{ . . . polka . . . dots . . . }

Hi all, {SS} here, this week I'm doing some belated fall trend blogging. Yesterday, I talked about {oxBlood} ... 

Today is all about { . . . polka dots . . . }

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This season, polka dots seem to be all over... the runways @ NYFW were full of them, the fall magazines are filled with glossy pages of polka dots on dresses, skirts, pants and purses...

Here are some inspirational polka dot outfits that I'm loving: 

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* I love the navy polka dots with the delicate pink striped top. Very easy going and fun for fall. I would wear this outfit with some cute little booties and a soft camel-colored infinity scarf.

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* To me this is the perfect autumn outfit: soft fall colors, chambray shirt, thick stripes on a cozy sweatshirt, pretty polka dots, lots of bangles and some fun neutral color-blocking. I am definitely going to try to replicate it!!!

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* I am loving the double button down shirt look, and the necklace layering. I'd try this with some cozy cropped cords, a colorful belt and some great flats or little wedges.  

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* What a cute combo this is... I'm digging the black and tan for fall and the polka dots add a fun extra pop. Instead of these (adorable!!!) sandals, I would probably add some black flats (maybe with some gold detailing?) to make them more fall appropriate. Instead of the leather jacket I might wear a camel colored blazer or even a blazer in another color to spice up the outfit- maybe an oxblood!

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* This is so comfy and classic for fall: I love the casual ease of it, her wispy curls, nude flats, silk dotted blouse, and distressed denim... 

And where can you find some fun polka dots to add to your wardrobe?? 
Here are some of my favorite { dotty } pieces, currently in stores: 

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* I have and love these awesome J. Crew pants! They're currently on sale too!!

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* This fun Nordstrom's dress would look great with tights and boots too! 

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* These Madewell pants are so fun and would tuck perfectly into your favorite fall/winter boots. They would also look awesome with a great chunky sweater!


For more {dots} also check out: Ann Taylor, Boden, J. Crew, Loft, The Limited, Anthropologie, Madewell...

Tune in tomorrow to see what the next fall trend of the week is... 

xo, SS

{oxBlood}

{SS} here...

All this week I'm going to be doing collages of some of my favorite fall trends! 

Today =  {oxBlood}

oxBlood by mynewstyleblog featuring leaf jewelry

Tune in tomorrow for... {polka dots}

xo, SS

{Fall} Trends I'm Loving...

HI...

Here's a little preview of some fall trends I {SS} really {heart}. Stay tuned for more detailed posts about the trends {oxblood, polka dots, scarves, navy, peplum, glasses, blazers, bangles, color, etc...} later this week...

Fall by mynewstyleblog featuring polka dot shoes

xo, SS

Scents of Style

Parfum. Cologne. Body Spray. Eau de Toilette. Essential Oils. Perfume. 

An old fashioned notion...and fall inspiration

{kh} here.

Sometimes, I feel myself to be in conflict with the times I'm living in. Don't get me wrong- I love the convenience of living in a digital age. Having information at my fingertips whenever I want it is amazing. Especially since I am the sort of person who wants to know the answer before I finish asking the question. You would think I would be 100% on-board with ebooks, online shopping, social media, smart phones, and the likes. 

And, to some extent, I am. I live a busy life so it's all helpful but at the end of the day it just feels so...lonely. Where is the fun in getting to know the people at your local shop? Where's the excitement of opening a book for the first time and hearing the crack of the binding? I'll take the sentiment of a handwritten letter over an email any day.

I decided to combat some of that by making my inspiration "board" into something tangible that I can hold in my hands. It's not a board but a book. I have different pages devoted to different categories for the current season.

Here's what's in it:

 Beauty:
For fall I am LOVING the fresh faced look.  Flawless and glowing skin with one feature accented. I am seeing a lot of the burgundy lip which I am ready to try. I am also loving the accentuated brow. I have a love/hate relationship with my eyebrows. I love the natural shape but hate the stray hairs. I have never plucked my brows and they tend to look a bit disheveled at times {note to self- stop furrowing them so much!}. I am thinking this may be a good trend to embrace!

 Clothes:
It's no secret that I am a fan of brightly colored bottoms. I just purchased two different pair of brightly colored pants today and can't wait to wear them. I love how J.Crew {duh!} styles them for work and for play. I am thinking about trying bright pants with bright accessories. We'll see!


I also love this look below for the weekend. "Borrowed from the boys" is a look which I think will always be near the top of my list. And the layering!

Accessories:

The only thing that is not sexy about these leopard print wedge desert boots is their price. Ugh. So sexy! I am also loving this mustard pair. I can't wait to break out my pair from last fall! I am also thinking this fall is going to be about classic heels and menswear inspired flats for me. Just like last year!

What's inspiring you for the fall?!