Category: Fashion

I was scrolling back through some of my older posts and realized something – every fall, like clockwork, I get the urge to toss up a little seasonal inspiration. Here’s my post from 2021 and here’s one from 2023 too. As soon as there’s a chill in the air, I want to dig through my closet, mix things up, and find fresh ways to welcome autumn.

So, in keeping with tradition, here are a few images that are giving me all the cozy, pumpkin spice, crunchy-leaf vibes this year.

When it comes to accessories:

Sources: Amazon, my closet, Warby Parker

I’m obsessed with this dark olive green nail polish shade for my toenails right now. Its OPI in “Suzi the First Lady of Nails” and I love it! Also on my ‘feeling for fall’ list is the cowboy boots I thrifted in Arizona (I added these fluffy insoles inside and now they are cute AND comfortable) and my platform low-top Chucks (also thrifted). I’ve been wearing both with all the skirts lately and will be adding tights to the look soon.

I found this chunky two-tone necklace at a consignment shop and can’t wait to layer it along with other chains with all my fall looks. As for those gorgeous wine-berry colored glasses, they are the Dasia glasses from Warby Parker. I tried them on while helping my husband pick out his new glasses and they might be my new pair once I get my prescription updated next month. They reminded me that I own a similar colored pair of readers, so I switched them out with my heavily used pair to give me a little variety.

Clothing inspo:

Sources: my closet, Pendelton and Lucky Brand

I thrifted the Everlane striped sweater in the spring and I’m still obsessed with it. I can’t wait to wear it a billion times this fall with jeans and joggers. The plaid/velvet/embroidered Johnny Was top was bought secondhand in Florida in August, so I’m patiently waiting until the weather allows me to throw it on as a kooky fun layer!

I love Pendelton designs SO MUCH, even though they are mostly out of my comfort price range. I have picked up two of their cotton cardigans secondhand over the past year or so and I love throwing them on over a simple v-neck t-shirt or graphic tee (here’s my orange version). They will be appearing a bunch this fall. As for the jeans, I’m excited that boot cut/baby boot cut are back around! I’ve been gravitating towards a darker wash and recently ordered a couple pairs (including this pair) from Lucky Brand to try.

As you notice, most of my fall inspiration comes from items I’ve collected secondhand and I’m shopping my own closet for my inspo. I don’t feel like I need to go out and buy a whole new wardrobe each season. And really, who can do that anyways?! Instead, I like to collect a few new pieces that I love throughout the year and pack them away until the right season comes around and I can fully enjoy them.

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September always seems to fly by with the return to school and our ‘normal’ schedule. This month is also extra fun for me, since my birthday is in the middle of the month and I usually have some fabulous plans sprinkled around.

Let’s take a look at my September looks:

Office Style

When I was doing my gigantic closet cleanout, I came across this Madewell blouse that I haven’t worn for quite a while. I decided to give it a try with a linen skirt for the office and I love it all over again! The puff sleeves are great for tattoo coverage and the criss-cross style is flattering on my bust. I also like that the v-neck gives me some space for a fun necklace stack.

The second outfit just *barely* visited the office, as I ran in to drop some things off for a campaign. I mean, I spent like 10 minutes there and saw NOBODY, so I totally could have worn anything. I kept it comfy with a pair of jeans I had forgotten about, a v-neck tee and lightweight cardigan.

NYC Style

When Jack and I took the train to NYC for a night, I kept my clothing super simple so that I could just throw a change in my backpack for the trip. For Day 1, I wore the top on the left with my visibly mended jeans, hightop embroidered Converse and a belt bag. On day 2, I just switched out the top with a different tee. So basically just a pair of pajamas, new unders, and an extra shirt was all that rode along in my backpack.

Casual Style

Here is my assortment of non-work looks I wore throughout the month. I basically love all the outfits, except for the floral jeans look. I’m just feeling a bit ‘meh’ about on and it might be because in hindsight I don’t love the berry colored tee with the cream/brownish cardigan. I’ll continue playing with that cardigan to see if I find a combo I like better.

Party Style

And last, but not least, I had this fabulous outfit! I was part of a very cool leadership group in 2010 and the years flew by and suddenly we are celebrating the 15 year anniversary of GIVE. The event was held at M&T Bank Stadium with appetizers, an open bar and a live DJ. The dress code was “bold and festive with sparkle, color and fun encouraged.” This secondhand Anthropologie tulle skirt and sparkly, beaded cardigan fit my needs exactly!

New vs Secondhand Tally

This month, I count 16 items that I purchased retail and 19 items I purchased secondhand.