Must-Have Bags for Women On The Go

For women on the go, finding the perfect bag is crucial. You want to make sure that all of your basic work and travel essentials are with you at all times. Plus, it has to be convenient for you to carry around wherever you may go. Today, I have partnered with Knomo to bring you the must-have bags for women on the go!

Leather Tote

Leather Zip Tote in Caramel

Leather Cross Body Tote

Shoulder Tote in Black

A good leather tote is an essential in any woman's closet. For women on the go, it is doubly important as it has to be large enough to carry your work and beauty essentials, while sturdy enough to carry all of these items around. For me, leather is therefore the best material to ensure durability and strength. The large interior space also ensures that you can carry whatever you need, wherever you go!

Briefcases

Talbot Slim Women's Briefcase

Reeves Women's Luxury Briefcase

This bag is essential for carrying your important documents or laptop. Like the tote, it must be durable enough to protect what's inside. But you should not compromise on style when choosing a briefcase to carry with you. For that, Knomo has you covered.

Travel Bags

Slim Leather Tote

Wheeled Travel Tote

Lastly, a good travel bag is always a lifesaver for women on the go! You want to have a large enough bag to pack your essentials for a quick business trip or getaway. At the same time, it has to be convenient to carry around. 

What is your must-have bag for when you are on the go?

Shopbop Main Event Sale

The holiday season is still a long ways off but it does not hurt to get an early head start when it comes to holiday gift shopping. Lucky for you, early birds, because Shopbop just announced a major sale - the Main Event sale! You should take advantage of this sale if you're planning to make a big purchase or if you want to shop for gifts at once.

What's in store for you? You can get 25% off when you order at least $500! Shopbop is one of my favorite places to shop so this makes me so excited. If you are too, get ready to be excited as I have picked out several of the goodies part of the sale! Use code MAINEVENT16 to enjoy the 25% off discount on your order!

Meanwhile, here's the good stuff:

Dresses

Yumi Kim Lattice Dress
Ella Moss Laurence Sweater Dress
By Malene Birger Turtleneck Dress

Amanda Uprichard Garland Dress
Yumi Kim Kimono Maxi Dress
For Love & Lemons Bell Sleeve Dress

Bags

Botkier Cobble Hill Top Handle Bag
See by Chloe Polly Mini Bag
3.1 Phillip Lim Medium Satchel

Shoes

Sam Edelman Taye Booties
Vince Slip On Sneakers
Schutz Finn Booties

Jewelry

Vanessa Mooney Knotted Tassel Earrings
Ginette_NY Fallen Sky Sequin RingKate Spade NY Steal the Spotlight Necklace and Earring Set

Accessories

Kate Spade NY Darilynn Sunglasses
Plush Cable Knit Beanie
Acne Studios Cashmere Scarf

Tops

Michelle Mason Cross Wrap Sweater
THE GREAT Ruffle Tee
Ella Moss Jodi Cowl Sweater

Which items are you going to get from the sale? You can check the entire sale here.

Winter Coats for Women from FashionMia

When shopping for the cold season, it is important to get an early head start. Coats are not inexpensive to buy so you have to choose a fashion store that specializes in quality but cheap clothing like http://www.fashionmia.com/. I've already talked about how I consider this as one of my go-to places to shop for trendy pieces but it is also a great place to shop from when you are looking for seasonal items. 

For this post, I am going to list down the top four coats that every woman must have in her closet. You can browse winter coats for women here: http://www.fashionmia.com/coats-93/):

Trench Coat

This is the key transitional piece in a woman's closet and one of the must-have winter coats for women. You can wear it loose or belted according to your preferred style. It is also that one key element to make your fall and winter looks seem polished. If you want to add a trendy and modern twist to a classic trench coat, pick one in a surprising color.

Parka

This is a heavier version of a coat that is meant to keep you warm during those extra cold days. Opt for ones with a hood to add extra warmth. For this one, it is best to stick with the traditional army green and khaki colors. But you can add a style statement by opting for those with fur-lined hoods. 

Peacoat

This is a wool coat wherein the design is military-inspired. This style is unisex and comes double-breasted. To make a style statement, pick one in a traditional but neutral color such as navy, gray, or black. But newer styles are available in statement prints such as houndstooth or leopard. 

Cape

A cape is a sleeveless cloak that is fastened around the neck. This is a practical and stylish option so you can keep your hands free and still provide the protection from the cold you need. And we can't deny, it looks super stylish too!

Which of these coats are still missing from your closet?

The Prettiest Floral Wrap Dress

Dress: Twinkledeals (c/o)
Purse: Michael Kors
Earrings: Happiness Boutique (c/o)
Watch: Michael Kors

The wrap dress is a classic. It was DVF who introduced this style into the fashion world in the 1970s and since then new styles have emerged to give this retro trend a modern twist. To be honest though, I wasn't so crazy about this trend then as I do now. I used to regard it as somewhat matronly (for lack of a better word). But just like many other trends that I've tried, I was made a convert. I now consider it as one of my favorites because it is versatile, timeless and very feminine!

