A Cold Weather Concept.

“There is a definite chill in the air…Everywhere.”

We are officially entering Autumn. It’s time to embrace the chance to start wearing the overcoats, sweaters, pants and jackets you put on hiatus for the Summer season.

I will admit it is always a bit hard for me to pack away my easy slip-on and go dresses that I love to wear during the Spring and Summer months. Layering is always an option but less is more; which is why I went searching for a great transitional piece, the Sweater Dress. 

Adding to its reputation for being a “Winter weather staple” is that it can be styled a thousand ways. Over leggings, tights or skinny jeans. Worn alone with knee or thigh-high boots. Paired over lace or matte stockings. Belted, cinched and accessorized.

The choices are creatively endless.

Luella says…Cold? Go bold.

  

  

 

   

 

  

 

 

  

  

 

  

Go chic, stay warm.

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Fall into Flats.

 

“They are amazing, but can you walk in them?”

Fashion + Function = Flats. It really is that simple. I am happy to report a lot of the major designers went with flats on the runway for Spring 2011. The two worlds of chic and comfortability are finally getting closer. (yay!!!)

 

As with everything; if you do it right, it doesn’t matter anyway. I won’t quote Christina Aguilera here, but I am going to tweak her message a bit. Ladies, you are beautiful no matter what size heel you wear. Change it up a bit. Give your aching feet a rest. Throw in a day or two of wearing the perfect pair of flats and if you get a fashion conscience, tell yourself you’re channelling Audrey Hepburn.

Luella says… Put your Feet on the Ground

Jeffrey Campbell Feather Flats – (STEAL)

DSW Cobalt Bow Flats - (STEAL)

Butter Burgundy Flat - (REALITY)

Urban Outfitters Cooperative Heather Grey T-Strap - (STEAL)

Mulberry Sweet T-Strap Maryjane - (DREAMING)

Pour La Victoire Denim Bow - (REALITY)

House of Harlow 1960 - (STEAL)

Delman Art Deco Flats - (REALITY)

Melissa Campana - (STEAL)

Anthropologie Pixie Hollow Flats – (REALITY)

Charlotte Russe Copper Bow Flats – (STEAL)

Madras by APC – (REALITY)

Chinese Laundry Yellow Flat – (STEAL)

Marni Copper Bow Flats – (REALITY)

All Black Feather flats – (STEAL)

Steve Madden Kinnetic Flats – (STEAL)

Vivienne Westwood – (REALITY)

ME TOO Lilyana Flats – (STEAL)

Apepazza Boucle Flat – (STEAL)

Gucci for DSW – (REALITY)

Corso Como Flats – (STEAL)

Miu Miu Bone/Nude Flats – (DREAMING)

Asos Triple Bows – (STEAL)

Asos Black Point Tip Flats – (STEAL)

Kelsi Dagger Cognac Lace-up Flat (STEAL)

Y-3 Side Strap Flat – (STEAL)

Top Shop Studded Bow Flats – (STEAL)

Asos Oxford Flats – (REALITY)

Anthropologie Coachwhip Skimmers – (REALITY)

Fausta Moretti Two-Toned Flats – (STEAL)

They are pretty fabulous aren’t they? Told you so. Get comfy, stay chic. Win-Win.

 

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Dressed.

    

I’m in the mood for Autumn. Growing up in the Midwest, Fall was represented by the changing of the trees and a brisk cool turn in the weather. It marked a time when we had to officially transition our wardrobes into “Winter wear”. Now I live in Southern California and the transition is a bit more subtle. Either way, I love this time of year. It makes me want to cook hearty food, light musky, earthy candles and have a fire in the fireplace. It makes me want to snuggle.        

 Dresses truly are year round MUST staples. (At least in my closet.)  They are easy and comfortable and depending upon where you are reading from, can be underneath the layers you may have to add-on. While there are a couple Dreaming price point dresses below, the majority are Steals. Don’t believe me, click and find out.    

 A rule of thumb, is to try to create a nice balance in your closet of all price/designer ranges. Remember Sharon Stone wore a Gap turtleneck with a Valentino trumpet skirt to the Oscars back in 1996. Don’t be afraid to pair one of the choices below with an unexpected riding boot, close-toed wedge or flats. (They were the craze this season on the runway!) Fashion is your chance to make a statement. Be bold.        

Let’s get Dressed.       

     

    

Top Shop Every Day Dress

 

Ruche Fairytale Dress

 

Velvet Cotton Drama Dress

 

Diane Von Furstenberg Celia Dress

 

ModCloth Go Dress

 

     

    

TOPSHOP Tea Trim Dress

 

See by Chloe Lace Dress

 

Ruche Thinking of Home Dress

 

Dolce Vita Dress

 

Daughters of the Revolution Kitty Dress

 

     

    

Elizabeth and James Doris Belted Dress

 

Free People Crochet Sweater Dress

 

TOPSHOP Black Bubble Dress

 

       

    

Ted Baker Silk Kimono

 

Top Shop Black Flower Embellished Dress

 

Kain Label Puff Sleeve Dress

 

Asos Frill Back Dress

 

     

    

Asos Numph Hexagonal Dress

 

Planet Blue's Otis and Maclain Striped Dress

 

Marni Striped 30's Dress

 

Loeffler Randal Overlay Dress

 

A/Wear Garden Dress

 

 Try and find a moment every day that is a cause for celebration. I give you permission to have a From Me, To Me day today. Go get yourself a little something special.    

 

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