Yellow Moto Jacket & Leopard Print

I guess I'm a bit spoiled by the So Cal weather... I can and do wear maxi dresses year round. My obsession with maxi dresses is deep rooted in their comfort. To me, maxi dresses are as comfy as my favorite pajamas but way more socially acceptable and fashionable. For this beautiful fall day I topped off my leopard print maxi dress with a fun vegan leather moto jacket in bright yellow. The leaves on the trees are just starting to change colors and coincidentally they match my outfit perfectly! (I'm easily amused) My yellow ruffle peep toe booties have been in closet for a few years. I absolutely adore them but they are rather difficult to wear because they are not a common yellow. I have bought several yellow items in hopes that they would match these cute shoes but to no avail. When I recently got my yellow moto jacket I had no grand expectations of these difficult shoes matching. My booties are not really the exact same color as my yellow moto jacket but they are pretty darn close! So I just went for it.

Tips for wearing a Maxi Dress in Fall:

• Stay away from colors and patterns that scream summertime. Bright florals and beachy prints are better kept for warmer weather. Animal prints, stripes and darker hues are fair game for fall.
• If the weather is really chilly layer a pair of fleece lined leggings underneath your maxi dress. Make sure you pull them up so that your dress hides the bottom of the leggings. You'll be warm and toasty and no one will be the wiser.
• Top off your maxi dress with a fall staple like a leather jacket or cropped blazer for added warmth. You can even through on your favorite scarf. 
• These boots were made for walking... boots and maxi dresses are great for fall. Try flat riding boots, combat boots or cowboy boots for a casual feel. To dress up you look reach for a pair of high-heeled booties.

What I'm Wearing:

Yellow Moto Jacket- I'm Haute- Available Here

Leopard Print Maxi Dress- I'm Haute- Available Here

Silver Skull Hand Chain- I'm Haute- Available Here

Silver Chandelier Earrings- I'm Haute- Available Here

Yellow Shoes- Quipid

Photography by Lee Robinson of Snab Productions

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Fall Layers Outfit of the Day

I know that is has officially been Fall for some time now but to me it starts to feel like Fall when Daylight Savings ends. It's so crazy! We fall back an hour and all of a sudden the weather is cold, the California sunshine is gone and it is time to bring on the layers! Here is my newest fall outfit that features a bunch of cozy layers and a mixture of trendy Fall textures. Fall is all about layers, which gives you plenty of room for playing around with different fabrics. When mixing several different textures it is best to keep your color pallet neutral/muted. Layering several different colors and textures looks fabulous when perfectly executed but is easily over-done. Here I played it safe with classic neutral hues while taking a risk with faux leather leggings, a fringed hobo bag and layered knits.

What I'm Wearing:

Faux Leather Leggings- I'm Haute

Beige Knitted Sweater- Tart Collections

Black Fringed Hobo Bag- I'm Haute

Black Stud Earrings- Chanel

Charcoal Grey Sweater & Booties- My Closet

Fall Fashion: Trench Coat and Thigh-High Boots

It is finally starting to feel like fall outside- yay! Bring on the fall fashions! 

I've been dying to wear my new trench coat from Tart Collections. I really wish you guys could feel the amazing fabric used on this perfect Fall/Winter coat! Sometimes I feel claustrophobic in big bulky coats but I hate being cold so I deal with it. This coat however, is lightweight, super soft and warm. It also has a bit of stretch that allows for easy movement, its waterproof and fits heavenly. I absolutely love all the little details like the exposed stitching, double breasted button design and luxe lining. Trench coats are a classic option for staying warm. This style has been around since the late 1800's and has seen very few changes to the original design, meaning a trench coat is a great investment because it never really goes out of style. I can already tell that this is going to be my new favorite jacket for fall/winter 2013, and probably many years to come

 I'm a big fan of layers in fall and winter. I always have a scarf on hand. It is a good idea to keep a scarf in your purse at all times, or at least your car, in case temps drop, winds kick up or you find yourself in a restaurant with the thermostat set to arctic. This black microfiber scarf is actually the first scarf I ever owned. My mom bought it for me from a kiosk in the mall in 2001. My how time flies! I've obviously owned numerous scarves since then but this one is still in my top 3. It is by far my most versatile and warm scarf. It is called an infinity scarf and can be worn countless ways due to it's unique design. Everyone, male or female, should own a nice black scarf.

