Goldenrod and Bumble Bees

This is one of my favorite spots where I live. Although Goldenrod is killer for people with allergies, I think it's gorgeous. Kind of the epitome of Fall for me since our leaves change so late. And I like the rustic feel of the red gate. I thought it was the perfect backdrop for my mustard and black outfit.

 

My friend, Ashley, took my photos. The sun was shining right in my face so she let me borrow her sunglasses for the pictures. Now that I look at them, I'm kind of reminded of a bumble bee with my black and yellow outfit and the black, large-frame glasses.

 

 

Black Cardigan: (old) via Ross - similar, similar // Mustard Blouse: exact via JC Penney // Jeans: (old) via Sears - similar, similar // Sequin Flats: (old) via Shoe Department - similar, similar 

 

 

 

 

The Breakdown:

 

Cardigan: Ross, $10

Shirt: JC Penney, $7

Jeans: Sears, $20

Flats: Shoe Dept., $20

 

Saturday Wishing

I'm spending the day with my family at a State Park today enjoying the (somewhat) cooler weather and beautiful scenery. As much as I love living in the South, I do get a little envious of the change in season that occurs in the more northern areas. Here are a few things I would love to experience: 

 

 

Gorgeous Fall-colored scenes

 

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Apple Picking

 

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Wearing Layers

 

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I hope you all have a great weekend wherever you land. I will be enjoying my day in the sunshine wearing capris and flip-flops!

 

 

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Inspired

Autumn's beauty. It will be quite a while before we see leaves changing in this part of the U.S. but until then, we have these gorgeous colors to enjoy.

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The vintage-inspired jewelry and bold fashion of the season.

 

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And of course, food! There's something about Fall that makes me want to bake.

 

 

Just a little tease

No, not me. The weather! We have been having some gloriously cooler weather here. 60s in the mornings, 80s in the afternoon. But it won't last. Pretty soon we'll be back in the 80s and 90s until what seems like Christmas Eve.

The cool weather is just a tease but it has put me in the mood for Fall. Apple Cinnamon scent for the house, an intense need to bake all kinds of pumpkin yumminess, and for wearing TIGHTS! I know its a little early but I figured I could balance it out with the cap sleeves of the dress. So I will enjoy the crispness in the air this week and steel myself for the mugginess I know will come later.

 

 

 

Grey Leopard Dress (old) via Ross, other options here and here / Belt (old) via Ross, other options here and here / Grey Pearl and Ribbon Necklace (old) via Bealls Outlet, other options here and here / Clear Rhinestone Earrings (made by me) / Black Calvin Klein Shooties (old) via TJ Maxx, other options here and here

 

 

 

 

 

 

The breakdown:

Dress: Ross, $20
Belt: from another dress, $0
Necklace: Bealls Outlet, $5
Earrings: made by me, $0
Tights: Ross, $8
Heels: TJ Maxx, $40

Linking up with Tara from Mix & Match fashion today!!!

Like a Hound

Mustard Merona Cardigan via Target (old), other options here and here; Black top, Worthington via JC Penney (no longer available), other options here and here; Worthington Ponte Houndstooth Skirt (old) via JC Penney, other options here and here; Nude Janine Pointy Toe Pumps via Payless; black statement necklace via Bealls Outlet

 

 

The breakdown:

 

Sweater: Target - $25

Shell: JC Penney - $13

Skirt: JC Penney - $15

Heels: Payless - $25

Necklace: Bealls Outlet - $8

 

 

This look was inspired by this outfit by Surely Sonsy:

 

 

Linking up today with Mix and Match Fashion:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What I'm loving right now




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Just a few of the pieces I am eyeing right now:

 

1. Lace Back Peasant Blouse from JC Penney: $21.99

2. Lace Belted Tee from New York & Company: $44.95

3. Little Mistress Body-Conscious Midi Dress With Embellished Waist from ASOS: $97.88

4. Sole Society 'Sonita' Pumps: $69.95

5. ILY Colorful Clutch/Wallet: $7.99 (I bought 3!!)