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Cold Shoulder Top + Blush for Fall
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BOBEAU Cold Shoulder Top | PAIGE DENIM White Skinny Jeans | VINCE CAMUTO Katleen Peep toe Booties | FRANCESCA’S Gray Stone Tassel Necklace | BOURBON & BOWTIES Bangle Set | KENDRA SCOTT Sophie Drop Earrings | STREET LEVEL Reversible Tote Bag | Nails: ESSIE c/o Satin Sister
One trend I am happy to see carryover from spring and summer is the cold shoulder top. I love showing off that hint of skin on your shoulder while still being able to wear a regular bra. This trend will also be sticking around for winter as many sweaters also feature this cutout. This blush color is another item sticking around for fall. It’s a slightly lighter version of the pantone color of the year, rose quartz.
I loved blush and white together in Spring and decided to make this color combo work for me in fall. The top paired perfectly with my white jeans which I am still wearing on the regular! The blush of this top had more of an earth tone feel, so I paired it with these brown booties that also helped me keep a more casual look. You can easily dress this up with a pair of nude heels. I did want to bring one dark piece to the look, so I added a black tote bag.
This top is amazing, super comfy with a hint of stretch and really soft! I could definitely see this top doubling as loungewear down the road. It’s only $49 and comes in a couple other colors too like black and blue.
I’m so excited to FINALLY see Adele in concert tonight!! I have had all of her CDs on repeat all week, so I am ready to go. It is going to be the longest work day ever. 🙂 Ya’ll have a good one and thanks for swinging by!!
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Mad about Plaid
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BP Plaid Tunic *40% off! | JOES JEANS Dark Skinny Jeans | CHARLES DAVID Lace-Up Heels | GIGI NY All in One Bag | KENDRA SCOTT Elle Earrings in Slate, Elisa Necklace, Arden Bracelet (similar) | RAYBAN Mirrored Aviators | Lips: PIXI Sheer Rose | Nails: ESSIE c/o Satin Sister
One of my favorite things about plaid is to see the different color pairings in each one. I saw this navy and burgundy plaid tunic online months ago and fell in love. It immediately found it’s way to my current cravings list. Once I saw it in store, I became even more smitten with the color combo. This top is a tunic length which makes it perfect to pair with leggings and boots or underneath a chunky knit sweater in winter. I definitely see more of this color combination in my fall and winter future!
I am so excited for this week, because I have so many fun activities going on. It starts with a ZTA Alumnae gathering, followed by a night with my bestie Adele, and ends with the mega holiday shopping extravaganza, The Nutcracker Market.
I am the most excited about the Adele concert. I have had tickets for a year!! Her last Houston concert like 4 years ago was cancelled because of her throat surgery, and I have been waiting for her to come back ever since then. I also took Thursday and Friday off work for the Nutcracker Market. Yes my Houston readers, I am one of those crazies who goes first thing when it opens! Although I am thinking about going later in the afternoon this year to let the crowds calm down a bit. The market is amazing, but not when it’s so crowded you can’t move or go in any of the booths. Now I just have to get through these 3 work days!! Ya’ll have a great week, and thanks for stopping by!!
OH and SALE ALERT – Nordstrom is having a Fall Clearance Sale with 40% off many items including some fall and winter staples like boots and coats.
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Holiday Gift Guide: Under $50
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scarf | gloves | blue earrings | necklace | burgundy earrings
skincare gift set | pom beanie | cuff bracelet
makeup brushes | wine travel kit | marble & wood serving board | champagne glasses
beauty bestsellers kit | clinique beauty gift set | tic tac toe game
We have officially hit the 50 days until Christmas mark! I’m already starting to make my gift list and plan out the perfect gift ideas for everyone on it. The blog received its holiday makeover this week too. The Holiday Shop is officially back and added to the menu bar. The shop is filled with gift ideas for him and her and in an array of price ranges. I’ll be updating these constantly as I find some of the best holiday gifts on the web. I am also adding a Holiday Style section filled with ideas for your upcoming parties. Expect dresses, holiday sweaters, and lots of sparkle!
I’m kicking off my holiday gift guide series with the best Christmas gifts under 50! A few of these like the wine travel kit are currently on sale making them under $50. I tried to include a wide array of gift ideas including beauty gift sets, jewelry, gifts for the home and wine lover, and a few ideas for the fashionista on your list. Beauty Gift sets and makeup brushes are always a great gift idea. They include multiple products, so I always feel like it’s 5 or 6 gifts in one.
Check back every Friday for a new holiday gift guide! Of course, you can always check the holiday shop for ideas too. If you want to see any specific gift ideas, feel free to leave a comment or shoot me an email. I’ll try to include them for you in a future post! Ya’ll have a great weekend, and don’t forget the time changes this weekend! It’s my favorite time change because we gain an extra hour of weekend! 🙂
GIFTS UNDER $50
The Perfect Brown Leather Jacket
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BLACK RIVET (c/o Wilsons Leather) Leather Quilted Scuba Jacket **50% OFF! | LUSH Swing Tank | DL1961 c/o Emma Skinny Jeans | CHARLES BY CHARLES DAVID Lace-Up Heels | GORJANA Taner Pave Necklace | BAUBLEBAR c/o Astolat Drops | GIGI NY Black Clutch | Nails: ESSIE c/o Satin Sister
I have had a brown leather jacket on my fall and winter wish list for a few years now, but I’m so picky about what I want. It had to be the right shade of brown with just the right amount of a worn in distressed look. I also wanted a collarless, partially quilted, super chic jacket type look. The zippers had to be in the right places, the right angles, and the right dark silver color. Last came price, leather jackets are a high ticket item, and I wanted one in a reasonable price range. I am happy to report that I have found my perfect brown leather jacket! This one fit all my needs, plus it’s an extra 50% off right now along with all the other jackets and handbags at Wilsons Leather! I’m dying for some cooler temps, so I can wear this baby out!
The right jacket can really transform an outfit filled with basics like this one into a super chic fall look. I love pairing brown and black together in fall from black jeans and brown boots to this black jeans/shoes and brown jacket look. This outfit would also look really cute with a black turtleneck top to go even more monochromatic. I chose this ivory swing tank to add a little complimentary earth tone to the brown of the jacket. I also love playing with the differences in proportion with the fitted jacket and flowy top. I finished the look off with my latest shoe crush. These adorable just under $100 lace-up heels add a little bit more edgy chic to the overall look.
I received compensation and this product courtesy of Wilsons Leather, however, all opinions are entirely my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that support Lady in Violet
