New Boots!

I have to confess I bought a new pair of boots.... and I didn't even get the black ones that I need. I bought another pair of brown boots... No they aren't "brown" they are "camel" and that is completely different. So I thought I would make an outfit around the boots. These boots are from Target, and the ones that I got are from Walmart. ( No I'm not above shopping at Walmart.) I shop for what I like, I'm not prejudice when it comes to the store.

Cardigans by Victoria's Secret
Boots at Target

I love the look of the tee shirt with an over sized sweater and skinny jeans, the really like the proportions. The accessories are perfect for a mom on the go, a big purse for bottles, diapers, and toys. (I will never forget my Aunt Kim carrying a doll around with her when she was purse shopping because my cousin Savannah had to have it with her at all times and Kim needed a purse big enough to fit it in.)  :) The earrings I picked out because they reminded me of my best friend Sami, she loves owls; and they are not dangley so I don't have to worry about my little girl pulling them out of my ears. Sunglasses are a must for me. I don't like to go outside without them. Last is the hunter green nail polish, yes, I said green. I saw in a magazine the other day some star with dark green nails and I really liked it.

What to Wear Weekend

I'm going to Shreveport this weekend to see my hubby, for those of you who don't know...My husband took a job in Shreveport, and he is living there full time, the kids and I are going to move there with him in the next 6 to 9 months... So this is an outfit that I would wear to the grocery store, out to lunch, or to go shopping at the mall.(Click on the image to go to the stores)

Cardigans by Elle
Flats by Toms

 First I'm going to talk about the Toms I don't have any yet... but maybe I will be able to save up and get some. I like that they are for a good cause, and everything that I have read says that they are really comfy. The jeans are just boyfriend jeans, cuffed, to show off your awesome Toms. Nothing says Fall like a plaid shirt.  I have been in love with white watches ever since The Blind Side, Sandra Bullock wears one in the movie, its a Rolex...I would be perfectly happy with a Fossil. I love this one because on the pave crystals match the pave diamonds on my wedding ring. Throw on a cross body bag, a medallion necklace, and you can't forget your aviators, and you have a perfect weekend outfit!

2010 Fall Fashion Must Haves

I love the fall, it has to be my favorite time of the year. Football games, chili, the leaves changing, a cooler weather, spending time with family, and the beginning of the holiday season. This fall some of the things in fashion from summer will carry over like military inspired, lace, and skinny jeans. Other things that will be hot this year are menswear, metal tones, animal prints, jewel tones, such as eggplant, cranberry, camel, navy, and moss green. Leggings are still going to be popular, and day time sparkle in small doses. For these more trendy items I would suggest shopping T.J. Max they always have unique pieces that are priced good. Target is also a good place to look. All of the pieces that I have listed below are 25 dollars or less.

• For the military look I would go with a jacket with brass buttons. Cargo pants are another good way to go, skinny cargo's are really cute. Outfit Idea: Military jacket, a lace top, jeans, and boots.

Cardigans by Mossimo
Skinny Pants by M.S.S.P.

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  Lots of feminine textures are in such as lace, ruffles, and beading. These things should be on tops or accessories. No beaded skirts. lol Keep it pretty simple on  the bottom if you are going to do a heavily embellished top. Outfit Idea: Cargo pants, a lace top, a cardigan, and metallic flats.

Shortsleeve Tops by Mossimo
Shortsleeve Tops by Spiegel

• Skinny jeans, and leggings are both something I didn't think that I would ever like but I love them now. I have a pair of "jeggings" they are the most comfortable jeans that I own. Go with a dark wash unless you have really skinny legs. For leggings get black and brown, and be sure that they are thick enough that you can't see through them. Outfit Idea: Skinny jeans, a feminine flowy top, boots, and a chain necklace.  

Distressed Denim by Gap
Leggings by Copper Key

• Anything that says boyfriend is popular from cardigans, and jeans, to shirt dresses. Outfit Idea: Shirt dress, leggings, boots, and a denim jacket.

Day Dresses by Old Navy
Cardigans by Old Navy

• Gold, silver, pewter, and bronze jewelry and shoes. Lots of chains, and metallic beading.             Outfit Idea: When in doubt you can always throw on a solid tee, a pair of jeans, a chunky chain necklace, a metallic shoe, and you will have a complete outfit, to take it over the top add in your military jacket, and you will look like you just stepped out of a magazine.

Flats by Aldo
Necklaces by Charlotte Russe

• Animal prints in small doses a cardigan, skinny belt, purse, or shoe would be a great way to incorporate that. Outfit Idea: You can take jeans, a solid color tee, a lepord print cardi, a black skinny belt on the outside of the cardi, and boots.

Cardigans by Apt. 9
Flats by Merona

Thanks for stopping by, come back soon. I have alot planned, more crafts, sewing, cooking, and I'm going to start doing "Mood Boards" if you are intersted in getting one just let me know. I will be posting more details on that soon. 

Jekka Laine

Fall Fashion Basics

I love fashion. If money were no object I would go shopping every day. lol But... Since I count every penny and at the end of the month that leaves not so much for buying a whole new wardrobe for every season I thought that I would give my tips for always looking current but on a small budget.

• Ok there are a few things that every woman should have in her casual wear. Good quality jeans that make you feel great. They should have a straight leg and be in a dark wash.
• Next you need some solid colored tee's I chose brown, black, and white.
•  For fall you need a jacket a classic khaki trench, it will never go out of style I have had mine for 8 years and if you buy a good quality one it will last you forever.
• A denim jacket is something that I like because you can dress up even a graphic tee with a jacket.
• For shoes I suggest black and brown boots, I like riding boots because I don't like to feel like I'm towering over people, and I have a 2 year old.
• I like flats for the same reason, so I have black and brown ones.
• Last you need a good classic bag in brown or black or both, but you want something without alot of trendy embelishment because if you are going to spend money on a good quality bag, you want it to last forever. I have a Michael Kors brown bag that I got for my first Mothers Day.

You can get most of this stuff at a store like the Gap. They have good quality basics at a pretty good price. These few things will last season after season. Check back tomorrow and I will have this seasons most popular trends on a shoe string budget.

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