Autumn leaves are falling

As fall finally starts making itself know around here, I find myself gravitating towards deeper, richer colors and earthy neutral tones. This open cardigan from Forever21+ was the perfect topper to my neutral party and goes beautifully with the gold jewelry I keep going back to - this leaf pendant I added to my F21 crystal necklace, amber statement ring, and a stack of various gold bracelets. I've noticed that when I find a combo of jewelry I like I'll stick to it for a while rather than mix it up. So sue me!

Cardigan: Forever21+
Top: Old Navy
Jeans: Forever21
Pumps: Bandolino via Lord & Taylor
Leaf pendant: thrifted ($.99!)
Crystal necklace: Forever21 (similar)
Amber ring: Fairfax, VA street fair
Bracelets: Brooklyn Flea
Watch: Syms

A quickie

Just a quick one today, my camera died after only a few photos of today's outfit so her's what we've got. I bought this dress from ASOS Curve at the beginning of the summer and it was a bit too snug then. It fits much better now so I finally decided to break it out with tights and my suede wedges. I have an urge to wear it next time with my Steve Madden Korset boots that I hunted down last year. There's something about soft chiffon paired with edgy leather...

Dress: ASOS Curve
Tights: Hue
Wedges: Bandolino via Lord & Taylor
Necklace: Macy's
Bangles: Syms
Ring: Street fair in Fairfax, VA

A little teal never hurt nobody

Cardigan: Mom's
Top: Old Navy
Crops: Talbots
Wedges: Bandolino via Lord & Taylor
Sunnies: Cole Haan via Syms

Brightly colored bottoms are a big trend this fall and it's one that I am more than happy to follow!

I bought these super soft teal corduroy crops on clearance from Tablots a few months ago and I've been waiting for the weather to cool off a bit, and also to slim down a bit more to wear them. They finally fit! The color is even deeper and richer in real life, and I love how they look with my trusty polka dotted top and a cardigan - casual and cool.

I love where they hit me at the ankle but I go back and forth about the little flair they have going on. I've thought about altering them to make them more of a skinny crop, what do you think? I have the same pants in a brown color so I may alter those and see how I feel about them and then decide about this pair.

Do you believe that I rushed out the door this morning without putting on not one piece of jewelry?? Crazy talk!

Polka dot remix:

Fun with Colors

I don't think it's possible to fully express my excitement that it's tights weather at last! This weekend we saw temps dip all the way down to the low 50's/high 40's, so I was very happy to have this pair of gorgeous maroon tights courtesy of We Love Colors to keep my legs nice and cozy.

I'm very particular about my tights. It can be tough to find a pair that fits just right, especially for us curvy ladies. I can't stand tights that don't have enough stretch, either they give me the always attractive muffin top and pinch in the oddest places (I'll leave that to your imagination), or they slide down and I end up with the crotch halfway down my thighs. On the other hand, there are those tights that have too much stretch, and they lose their elasticity after one wear and end up pooling around my ankles.

We Love Colors has solved the problem of ill fitting tights and best of all, they've done it for the plus size girl. I'm wearing a pair of their Plus Size Nylon/Lycra Tights and they are absolutely heaven. No tummy squeezing, uncomfortable pinching, crotch drooping, or ankle pooling here. Just vibrant color and insane comfort. I'm wearing a size A/B, and the fit is perfection. If you're between sizes I would recommend sizing down as these are very stretchy and have a lot of give. I will definitely be picking up a few more pairs for the season! I'm thinking Mocha and Hunter Green...

I love the funk that this unexpected pop of color gave to my otherwise classically feminine outfit. This maroon color is so rich and will definitely be in my regular rotation through out fall and winter!

Cardigan: Borrowed from Mom
Dress: Forever21+
Tights: We Love Colors
Wedges: Bandolino via Lord & Taylor
Necklace: Lane Bryant
Ring: H&M
Bracelet: Premier Jewelry
Belt: Off a dress

By the way, did you check out the winner of the LucieLu giveaway?

A new species discovered...Arianis Bloggeristrus

The nonstop rain we've been having here in NJ has turned my backyard into a veritable jungle. Standing there in my bit of leopard print, I have to say, I felt right at home!

My red skirt from F21+ continues to be one of the best $7 purchases I've made all year, and I was happy to step away from my usual red/black/white combo by pairing it with this shimmy bronze tank and a touch of sheer leopard. I've had this button down from Old Navy for ages but always have trouble styling it. I know, I know - leopard, sheer; what's the problem? Well I figured it out, for today at least, by simply rolling the sleeves and twisting the front into a knot for a high-waisted look.

Are you surprised to see my nude Bandolino's make yet another appearance on the blog? They've been my footwear of choice for the past three OOTDs and many unblogged outfits in between. I just can't contain myself!

Button down: Old Navy
Tank: Lane Bryant
Skirt: Forever21+
Pumps: Bandolino via Lord & Taylor
Ring: Vintage via La Casita
Necklace: Gifted
Bracelets: Syms, Brooklyn Flea, F21

Thanks to the BF for being my photographer for these photos, even though he insisted on cutting off my feet in half of them ;) Gotta keep training him I guess! 

Oh, and don't miss my LucieLu Giveaway!

Sweater Weather

I really love this outfit!  I love this bright peach and purple together, it's such a fun and happy combo. I got these black jeggings off the F21+ sale rack for mucho cheap, and after taking in the waist a bit they fit like a dream. My nude pumps are the Bandolinos I wore to the wedding a few weeks ago; they're so fantastically comfortable that I wear them non stop! And this necklace is one of the reasons I love my local Syms so much - It's Rachel Roy and I scored it for $20!

I'm off to Brooklyn to spend some time with the boy tonight (Υιασου, αγορι μου!), and partying with my sister on Saturday. Any big plans this weekend?

Sweater: Thrifted
Tank: H&M
Jeggings: F21+ (similar)
Heels: Bandolino via Lord & Taylor
Ring: Nordstrom Rack
Necklace: Rachel Roy via Syms
I'm also wearing a thrifted gold cuff you can't see :)

Throwback - Light Denim

I've been a devout wearer of dark demin for as long as I care to remember; the last time I wore a pair of jeans this light was probably in middle school. But every since my last foray into Talbots, where I tried on a pair of fabulous but pricey wide leg light denim trousers (with the rest of my purchases that day the pants were out of the question), I've been looking for a pair that are a little easier on the wallet - and found them at Forever 21+!

I love how long wide leg trousers/jeans make my legs look, and for the wallet friendly price (I can't remember the exact amount, but they're F21+ - aka around $27 at most), I especially love how great this light pair looks!

Oh, and if you're looking for a pair of comfy nude pumps, may I recommend this pair from Bandolino? I picked them up to go with the Adrianna Papell dress I wore to a recent wedding, but have been wearing them a lot since. They are SO easy to walk in, and mucho comfortable considering the heel!

Cardigan, tank, ring: Nordstrom Rack
Wide leg jeans, necklace: Forver21+
Heels: Bandolino via Lord & Taylor
Bracelet: Stella & Dot
Sunnies: Cole Haan via Syms

Do you rock the wide leg trousers, or do you stick with straight leg or skinnies? What's your favorite style of bottoms?