Not So Basic Basics for Fall

Though the temperatures say differently, Fall is here. With sweaters pilled and shirts with spots (honestly, why does everything have a stain on it?!), an update of last year's basics that were worn to their death is in need. I pulled a bunch of pieces for a friend while doing a closet refresh and loved all of these. The perfect additions that you can wear every day, week, and month until it is time to break out the shorts and flips again. 

1. I love the soft feel of this Blue Corduroy Blazer, the color is so great, but it also comes in neutrals. 

2. This really is the perfect shirt by Cloth & Stone. It also comes in a pretty coral. 

3.  A perfect Pointy Toe Flat, that is not too pointy. 

4. I live in this dress at home. Sweatshirt dress

5.  LOVE this J. Crew Stripe Turtleneck Sweater

6. A little edge to go with your morning coffee. Faux Leather knit cardigan

7. This Nars Velvet Matt Lipstick Pencil in Dragon Girl is such a go to. A foolproof red that looks great on everyone. And you can layer it for just a stain or full blown vamp. 

8. These Rails plaid shirts are so soft, machine washable, and a great update to the flannel. 

9. The updated skin pant from J. Crew everyone is raving about. 

10. A cozy Shawl Open Collar Cardigan that comes in a few colors. 

11. A Stripe sweater dress that can be worn day or night. 

12. A little investment in a J.Crew T-Shirt Cashmere Sweater will go a long way. 

I also love these Tights and these Leggings. Staples for under dresses, tunics, and long sweaters all winter long. 

Happy Weekend friends! 

xo

Erin 

Fall Essentials

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As I start to assess my own closet for the coming season, it is nice to see my old fav orites hanging in there ready to be worn. In Fall and Winter I tend to wear a bit of uniform, switched up by a few trendier pieces of the moment. Here is what I gravitate towards Fall after Fall. 

1. A long plaid shirt that can be worn tucked into super flared jeans or as a tunic over skinny jeans is such a mainstay for me. Madewell $74

2. Moto boots are an investment piece, but mine have lasted for three years and I still wear them every other day once the weather gets cool. Jimmy Choo $1150

3. A Burberry trench is such an investment piece that you can feel confident will last season after season. This is on sale $798

4. I have this Asos sweater dress in a few colors and will be ordering more this year. At $24 (on sale) you cannot go wrong. 

5. I raved about these leggings last year and they still are the best I have found. Spanx $68

6. Lightweight sweaters that can be layered over tees, under blazers, and are soft enough for snuggling on the couch with the kids from J. Crew. Other colors available. $79

7. I buy these J. Crew vintage cotton tees in bulk. They come in so many colors and are on sale right now. $24

8. Minnetonka moccasins feel like slippers and go with everything. $42

9. This is the updated version of the Alexander Wang crossbody bag I bought a few years ago. Fall always makes me go a little edgier. $795

What you your Fall essentials? 

xo

Erin