SHOP THIS LOOK
Dress: Twinkledeals (c/o)
Purse: Michael Kors
Earrings: Happiness Boutique (c/o)
Watch: Michael Kors

This floral wrap dress from Twinkledeals is my second wrap dress (you can check out my review on Shein's wrap maxi dress here) and my favorite thus far. The periwinkle color and the feminine floral print were what won me over. It is feminine without being too girly; sexy in a subtle way. 

If you are like me who used to think twice about whether this trend would work for me, here are five reasons that I think why you should give it a try:

It works for any body type. This style of dress is universally flattering that it would look good on any body type. In fact, the wrap detail around the waist will help to cinch that part of the body to provide a feminine silhouette.

It is versatile. The neckline was one of the main reasons why I initially deviated from wrap dresses. However, I found that there are many neckline styles to choose from, whether you want to go for the modest ones or dare to go with plunging necklines.

It is easy to find the right fit. The wrap is easily adjustable so you won't have any trouble finding the right fit for you.

It can be styled different ways. The neckline detail of the wrap dress provides many opportunities to accessorize with different styles of necklaces.

It is constantly being reinvented. Thus, it never goes out of style. You can get more bang for your buck when you invest in wrap dresses.

Do you love wrap dresses too? 

Minimal Fall Wardrobe Ideas

The arrival of a new season signals a new take on fashion. For fall, you might be compelled to start stocking up on blanket scarves, cardigans and vests... but in reality, you don't need to buy new clothes all the time. You can get inspiration from minimal fall fashion ideas that I have included in this post to build your wardrobe on minimalist fashion principles. It's easier than you think! I have included some pieces from Amii, one of the fashion designers featured on StyleWe, so you can get visual inspiration using their pieces to create your own minimal fall style.

Choose solid colors and classic patterns. To re-create the essence of fall in your outfit, stick to color palettes and patterns that are often associated with fall. For example, black, grey and wine red hues are great to build up on your wardrobe from. When it comes to patterns, plaids and stripes can be easy to mix and match with your other favorite pieces in your closet. 

Choose fabric wisely. The type of fabric you wear for fall is also crucial to creating a minimalist style. Knit and wool are two of the best types of fabric with which you should invest in. You can wear a knit dress or sweater and pair it with denim pants or other pieces from your closet to bring the essence of fall to your look. Staying cozy and chic is no rocket science!

Comfort is key. The main principle behind minimalist fall fashion is all about the comfort. You need to find the right fabric and length on your pieces to stay warm, especially when the breeze starts to get chilly. Hence, you need to start thinking about the length of your pieces and if you'd be able to get through your day with that.

If you would like more tips on fall fashion, you can visit StyleWe's blog. To find more minimalist pieces from Amii and other independent fashion designers featured on their website, visit here: https://www.stylewe.com/deals/thanksgiving-day.html

How do you do minimalist fall style?

Olive You

Aside from wine red, olive green is one of the staple colors for fall. Therefore, it is not a surprise if you start seeing this color on bloggers and on the street. There is a precious and calming quality to this color, which is ideal for the cooler weather. I've also touched on army jacket as one of the fall staples that clearly supports the fact that olive is one of the go-to colors of the season. If you are ready to start stocking new olive pieces, you have come to the right place.

Olive Long Sleeve Fringe Dress
Olive Shift Dress
Bailey44 Olive Dress
Olive Trim Off Shoulder Dress

PAIGE Tatum Shorts
MATIN Pocket Skirt
Superfine Runway Mini Skirt
Ella Moss Yasi Shorts

Olive Suede Lace-Up Heels
Dolce Vita Gladiator Sandals
Olive Green Booties

Chunky Heel Lace-Up Booties
Pointy Toe Ankle Cuff Flats
Faux Suede Lace-Up Ankle Booties

Olive Suede Trench Coat
Olive Longline Collarless Vest
Olive Long Sleeve Cardigan
Olive Green Jacket

Olive Calgary Fringed Scarf
Olive Mini Bucket Bag
Rebecca Minkoff Finn Crossbody Bag

What are your thoughts about olive? What other fall colors do you love to wear?

How to Style: Denim Overall

Dress (worn as top): Shein
Denim Overall: Sammydress (c/o)
Tote: Herschel
Sneakers: Converse
Watch: JORD (c/o)
Earrings: Kenneth Jay Lane

This denim overall outfit post is a long time coming. Since I've seen denim overalls pop up in various online shops, I knew that I had to try my hands on this trend. Since I am shopping for items to bring with me to an upcoming vacation, I saw this as an opportune moment to get my first denim overall as I deem it would be comfortable to wear during my travel. 

Dress (worn as top): Shein
Denim Overall: Sammydress (c/o)
Tote: Herschel
Sneakers: Converse
Watch: JORD (c/o)
Earrings: Kenneth Jay Lane

When I got this denim overall from Sammydress, I knew I wanted to style it with a casual look. Denim and Converse is a no-brainer. This combo is just so easy and effortless, especially during travel. The top that I layered the denim overall with is actually a dress. I haven't worn this in a long time and I wanted to make use of it. It was fun and therapeutic at the same time to do a bit of digging through my closet. I think I need to do that more, especially since denim overalls are so versatile and there are so many tops that I can think of wearing it with. 

I would love to showcase another way to style this denim overall. I'd love to get your insights and tips on how to dress it up?