What I'm Wearing:

Grey Trench Coat- Tart Collections

Black Thigh High Boots- Just Fab

Faux Fur Handbag- I'm Haute- Available Here

High-Waisted Jeans- Papaya

Black Shirt- Nasty Gal

Fall in Love with Color

Mixing textures and hues for a fun California Fall Outfit 

I can't believe that it is October already. I keep seeing pictures of scarves and boots and I'm longing to get bundled up in some true fall fashions. However, the California weather has a different plan. I can't complain too much, summer is my favorite season so who am I to hurry up the mild west coast seasons? Fall weather will eventually be in full swing and I'll have plenty of time to bundle up.

Some of my favorite things about fall fashion are the rich colors and fabrics. Knits are my favorite to wear because I'm almost always cold and love to be comfy. I got this coral knitted tank top a couple weeks ago from TartCollections and have been dying to wear it! It is actually a rather transitional piece. It works great as a bikini cover-up in summertime and can help add warmth via layering in fall and winter. I layered it over my trusty lime green dress that I have had for seven years. Which just goes to prove that certain items never really go out of style.

This classic dress has a bit of a retro vibe. It is a blend of soft and light sweater fabric, pleated silk chiffon and hand-sewn bead trim. Green is projected to be the "it color" this season so I figured that I better ease myself into this trend. My closet doesn't have very many green options, which could be one of the reasons I've held onto this muted lime green dress for so long. Certain greens can be rather hard to pull off but the muted almost pastel shade of this dress is easy on the eyes and easily paired with other colors.

The open knitted tank looks great over this lime green dress because it is a muted shade as well. They complement each other because they both feature solid dusty hues. For added bonus perfect for fall, this combination is super rich in texture.

I added even more color to this ensemble through my accessories and shoes. I've always loved lime green and turquoise together. You could just as easily finish this look off with nude shoes and a long gold necklace. As it happens, I just threw my nude shoes away and haven’t yet found a replacement. They were faux suede and scuffed to the nines! I’m super OK with all the color going on here anyways. Fall fashion can have the tendency to get bland and monochromatic which definitely can’t be said about this colorful outfit!

What I'm Wearing:

Coral Knit High-Low Top- Tart Collections

Lime Green Dress- mine since 2006

Turquoise Jewelry- I'm Haute

Turquoise Heels- Quipid

Blue Pants Outfit

Life is too short to wear boring clothes.

These lovely royal blue wide leg pants have been hanging in my closet for quite some time now. They don't get regular wear but they are just too awesome to part with. I bring them out on special days when I'm feeling bold and craving something super chic. Luckily for these bright blue pants I was feeling fashion frisky this morning! My package had come in from Nasty Gal yesterday and this black criss-cross back bodysuit was among the goodies. It seemed like the perfect match for my trusty high-waisted blue pants. 

 Normally these royal blue pants steal the show but they've never been paired with such a sexy top before. I love how well these pieces mesh together and create a chic but sexy outfit that can be worn just about anywhere. This is a great Friday outfit because you can wear the black blazer all day at work and then ditch it at 5pm for drinks with the girls. Guys love open back styles so hopefully you won't be paying for too many of those cocktails yourself, not that you couldn't but those new Jimmy Choo's aren't gonna buy themselves!

What I'm Wearing

Black Criss-Cross Back Bodysuit- Nasty Gal

Black Blazer- Papaya

Gold Statement Necklace- Mine

Wideleg Blue Pants- Mine

Gold Spiked Cuff Bracelet- I'm Haute

Black Belt with Gold Crosses- Wet Seal

Black Single Sole Heels with Gold Plate- I'm Haute 

Black and White Colorblock Purse- I'm Haute

 To see my post from last year featuring these same blue pants click here.