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I am in some serious love with the Dorado Necklace. I was able to find it while in California and cannot stop wearing it. It truly goes with almost everything. It probably helps that I have been wearing darker neutral colors but I’m sure I’d figure out a way to wear this necklace with bright colors too.

I wore this last week to work and then the salon for highlights and a cut. The Drapey Crepe Henley Tunic is so easy to put on and go. I have Black and Ivory and was able to score the Navy on sale. The Ankle Toothpick Jeans in Dolphin Gray are another favorite and serious workhorse in my closet. The booties are Christian Louboutin Melisa and were something I’ve been saving up to add to my closet. They have a hidden wedge and slight platform making them comfortable for all day, and night, wear. I finished this look with my Kate Spade and C. Wonder bracelets and my Kate Spade Ring. The ring is something I’ve been putting on every time I leave the house.

And, of course, I had a pretty good hair day, the day of the salon. I added a little product and let it air dry. Apparently, this is the natural wave my stylist keeps mentioning to me.

An HOA meeting on Monday was enough for me to put on something else besides a tee and boyfriend jeans. I debated on getting another pair of the Gray Toothpick Jeans but after trying on the Toothpick Ankle Jean in Coated Denim I decided on those. With my Drapey Crepe Tunics in the laundry I settled on the Tippi Sweater in Apple Print from a few seasons ago. I topped it with my Schoolboy Blazer in Black (10 Petite is the perfect fit for me) and put the Darby Loafers in Calf-Hair on my feet. 

The Dorado Necklace looks really good against the Apple Print, don’t you think?

This is such a great necklace. I hope it isn’t just an in-store only because it would be great if all of you could have one too!

Have a Great Day!

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We are back from my wonderful West Coast vacation and with the exception of our Denver layover, we had a great time. Layering was key for this trip and I really loved everything I put together and wore.

Travel/Day 1 – This was my airport/airplane look. I then layered when we arrived in San Jose.
JC Matchstick Jeans, JC White Oxford, Kate Spade Bangle, KS Glasses Ring, JC Cece Ballet Flats

Once we arrived in San Jose, I added my Factory Clare Cardigan, Excursion Vest and Printed Airy Wool Scarf. It was perfect as the sun went down.

Day 2/Shopping Day – I was alone on Day 2 and spent the whole day shopping and eating on Santana Row. Loved it! I visited my first Madewell store as well as H&M and C.Wonder. AND! I experienced my first blow-out at Dry Bar. That was a lot of fun and a great way to start my shopping day!

JC Silk Blythe in Polka Dot, JC Jackie, Ankle Toothpick Jeans in Dolphin Gray, Lexington Blazer, Burberry Scarf, Cece’s, Michael Kors Cross-body Bag in Gray (found at TJ Maxx), Alex and Ani Bracelets

The scarf was good for the morning and I tucked it in my bag during the afternoon.

I found these Alex and Ani Bracelets at Nordstrom the day before I left on vacation. There were so many to choose from but narrowed it down to these three. I wore these every day except the travel days so I didn’t have to mess with them through security.

Day 3/San Francisco Drive – We took the scenic route to San Francisco so I wanted to be comfortable in the car.

All J Crew: Pixie Pants with Tuxedo Stripe, Drapey Crepe Tunic, Excursion Vest, Cece Flats, Deco Necklace (new, in-store)

Day 4 – We had brunch and then were off to explore a little of San Francisco.

JC Merino Pocket Tunic, JC Toothpick Jeans, JC Lexington Blazer, Michael Kors bag, JC Necklace

I changed for dinner into the Medallion Tie-Silk Skirt and Tippi Sweater. I debated on wearing the Janey’s but since I hadn’t broken them in like I thought I would I stuck with the Cece’s. I added the Lexington Blazer to complete this look.

Day 5/Travel – Headed back home and though I really wanted to wear those Toothpick Jeans again I opted for something a little more clean.

Madewell Shirt, Factory Clare Cardigan, Cropped Matchstick Jeans, Cece Flats

I tweaked my packing right before we left and overall loved everything I brought with me. They all mixed and matched so well. My favorite item HAD to be the Toothpick Jeans in Dolphin Gray. Who knew they would be extremely versatile? I will have to get another pair. I wore them 3 times on vacation and am wearing them again today. I didn’t wear a few items either including the Janey Flats. The Cece Ballet Flats in Black were THE.PERFECT.SHOE for everything I had, even the dressier skirt and Tippi Sweater. 
The weather was gorgeous and how Gigi described it, cool in the mornings and warming up in the afternoons. Layering was so key to everything and the Lexington Blazer was perfect for this trip. If I was warm it was not too heavy to carry on my arm, or put in my 10 cent bag. 
Have a Great Day! As soon as I find some time I’ll post some reviews of Madewell, C.Wonder and Anthropologie. 
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The, now sold out, Merino Pocket Tunic is one of my favorites from the Fall arrivals at J Crew. I was able to grab it in both the Garnet and Navy, both perfect for Fall and Winter. The Midrise Toothpick’s are one of my new favorites as well. I have the Jeans in Carbon and the Cords in Sea Salt, which is a beautiful Winter White color.

I loved this outfit, both items and color combination, I wore a version of it twice in a week. I first wore some Corso Como boots in a light brown leather. The I switched it up and wore my Frye Carson Leather Wedge Booties.

I do need to get the jeans and cords hemmed as they are several inches too long but would love to grab the cords in the Dark Forest. 
I can’t wait to wear this Tunic again. And I’ll definitely pair the Garnet Tunic with these cords.
Have a Restful Sunday!
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Thursday evening was a Birthday Happy Hour for one of our best friends. I haven’t really been feeling up to dressing in anything but jeans this past week but I was determined to dress up some for this. Since it was just slightly cool (not 90s) I decided on the Pixie Pants in Leather Tuxedo Stripe. During the final days of the Instyle25 promo I ordered the Drapey Crepe Henley Tunic in Ivory in an 8 Petite. This size is the best fit for me as the sleeves weren’t too long and the fit was perfect through the shoulders and arms but just a little closer to the body, as compared to the regular size 8. It seems others agree with me as the 8 Petite is sold out in all colors but Cerise and Black.

I added the Darby Calf Hair Loafers in Leopard, the Mini Compilation Necklace that Gigi reviewed here and my Kate Spade Goreski Glasses Ring that I purchased during September’s 20% off sale. You can now get it for 30% off with FALL13FF.

I was very comfortable in this outfit and it took very little effort. The shoes are lined in leather and oh-so-comfy and the shirt covers all of my booty which is an A+ in my book.
My Talbot’s order came in so be expecting that review over the weekend. 
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I saw these loafers during a Fall Preview image on Pinterest and knew I would get these in honor of my sweet Bella. It’s suede upper with a calf-hair Dachshund. And absolutely adorable.

And I wore them last Saturday to the TEDx San Antonio with my Fluted Skirt in Ivory and Madewell Denim Shirt.

There’s also a Sweater. It took all of my will-power to resist it. The Frenchie Dog is out of stock but there are still some Scottie Dog sweaters. 

Have you seen C. Wonder’s offerings lately?