Fall-ing back to summer?

leather jacket: ONLY, via Wilson's Leather (similar faux option)

sweater: TJ Maxx (similar)

corduroy skirt: Forever 21 (cute option)

tights: Nine West, via Marshall's (similar)

boots: Diba, via DSW (similar light brown version)

infinity scarf: Forever 21 (similar)

sunglasses: Forever 21 (splurge or save)

The weather in Texas today is what most meteorologists would describe as "unseasonably warm."  We're pushing the 80s here, people!  What happened to fall and the glorious layers of scarves and tights and cardigans that come with it?!

While I'm sporting a short sleeve shirt and a skirt (without tights) in today's November heat wave, I'm thankful for the cooler days we've had this season...like last Wednesday when I wore this outfit.

So, fall (do you prefer the more formal 'autumn,' dear season of mine?), if you're listening, feel free to come back to Texas at anytime.  My closet will thank you with seasonably appropriate ensembles.

p.s. If you have a few minutes, would you please fill out this survey about health?  It's for a research paper I'm working on for my Sociology of Health class, but don't worry...all answers are anonymous.  Thanks!

DFW readers - don't forget: you can get 10% off of laser and spa services at ATI Laser Clinic!  See this post for more details.



Exciting news!

I love sharing exciting things with you!  And today I have not only one exciting thing to share, but two!

So, let's cut to the chase...

Dressing for me

I always enjoy editing my pictures.  I'm no pro, but it's a good time to look at what I wore and reflect.  Some days I realize I don't really like how I styled an outfit, and other days I love the final outcome.  When I was editing these pictures, I realized I loved everything about this outfit.

Silly things

Some times I do some pretty silly things.  Say, for instance, spending 20 minutes taking photos of myself with a self-timer only to realize that I forgot to put my jewelry on.  Oops!!

You're the inspiration

I was feeling feminine today and dressed accordingly.

I also took some inspiration from other bloggers when putting my outfit together.

Exhibit A: The skirt.

I have seen this skirt worn by many a fashion blogger in the blogging circuit, as I'm sure you have too.  It was made in a variety of colors, and each blogger has styled it their own special way.  I really liked the skirt when I saw it in other people's blogs, such as when Kendi of Kendi Everyday wore her gray one here, and I liked it even more when I found it brand new with tags still intact at Goodwill for $3.  Thank you Target for sending your leftover merchandise to the good people of Goodwill where good shoppers like me can take advantage of good deals.  Good job.

Exhibit B: The color of the skirt.

I got dressed late today, which means I got to do some morning reading beforehand.  After reading Kileen's post (from Cute and Little) about wearing white in the winter, I decided to give it a shot.  I quite liked the outcome.

I wanted to keep it simple but not overly monochromatic, so I wore burgundy tights for a dose of color.

What d'ya think?

sweater - Ross

skirt - Target, thrifted

tights - Nine West, via TJ Maxx

boots - Sears

belt - Betsey Johnson, via TJ Maxx

earrings - Goody's (?)

purse - Nine West, via Ross