you seeing a pattern here?  Some other leather/suede combos I am obsessing over...

I am also admiring this leather detailed trench coat, and this suede dress.

Wishing you a wonderful week ahead!

XO

Friday's Fancies: Fall Lust List

Happy Friday! SO looking forward to the weekend! As always, I am linking up today with AV for Friday's Fancies which happens to be our "Fall Lust Lists."

 

Mine includes:

1. A pair of Chanel riding boots

2. THAT Celine Bag

3. A brown polka dot scarf

4. Over sized ponchos

5. A new pair of Frye boots

6. Burgundy jeans

7. Leopard pumps

8. An army green, military inspired jacket

What's on your fall lust list? Have an amazing weekend!

 

XO

Military Inspired

I don't know what it is about all of these military inspired jackets this fall, but I cannot stop swooning over them. I realize this trend is nothing new, however I am yet to find the perfect one and have been on a serious search for weeks. In the mean time I am loving these...

 

 

XO

Starting your own business...

It is so blatantly obvious that the blogging community is full of talented small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. Just take a look at the list of blogs you follow. I am sure you will find many young women who have started their own event planning businesses, their own online clothing shops, or are self made photographers. However it can be rather terrifying for those of us who are yet to launch our dream business. I recently found this article that I think offers some valuable tips and suggestions for first time business owners. Here are my three favorites...

Focus. Focus. Focus.Many first-time entrepreneurs feel the need to jump at every "opportunity" they come across. Opportunities are often wolves in sheep's clothing. Avoid getting side-tracked. Juggling multiple ventures will spread you thin and limit both your effectiveness and productivity. Do one thing perfectly, not 10 things poorly. If you feel the need to jump onto another project, that might mean something about your original concept

Know what you know, what you don't know and who knows what you don't.No one knows everything, so don't come off as a know-it-all. Surround yourself with advisors and mentors who will nurture you to become a better leader and businessman/woman. Find successful, knowledgeable individuals with whom you share common interests and mutual business goals that see value in working with you for the long-term.

Learn under fire.No business book or business plan can predict the future or fully prepare you to become a successful entrepreneur. There is no such thing as the perfect plan. There is no perfect road or one less traveled. Never jump right into a new business without any thought or planning, but don't spend months or years waiting to execute. You will become a well-rounded entrepreneur when tested under fire. The most important thing you can do is learn from your mistakes--and never make the same mistake twice.

And look the part...

XO

Suede Booties and Pumpkin Spice Lattes

Happy Monday to you all! The fall weather has finally rolled in here in Chicago and it feels amazing. Loving the cooler mornings and my pumpkin spice lattes. This weekend I even felt my brown suede booties were appropriate! And because it has been far too long since an outfit post, here is what I wore Saturday evening for a very casual date night with B. Were any of you able to dig out any of your fall favorites?

 

 



Top:F21/Love this one//Jeans:JBrand/Jacket:Express(old) similar here/Booties:F21/Sunnies:Michael Kors

Have a wonderful week!
XO

Back to School Outfit

Although I have been done with school for an entire year (times flies) I still remember the importance of the "first day of school outfit." One may think this would become less of a priority as you enter college however it never really did for me.

I was always the girl in my heels and a blazer. I figured instead of being uber casual why not actually wear the items out of my closet since the majority of my week was spent in class. If I didn't wear my cute clothes to school, then I would have to wait for the weekend to roll around, and I am far too impatient for that. So today, in honor of "back to school" over at Friday's Fancies, a similar outfit to what I may throw on if I did have school to attend this fall.

A big tote and a little notebook were and still are necessities for a successful year.

Happy weekend!

XO

Fall Essentials

My favorite season has officially arrived and I could not be more thrilled! I so look forward to the leaves changing, football Sundays, and of course my fall wardrobe. All I need now is for this 90 degree weather to disappear so I can start to dig out my boots, leggings, and sweaters.

While I patiently await the cooler weather, lets talk fall essentials...


 

A riding boot in black and brown. Love these!

A go to jacket/blazer for layering...
Military inspired pieces seem to be popping up all over this season. Love this jacket because it is true to the trend but not over the top!

Everyone needs a cute little hat for the fall...one of the most functional accessories in my opinion

A dark washed jean is a must! I am a sucker for a wide leg however a skinny jean and a legging are  necessities for the riding boots!

And finally, a few transitional sweaters are great staples for the fall since they can easily be reworked into numerous outfits.

What are some of your fall essentials?

 

XO