O U T F I T D E E T S : URBAN PLANET JACKET (SIMILAR) | TANK | LEGGINGS | PEEP-TOE BOOTIES - ON SALE! | BAG | SUNNIES
I love putting outfits together, but on days where I'm really pressed for time or unsure of what I want to wear, I go back to the basics. Starting with an all black base is grounds for a great outfit. The key is to pair different textures to keep it interesting.
The faux leather leggings and the cotton top--which is chiffon in the back--adds a little something extra. A large, black knit scarf would be a great complimentary piece to add, or a sweater if it's cooler. From there, you can add in more black or a few colour pieces like I did with the jacket and suede booties.
If you're unsure about mixing colours and textures, start with one colour and mix up the textures. It's totally fine to wear black head to toe and play around with various fabrics. Leather, suede, knit, cotton, chiffon, crochet & lace are all textures that pair well together and add interest to your look.
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Happy Tuesday ladies! This past weekend was Thanksgiving in Canada so it was a long weekend for me with tons of family & eating. First though, some very sad news....
Happy Friday everyone & happy Thanksgiving weekend to my Canadian girls! This weekend we are hosting Thanksgiving for everyone for the first time. Last year we kind of hosted, but we missed the real Thanksgiving because we were in Barbados.
This year, 11 people and the whole shebang--should be interesting. I love to host, but it always makes me a little crazy before the guests arrive. Marco is amazing though, and always takes the role of head chef while I frantically run around stressed out trying to hold it together. Ha! Hope you have a great weekend!
This is a Thanksgiving staple in our family.
I love these fringe iPhone cases.
21 ways to look like a blogging pro.
Layers done right.
What a cute Etsy shop.
Love this side-slit sweater (affordable too!).
Some Halloween costumes over the years.
Just pre-ordered this amazing cat bed for Eve. #officalcatlady
Posts you may have missed:
* This time last year: building my walk-in closet (room tour here)
* Thanksgiving weekend 2013
(Photo of warmer, patio weather, at Pure Kitchen).
O U T F I T D E E T S : FLOPPY HAT (LAST SEEN) | OPEN-BACK TOP | H&M FLARES (SIMILAR) | SCARF | IRO HEELS | BAG
Floppy hats are huge for Fall and I've added two to my wardrobe thus far, a burnt orange one and this basic black--and next on the wish list: this grey stunner (inexpensive option that I love).
I'm pairing mine with everything from this look, to boyfriend jeans and skinnies but it would also be so pretty with a long sleeved dress and tall boots or a chunky, sweater dress (pair a long sleeved top underneath or a leather jacket on top for warmth).
O U T F I T D E E T S : TOP (ALSO PURCHASED IT IN GREY) | URBAN PLANET SKINNIES (SIMILAR) | OVER THE KNEE BOOTS | H&M BAG (SIMILAR) | ADLO SUNGLASSES (SIMILAR) | NECKLACE
Keeping with yesterday's theme, these are another item in my top five 'to wear' items: tan suede over-the-knee boots.
These ones are real suede and have a chunky heel, which makes them easy to walk in. As soon as I put them on, it was a yes because again, they are so comfortable. It's pretty rare I will wear uncomfortable shoes nowadays. I used to put up with the pain before, but perhaps that's just the older and wiser me who refuses to do it anymore. Not saying I'm going to be running errands for hours on end in these, but safe to say they could definitely go the distance.
I'm naturally drawn to black and nude for footwear and although these boots come in black, I opted for the tan colour because it's so on trend for Fall. I will be pairing these with distressed and dark denim, leggings & skirts or dresses (likely in neutral colours because you know me). I've linked some pretty suede boots below if you're up for some shopping.
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