IT'S FALL FASHION TIME (I THOUGHT IT WOULD NEVER GET HERE)

Hello lovely people! As I sit here on a surprisingly uncharacteristic but welcome cloudly September day, I could not be more excited about the coming fall weather and the corresponding fall fashion. After all my endless talk of being impatient for summer so I could flounce in wafting and full skirted dresses, one would think I am a bit fickle. Well, to you I say, the best thing about the seasons is that they change. I tire of them quickly. I suppose I am quite fickle. But I'm ok with that :-)

Therefore, read on to find some of my favorite fall fashion picks this week. Imagine the crisp air, the smell of apple cider, the foliage people! The foliage! But what do I know about foliage, I live in LA...

Boatneck Dress $39.50 from Alloy
This dress is mighty nice. It feels like you could rock it in transitional weather then break it out again for winter holiday parties.

Cable Knit Tunic $34.50 from Alloy
I am a sucker for white sweaters. I don't know why. The simplicity of white just works for me with a big chunky knit. This one is a bit boho and I love it.

Shawl Cardigan $29.50 from Alloy
Love the bright blue. Love the snug fit. Love the double breasted button front. Yes, that will do nicely.

Melissa Oxford $34.50 from Alloy
This is one fall footwear trend I am hopping right on. The high heeled oxford. Its totally chic and interesting, and wont just jet out of style in about two seconds.

Ludlow Boot $39.50 from Alloy
These boots + bright leggings + anything on top = fall happy fun time

Cindy Crochet Tunic $34.50 from Delia's
This is perfect to throw on over jeans then grab a chunky sweater for later. Good transitional weather top

Printed Satin Dress $34.50 from Old Navy
I love this dress so much. So easy and forgiving, but totally put together. Plus the color combo is really sending me today.

So...... basically what I think I'm saying is, bring it on, Fall. Bring it on.

BREEZY OFFICE FASHION

Working in an office during the day, I am always on the lookout for an outfit that is cute, current, and workplace appropriate (and that won't break the bank). With that in mind, check out some of the great finds I came across this morning on some of the old standby online fashion stores (Alloy, Delia's, and Old Navy):

Alloy 3/4 Sleeve Shirtdress ($39.50)

Alloy Menswear Mixed Media Dress ($42.50)

Alloy Striped Ruffle Yoke Dress ($39.50)
obviously would need to be worn with leggings of some sort in a non-casual office, since it is pretty short, but so cute!

Delia's Pamela Check Dress ($39.50)

Old Navy Belted Satin Dress ($34.50)
I debated as to how office appropriate this dress was since the satin makes it a little bit slinky/festive. But how awesome would it look with some black leggings and boots in the fall? Very office approriate.

Old Navy Floral Shirt Dress ($29.50)
Casual Fridays? Am I reaching? I had to include this dress, it's so cute, and despite being short, it's otherwise very modest.

Old Navy Stretch Ponte Pleated Tank Dress ($29.50)

Old Navy Voile Cinch Tie-Dress ($29.50)

Dresses are just so perfect for everything (except yardwork. Ok, maybe some yardwork? Special yardwork, like trimming flowers from your garden for a lovely impromtu bouquet. Yes, because I do this ALL the time in my imaginary yard. But, IF I DID, I would do it in a dress). My point is, you just throw one on and go, and you can buy a whole new ensemble for a lot less money if you just go for a good dress.

SALE STUFF AT ALLOY

So, I have recently rediscovered Alloy.com, of which I am mostly a fan of their sale page. Primo sales here right now... Like these:

1. Belted Tunic was $26.50 now $9.99

2. Hooded Jumper was $29.50 now $14.99
FINALLY! A jumper that one can wear a bra with!!!

3. Madras Short was $22.50 now $14.99
for those of you hungering to become part of the madras wave that is once again overtaking us. I don't DISLIKE madras, not sure if I'm at a "love" stage yet though

4. One Shoulder Tunic was $16.50 now $7.99
one shoulder is EVERYWHERE right now folks.... love it or hate it. I think this top is CUTE.

5. Sadie Button Tee was $24.50 now $5.99
now THAT'S a friggin SALE! And I'm loving the flowy yellow going on...

6. Tyler Skye Premium Vintage Bootcut was $68.50 now $29.99
AAAUGH! I have longed for the perfect grey jeans for too long now! Soon I will actually commit and buy a pair!

Oh, and PS - did you hear??? TOPSHOP, the UK's fantastic and affordable chain, is COMING TO THE US!!!! Right now its only in NY in October, but if H&M has taught us anything, its that eventually it will make its way to the other coast... I hope its quickly....

My lust list for Friday May 30th

I want the following. So badly. Like, rearranging finances in my head badly. Like, who needs savings when you can have these? bad. BAD.

1.Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess Eau Fraiche Skinscent, 3.4 oz.
$49.50

The fragrance that worships every inch of you. A sensuous, sun-drenched blend of Bergamot and Mandarin, cooled with Tahitian Gardenia Petals and Coconut, warmed with Amber, Sandalwood and Vetiver. All heat. All desire. All woman.


2. Giovanni Cool Mint Lemonade Salt Scrub with Crushed Mint Leaves OR Hot Chocolate Sugar Scrub with Crushed Cocoa Beans $13.95

I smelled the lemon scrub in CVS the other day but had to check if they were cruelty free or not before thinking about buying - well, they are, and it smelled SO GOOD GOOD GOOD!

3. Alloy Audrey Eyelet Dress $19.99 on Alloy.com, a great site I totally forgot existed! Some of their stuff is a little pricey for what it is, but they have a phenomenal sale page, as is evidenced here

4. Alloy Flyaway Dress $19.99

5. Alloy Zapper Wedge $29.50

6. Avon Anew Ultimate Contouring Eye System $30 Avon.com