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No one does luxe layers like Varley. I’ve been wearing Varley for a couple years, and have always loved their workout looks from chic sports bras, to incredibly chic fleeces. They continue to innovate luxury layers that I cannot seem to live without. As we’re in between houses, I made sure to include my favorite Varley track pants and coordinating zip ups in my “only the essentials” duffle. I’ve been living in their joggers and zip ups here in Florida. Afterall, cozy clothes don’t have to be frumpy. Move over crop leggings, meet the joggers, knit zip up and jacket of dreams. Tell me your favorites and shop them all below.

Outfit 1

Rib beanie // Natalia half Zip // Quilted Coat // Sweat Pants (wearing small in desert sand)

Outfit 2

Side Zip Pants // Knit half zip in small “taupe gray” // Belt bag (wearing a small in all pieces)

Accessories: Spencer socks

Thank you Varley for sponsoring this post! All opinions are my own.

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One of the many reasons I was so excited about leaving the Midwest was a warm October. I mean, Elsa and Anna can actually walk down the street without a full parka and knit hat? Mind-blowing. So to celebrate this inaugural year of Costumes without Coats, the girls and I decided on Batman’s right hand girl: Cat Woman. We had soooo much fun getting dressed and it wasn’t long until the kids were begging to go outside to show off their costumes and demanding pictures (no, you read it right. They wanted pics!). I’ll admit, I’m the mom who is AWFUL at costumes – to the tune of using the couch blanket as a cape. Yup, mom fail. This year, I did away with my old ways. Despite ordering multiple Cat Women costumes, the totally corny headband, and the slightly loose boys’ costumes, ol’ Amazon totally pulled through for me. They, and I really do mean “I”, were a complete success. Let the 88 degree Cali October-trick-or -treating begin! 

Shop our looks here and on my shop page. What’s your favorite costume of all time?

woman’s catwoman :: girls catwoman ::

men’s batman :: boys batman

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Are you still reeling from the weekend and need some outfit inspo? Fall is a great time to experiment with proportions and layering and can be dressed up or down. I’m planning on wearing this combo with sneakers for school drop off next week. Next week!! What’s your favorite laying pieces?

vest RAG & BONE :: top ASOS :: jeans TOPSHOP (size up) :: heels SUSI (SIMILAR)

 

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Dress RVN (SIMILAR I like) :: bag REBECCA MINKOFF 2016_05_05_ShaliceNoel1-97-Editruffle top SIMILAR2016_07_07_ShaliceNoel7-845Jeans zara SIMILAR :: Bag CHLOE :: shoes STEVE MADDEN

dress DVF (on sale for 4 more days!)striped top L’ACADEMIE :: jeans PARKER SMITH (I cut the hem) SIMILAR :: shoes H&M

Happy Friday readers! Here’s a snippet of all my favorite looks in a post. It’s most likely you’ll find me in one of the previous OOTD’s this weekend. What are your plans? I’m off to take my parents downtown LA for lunch. Any suggestions?? Cheers to FRIDAY! Don’t forget, August 8th, is the last day of the Nordstrom Anniversary sale, shop my selects HERE

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So sometimes I like to consider this blog my running Christmas list. For instance, please notice this black and white jacket I’m wearing. Can you imagine Winter without this jacket? I didn’t think so. It’s unexpected texture for that last minute New Years Eve fête that adds a little something extra to my busted knee jeans and tee game. I know, I know, you can thank me later.

watch MOVADO / jacket TOPSHOP / jeans / heels FOREVER21

IMG_0318 (1)wearing: jeans AEO / heels MODE COLLECTIVE / shot by Mollie Moran

 

We’re off to spend Thanksgiving with my in-laws and sister-in-law in Iowa. I can’t wait for grandma’s ham, and my SIL’s cheesecake. In the meantime, check out these Pre-Black Friday sales that start today!

REBEKAH MINKOFF 25% off all orders, free shipping and up to 70% off select styles Effective: 11/25-11/29. click here to start shopping

GAP Early access 50% off everything. restrictions apply. CODE: EARLY. click here to start shopping

NEIMAN MARCUS Take 20% off sale items and 40%off designer. click here to start shopping

MACY’S 20% off black Friday specials with code: THANKS, click here to start shopping

NORDSTROM up to 40% off designer! And if you need suggestions, here are my picks: my fave fringe clutch is 20% off, this watch is 40% off, this fur trim anorak is 33% off, and a $30 turtleneck sweater.

ASOS 20% off using code: CYBER at checkout. Love these flats.

 

 

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I rarely say no to fringe, and this skirt is no exception. I thrifted a black version of this skirt and it’s still a favorite. Gotta love the texture and movement! I like it dressed up with a white or black blouse or dressed down with a denim shirt. I’m sure my 5 year old will be wanting this fringe skirt come Saturday when I get home. Until then, I’m squeezing in as many coffee shops and oceans views in LA as possible despite the insane traffic on the 405. Happy Thursday!

Shop the outfit below:

skirt ELLA MOSS / shirt ANTHROPOLOGIE / bag CHANEL VINTAGE / X Ring NORDSTROM

 

 

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It’s finally bootie season and I’m loving this pop of black and white from Mode Collective. They’re more versatile than you think, with black jeans or a leather pencil skirt. Perfect for brunch at Gjelina’s next week in LA.

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Toe Cap Bootie MODE COLLECTIVE / Cape BB DAKOTA / Jean MADEWELL

Top FREE PEOPLE / Leather Skirt SIMILAR / Toe Cap Bootie MODE COLLECTIVE

 

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coat ASOS / jeans VIGOSS / Boots ROCKPORT

There’s a thousand tiles missing from my kitchen along with the baking soda, the birthday plate and let’s face it, an ounce of my sanity. But who’s counting? Someone please tell the weather to get the memo it’s not Winter, but still Fall. My poor 2 year-old Tiger, Candy Corn, Spiderman and Repunzel had to trick or treat in the warm and domestic confines of Whole Foods to escape the not-so-kind 40 degree, blowing wind wet elements. However, organic lollipops cancel out most wrongs. Including Mother Nature’s. Which reminds me, my girls have science projects featuring farm life which we tend to know A LOT about here in the city. HA. So if your specialty is farm dogs and chicken coops, please comment below. Until then, I’ll be hibernating in an alpaca cardigan, these comfy Rockport booties, and eating leftover gummy bears until LA next week.

 

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I’m a huge fan of occasion dressing but it can be a little intimidating. But now, whether it is a client dinner, drinks with the girls or Friday night date night, I have the dress for you. Er, jumpsuit. Let’s be honest, I’m usually not ahead on anything holiday, but the team at Eliza J keeps hitting it out of the park. I’m obsessed with this romantic skirt, and I’m a jeans girl! Go figure. I find Eliza J dresses to have just enough embellishment to stand out, a great classic fit (though it runs a tad large), and stunning colors. Don’t forget a simple nude or pointy-toed heel, both with a much more manageable lower heel, and you’re set! See my 4 picks below and share which is your favorite.

Skirt ELIZA J (size 4)/ Olive mock neck ZARA SIMILAR AND THIS / Heel FREE PEOPLE /

Faux Fur infinity scarf SIMILAR

Jumpsuit ELIZA J (size 4) / Heel SAM EDELMAN / Lip STILA “beso”

Many thanks to TWENTY TWO FORTY FOUR for sharing their awesome space

Shot on location at @TWENTYTWOFORTYFOUR Studio, Chicago, IL

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