Save vs Splurge: Scarves

I always love a search for great deals so I'm back with another Save vs Splurge post today! And I am featuring one of the fall essential items to incorporate into your wardrobe - scarf! Finding scarves at higher price points might be a good investment for the long run, but there are also strikingly similar scarves you can find online for a fraction of that price. Check them out below:

Rose Pashmina Scarf [SAVE] / White + Warren Cashmere Travel Scarf [SPLURGE]

Bently Scarf [SAVE] / Plush Ultra Soft Plaid Scarf [SPLURGE]

Beige Chunky Knit Scarf [SAVE] / Club Monaco Adamaris Cable Scarf [SPLURGE]

Plaid Frayed Scarf [SAVE] / Franco Ferrari Plaid Scarf [SPLURGE]

Grey Fringe Stripe Scarf [SAVE] / Hat Attack Striped Scarf [SPLURGE]

Are you more of a Save or Splurge kind of shopper?

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?

Dark Floral for Fall + Linkup

I am the biggest floral fan you will ever meet; I guess it is a testament to my love for feminine styles. But florals don't always have to be worn in the summer time. If you're not a fan of the bright and girly style that is associated with the pattern, you can choose dark and moody florals instead. The use of a dark color palette to serve as background for the floral print adds a sense of edge and even a Victorian goth feel to it. Hence, do not be afraid to incorporate florals to your outfit this season. 

Below are a few pieces that you can start with. You can add them to your outfit as a focal or accent piece:

Yumi Kim Modern Muse Dress
Boho Navy Floral Print Dress
JOA Black Floral Print Dress

Talulah Floral Print Top
Clayton Floral Crepe Bodysuit
Karen Kane Sheer Floral Overlay Top

Marc Jacobs Mixed Daisy Flower Tote
Kate Spade Floral Print Wallet
Adidas by Stella McCartney Floral Backpack

Vintage Floral Wide Leg Pants
Floral Long Kimono
Casual Floral Flatform Sneakers

As you can see, pairing the bright floral blooms against the dark background adds a sense of whimsy to any outfit. It's no wonder that dark florals are seen everywhere these days. You can find them not just in dresses but also in skirts, blazers, kimonos, bags and even shoes! And yet, the floral print does not lose every bit of its lady-like characteristics, which I love!

Which of these piece/s do you like most?

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Aeropostale Prince & Fox Collection

You might be bummed at the idea that summer is over. You're not alone! When I was still in school, I always dreaded the end of summer - not only did it mean the end of vacation and summer frolic, but I simply couldn't get myself motivated to go back to school. Fortunately, shopping for new supplies will hopefully bring the fun back into the mix! I always like to go on a mini retail therapy to excite me, like when I shop for vacation outfits. It gives you something to look forward to. And I have good news for all of you who are looking forward to stocking up on some back-to-school fashion essentials: Aeropostale has recently launched the Prince & Fox collection, which should make your shopping a lot easier.

The new collection from Aeropostale provides shoppers with a focused selection of all the essential back-to-school fashion pieces to get you psyched for the new school year! From chic staples to classic styles, I bet you couldn't wait to get your hands on these items. You can see the entire collection here. You can also shop the Prince & Fox collection for guys here.

Meanwhile, here are some of the items that I recommend would be great additions to your style this season:

Striped Popover Sweater in Navy
Crop Button Front Cardigan
Graphic Popover Hoodie

Solid Backpack
Quilted Crossbody Camera Bag
Dual Zip Pouch Crossbody Bag
Neutral Low Top Sneaker

Striped Lace-Up Fit & Flare Dress
Printed Half-Zip Fleece Jacket
Mock Neck Fit & Flare Dress

Solid Slim Crew Neck Tee
Striped Baseball Tee
Mock Neck Bodycon Top

The new collection is now out! Don't forget to shop these back-to-school essentials! 

Navy Tribe

As a fan of blue, I've always had a bias for cobalt. But I've recently opened up to the idea of exploring other shades of blue like navy. This particular shade of blue has caught my fancy a few times but I haven't given this color a try until I bought this dress from Shein.  

Dress: Shein (sold out - similar, similar)
Watch: Michael Kors

I've been looking to stock up on long sleeve dresses for the cooler temperature but wanted to opt for something light and easy to wear. This dress nailed both requirements. It is made with light chiffon layers that makes it easy to wear even during the day. At the same time, it has enough layers to stay warm for nighttime wear. The embroidered details around the neckline is also on-point. I've always had issues with reviews made about Shein's products not being true to the photo and this is one of those that was honest in terms of product representation on the website. To be honest, I was a bit scared about buying this since there were no other user reviews by the time of my purchase. Thankfully, it did not disappoint particularly because it is less than $17!

If you are looking for a flowy day dress that would be easy to transition to night, this is it! The navy color also renders it with a sophisticated touch so you will look dressed up even when you wear it with sandals or flats. 

How would you style this dress?

 

Fall Must-Have: Suede

I've been seeing a lot of suede on bloggers lately and I can't help but want to try it out for myself. I know, we don't have winter here but fall trends are my closest shot at wearing cold weather piece. A suede skirt is also on my wishlist for a long time now so imagine my delight when I spotted these must-have suede items at Shopbop. I've collated my faves to make it easier for you to find your faves, too: 

Left to right: Alexa Chung for AG Suede Skirt / Elle Sasson Lyna Suede Skirt / IRO Fellini Suede Skirt / Joie Mylon Suede Skirt

Left to right: Theory Suede Dress / BCBGMAXAZARIA Suede Dress / Rebecca Minkoff Suede Fringe Dress / DSQUARED2 Suede Dress

Left to right: Alexis Flare Suede Pants / FRAME Suede Leggings / J Brand Midrise Suede Pants

What's your thoughts on the suede trend for fall?