Friday Five Under $50

"If you’re not making any mistakes or experiencing any setbacks, chances are you’re not doing anything." 

It would seem to me that the statement necklace has been replaced by the statement earring, and I probably could have chosen four more pairs I'm loving right now - maybe I should do that next week! While I can sometimes be a challenge to find pairs that are as light weight as they are dazzling, and I can not personally vouch for these, I will mention that Mango offers free shipping and returns, if you feel so inclined to give them a whirl.  

J.Crew Twill Winnie Pant, $35
Mango Flower Pendant Earrings, $20
H&M Merino Wool Sweater, $50
Nordstrom Rack Ring Handel Bag, $25
TJMaxx Charles by Charles David Metallic Mules, $50

Sweater Dresses Under $100

One of my favorite things about summer is the ease of simply throwing on a dress and heading out the door. With the arrival of fall comes the necessity for layers, however, with an abundance of adorable and warm sweater dresses, some of which have long sleeves and thus the ability to stand on their own, the transition to fall becomes a bit more fluid.

I don't know about you, but there is something about that first day I pull on my jeans after they've been hanging out in my closet all summer that just feels so constricting. I'm happy to have my growing collection of sweater dresses that I can reach for on the days when I'm just not ready for denim.

I've looked at my own personal favorites and also pulled a lot of fun new styles for this season and rounded up over 25 sweater dresses, all for less than $100 (okay, I could only find one leopard print dress and it's $140, but it's cashmere and still a really good deal) so I hope you find one you love!


Cozy Turtlenecks



Bell Sleeves


 

Off The Shoulder



Ruffles and Fringe



Prints



Spring into fall

"I know that everything I need will find me when the time is right."

Fall seems to be settling in, the sharp cold air bookending the days, and I was happy to still be able to wear this cherry blossom print blouse on it's own before things get too cold. Even though cherry blossoms are synonymous with the springtime, this top made it's way into a fall collection, and it was too lovely to hold it for six months. Of course I look forward to when I can wear it with my beloved flowering trees in the background, but I need to anticipate enjoying the seasons directly ahead and not wish them away to get to the spring again.

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The Rundown
Cherry Blossom Top Banana Republic Factory
Navy Minnie Pant J.Crew via Coco's similar
Mules Madewell similar
Leather Bucket Bag Banana Republic similar
Gold Earrings similar
Gold Circle Bracelet St. Thomas c/o TJMaxx similar
Sunglasses "Meteor" Ray-Ban c/o TJMaxx
Nail Color "Twill Seeker" Essie




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