Wardrobe Classics

While fall doesn't officially arrive until Sunday, Sept. 23, our temps and my wardrobe selections have already made the transistion.

I love brown and it's many shades from taupe to cognac paired with black.  This Talbots' dress with its three-quarter sleeve and its color combination of British Khaki and black stripes was a must-have.

Our cool temperature made this Banana Republic sweater jacket trimmed in faux leather the perfect layering piece.

As I love to accent with a belt, I added this old, but loved stretch number from Ralph Lauren.  And, never one to shy away from a bit of pattern mixing I pulled out these old favorite animal print, kitten-heeled pumps.  The shoes are about to be retired and replaced by these from Banana Republic.

Both BR pieces can be snagged online today at 35 percent off using code BRSHOP35.

Happy Monday, make it a great day and week.

The Master Piece

I've discovered in the last few days that some of my fall pieces no longer fit properly, evidence that my gym efforts are reaping more than just health benefits. No question, that's a good thing, but it means either a trip to the tailor or the acquisition of some new core pieces. 

Talbots' tiered sale was perfect timing.

I've been wanting a new black jacket that was on the longer side.  I've found that a slightly longer silhouette is more flattering if I am wearing a lighter color on the bottom.  The widest part of my hip is my thigh and a longer jacket which hits just below this point works best.  This all season, three-button wool suiting piece from Talbots is perfect.  Because Talbots offers so many pieces in a wide range of sizes, I'm almost always certain to find the correct size and fit.

I've heard it on good authority from CK, one of my personal style Gods, that white is okay after Labor Day (and I'm NOT listening to the voices in my head saying otherwise).  The jeans are a sale find and fit, our temps are still very warm, black and white is a favorite color combination and the addition of the animal print shirt adds texture.  Seems like a win/win. 

Are you still wearing white?

Outfit details:  Jacket - Talbots; Shirt - Talbots (available in store); Jeans - Talbots Sale (pickings are pretty slim, but if you can find your size you can't beat the price.); Shoes - Jessica Simpson (old, very); Necklace - JCrew; Watch - Movado