Polka Dots

Top: Ann Taylor Factory love this one  Jeans: Zara these on sale!  Shoes: Nine West  Bracelets: Stella and Dot (no longer available) and Alex and Ani here and here and here  Watch: Michael Kors  Sunglasses: Pac Sun

Although we are way past Labor Day, there is a part of me that is not ready to give up white jeans. I think a lot of that has to do with the weather we had last week but there is something so sleek and clean about white jeans. I don't know about you, but I love them. I decided I needed a simple black and white outfit for working in the coffee shop last week and this little number is what I came up with. Sometimes I just feel so fancy when I wear outfits without any color, even if it's just jeans and a t-shirt.

How to Dress up Loungewear

Top: Brandy Melville love this one  Pants: Ann Taylor  Shoes: Shoemint  Watch: c/o The Watch Company  Bracelet: vintage similar here  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban

Oh look, a sweatshirt. I never wear those. This seems to be my go-to these days, especially because I've been blasting my AC at home. When we were in San Francisco this past weekend, I ran into a store (in between bar hopping with my friends) to see if I could do some damage to my credit card in under ten minutes. Success. I found myself in Brandy Melville and fell in love with just about everything in the store. Including this sweatshirt. It is a "one size fits all" and it is incredibly comfortable. I have even considered sleeping in it. I love finding new stores to shop in.

But, we all know that wearing a sweatshirt out isn't the fanciest of outfits, right? So, I decided to pair this heavenly top with a pair of bright jeans and some chunky heels. I think that these shoes look great with dressed down pieces and really help dress up an outfit. Plus, wearing a sweatshirt out of the house and still looking pulled together is my new favorite thing. 

Takin' My Work Outside

Top: Ann Taylor  Jacket: Target identical one here  Jeans: JOE'S  Shoes: Steve Madden similar here Necklace: c/o Mall of Style  Watch: Michael Kors  Bracelets: Stella and Dot and gifted  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban

It's no secret that I am loving working from home these days but every once and awhile it's nice to get out and work among other people. I have been frequenting a cute little coffee shop down the street and this week is finally warming up so I don't have to always sit inside. It's so nice to work from anywhere and people watch at the same time. 

Also, how cute is that heart necklace? I have been into delicate jewelry lately and am loving this gold/ silver combo. Stay tuned later this week for an awesome giveaway from my friends over at Mall of Style!

Stripes and Brights

Top: Banana Republic similar here  Jeans: Ann Taylor other colors available  Shoes: Nine West  Necklace: J.Crew Factory similar here  Sunglasses: Marc by Marc Jacobs  Watch: Michael Kors  Bracelets: Stella and Dot here and here and Alex and Ani  Ring: Kate Spade and gifted

Now that spring is officially here (on the calendar) I can't get enough color in my outfits. Yesterday I wore bright pink to celebrate the new season and today I decided to throw on my brightest jeans. I've loved these jeans since the day I bought them a few years ago and discovering that AT still makes them in other colors is dangerous. They are one of (if not the most) comfortable pairs of pants that I own. I may have to buy the new teal color that recently came out. A girl can own two pairs of teal jeans, right?

I am getting pretty excited for this weekend. While I don't have a lot planned right now, it's my second to last weekend in DC and I am hoping to get a few things knocked off my DC Bucket List. It's going to be a perfect weekend for outdoor activities so I am hoping to get at least 3 items checked off the list.

Make sure you've entered my giveaway to Rosewholesale!

Casual Chic

Top: Gap  Sweater: Ann Taylor  Jacket: Old Navy  Necklace: J.Crew Factory similar here  Jeans: 7 for all Mankind  Sunglasses: Marc by Marc Jacobs  Watch: Michael Kors  Bracelets: Stella and Dot here and here  Shoes: Nine West

Can you believe it? We finally got above 50 degrees this weekend! It seriously felt like a heatwave around here and I couldn't be happier about it. Sadly, it's expected to snow again this week. But back to this past weekend. I drove around in my (freshly washed) car with the sunroof open and music blasting. It got go me incredibly excited for summer and I just can't wait to be done with all of this freezing-ness.

One of the great things about the warmer weather is being able to layer your clothes and as the day warms up, you can easily strip layers. One of my favorite ways to layer is with a button up shirt, sweater and a light jacket. I can't seem to get enough of this jacket lately and it's such a steal at Old Navy. I highly recommend snagging it ASAP before it sells out.

Hope you had a great weekend and enjoyed the Superbowl!

Linking up with Elena and Three-Fer Thursday today!

What to Wear with Plaid Pants

Top: Ann Taylor similar here  Pants: Gap  Shoes: Boden USA other styles available here  Necklace: Banana Republic (currently out of stock)  Bag: Forever 21  Bracelet: Stella and Dot  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban

It is no secret that I am a HUGE fan of Gap slim cropped pants.  I mean, to date, I own seven pairs. Yup, seven. 

When I was browsing the Gap website last week, I came across these plaid pants and decided they were a great way to spice up my wardrobe as the temperatures drop. I have many pairs of these pants, yet all of them are solid colors. I love the look of plaid pants and can see them worn with so many different tops.
Here are a few of my favorite looks:

3 ways to wear plaid 

Finally

Top: Banana Republic  Skirt: Phillip Lim for Target no longer available  Sweater: Ann Taylor similar here  Shoes: I.N.C.  Watch: Michael Kors  Bracelets: Stella and Dot here and here  Necklace: Stella and Dot  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban  Bag: Phillip Lim for Target others here

Today's outfit incorporates two things that I finally got in the mail: my new leopard flats and my watch back from the MK repair shop. I am so happy to be wearing both of them and plan to not stop any time soon.

I have had my Michael Kors watch for a little over a year now and on my way back from Reno, the date on it stopped moving forward. I was quite sad when I realized I had to send my watch in to get repaired because I wear it every day. What would I do without my watch? Well, to be honest, I looked at my wrist daily thinking it was still there. Sadly, it was not. When I sent the watch in, Michael Kors' repair service said it would take 5-7 weeks before it was sent back. I panicked, considered buying a new one, and then realized I could manage without my watch for a few weeks-- I knew I had others I could rotate in for a few wears. Well, to my surprise, my watch only took FOUR DAYS to repair. It was sent back immediately and was in working order on my doorstep yesterday. YAY!
And not only was my watch an exciting mail day, my shoes were just as exciting. Although... I actually purchased them in person over the weekend, only to remember I had ordered them online a few days before. I now have two pairs of these flats so one needs to be returned ASAP. Oops. I guess that's how you know you really like a pair of shoes!

Summer to Fall

Dress: Kintage (store closing, everything 50% off)  Sweater: Ann Taylor  Belt: The Limited  Shoes: Guess  Bag: 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban  Bracelets: Stella and Dot here and here  Rings: Gifted

After re-discovering my textured skirt yesterday, I decided it was time to finally wear the textured dress I ordered a few weeks ago. Pairing it with black instantly took this lavender dress from summer to fall and I could not be more excited. I see a lot of this dress in my future, especially with tights and perhaps my leather jacket. Something I've yet to pull out this season.
As the weather continues to cool, I've made it my mission to wear more of my summer pieces into the fall by pairing them with new accessories.
What is your favorite way to take clothes from summer to fall?