9 pieces | 9 outfits… fall 2015!

It's HERE!  The 9 pieces/9 outfits post for Fall 2015!  This time I changed things up a little bit… if these 9 pieces look familiar to you, it's because I snagged them from the 'fall wardrobe essentials' post from a few weeks back!  You gals LOVED those pieces so much I thought I would bring that post full circle with tips and tricks on how to style some of those pieces.  So I chose my 9 favorite pieces from that post and worked them into outfits here.  How awesome is that?!

If you are new around here the 9 pieces/9 outfits posts take 9 seasonal wardrobe staples and mixes them into 9 outfits.  It's the ultimate mix and match game where everyone wins!  It's a great way to take a fresh look at the items you already own, or that extra nudge you may need to a purchase some new pieces for your fall wardrobe now that you know how versatile they can be for you! As always… the outfit options here are endless - so try and come up with your own combos of these 9 pieces too!  It can be quite addicting once you catch on…   If you love this post… there is an entire series AND an ebook with tons more inspiration.

This fall I chose some simple and classic pieces that are easy to layer and mix and match.  These are pieces that I will be wearing tons of this season, and hopefully you will too!

The 9 pieces: 

blazer, army green pants, black jeans, boyfriend jeans, chambray dress, striped top, plaid top, blue oxford, red vest

The shoes:

leopard flats, burgundy flats, brown ankle boots, black flats, black riding boots

The accessories:

grey tote, leopard clutch, white scarf

fall must have: BLANKET SCARF!

When the temps begin to drop there is nothing cozier than a big, fluffy blanket scarf.  Named for their near blanket size, this style of scarf is known as the ultimate fall and winter layering piece.  It not only makes a statement but keeps you warm and stylish while doing it!

I bought one of these last year - and I am hoping to add another style this year - and it was an instant favorite in my wardrobe.  Here is some awesome inspiration on how to style your blanket scarf this fall and winter and then I linked to some awesome options to add to your wardrobe!  Bonus, all these scarves are well under $50!  So the price is right…

one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight

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my everyday style: early fall style with Naturalizer!

When the weather starts to cool down I love to grab a few favorite summer pieces from my closet (like this t-shirt and white jeans) and pair them with some of my fall staples (like a denim jacket and these 'Maureen' ankle booties from Naturalizer) for a fun summer-into-fall look!

I'm partnering with Naturalizer for the next few months to feature the versatility of these ankle boots… so stay tuned for some awesome outfit inspiration through the coming seasons.  In the meantime, let's talk about how comfortable these babies are!  Oh my!  My feet felt like they were walking on air!  Plus, I've never had a pair of grey ankle booties before and they are quite fun to style up… I love that this pair has a combo of both leather and suede.  It's a modern and classic ankle boot that will get plenty of wear over the coming months. Check them out for yourself… I think you will like them!

(photos by Jennifer Ketchum)

Outfit Details:

Denim Jacket, American Eagle (old but similar or similar)

Grey Top, Gap (similar)

Jeans, Gap (similar or similar)

'Maureen' Ankle Boots, Naturalizer - ℅

Necklace, J.Crew (similar)

Earrings (similar or similar)

Sunglasses, Ray Ban (similar less expensive)

Bag, J.Crew (similar or similar)

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Instagram style… summer into fall!

Are you following me on Instagram yet!?!? If not… you should be!

I love Insta… so much inspiration and behind the scenes goodness in one place… I'm over there on the regular sharing everyday outfits and little snippets of life.  Here are some of recent summer into fall looks…

above: jeans/similar, top/similar, shoes/similar, jacket/similar

above: top/similar, sandals, jeans

above: sweater, flats, jeans

above: shoes/similar, jeans/similar, jacket

above: top/similar, jeans, flats, book

above: jacket, flannel, jeans

above: jeans, scarf/similar, flats, top

Don't forget to join me over there… if you haven't already! 

my everyday style: greys!

Grey is what I wear when I don't know what to wear. It's the default for when you just need something to wear and you can't or won't be able to put a lot of thought into it. But it never fails that I end up being happy with the look.  You just can't go wrong with grey, friends. Here I paired two grey hues together for a monochromatic grey look that I loved.  It was easy and comfortable and the light weight layers worked great together.  Especially since the weather here thinks it's fall one minute and summer the next.  

(photos by Jennifer Ketchum)

Outfit Details:

Grey Cardigan, Gap (or I love this longer one, or this one for cooler days!)

Grey Tank, Old Navy (similar or similar)

Destroyed Denim, Gap (old, but similar or similar)

Shoes, Dolce Vita (similar or similar or similar less expensive)

Necklace, J.Crew (similar or similar)

Bag, Deux Lux (similar or similar)

Sunglasses, RayBan (similar less expensive)

Or shop the look below (keep in mind some thumbnails below will show other color options… click through to see colors featured here!)

bring in the burgundy...

Fall gives new life to styles and colors that have been dormant in my closet over the summer.  Burgundy is a fall color that I love and each fall it seems new and fresh to me.  Jewel tones like burgundy are a great way to bring your wardrobe into fall… you can pair them with the shorts, dresses and even white jeans that you have been sporting all summer for a great summer-into-fall look.  Then once the weather cools burgundy pairs well with jeans, greys, blacks and plaids.

These are a few of my top burgundy picks for fall… I especially love this purse, hat (and I'm not even a hat person!) and these gorgeous boots.  What burgundy pieces do you have your eye on this season?

shop the pieces: hat, scoop neck dress, d'Orsay flats, mini tote, nail polish, leather moto jacket, striped sweatshirt, infinity scarf, cardigan, pull on drapey pant, hunter boots, cross body bag, earrings

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best boots for fall 2015!

Boots have got to be one of the most exciting purchases of the fall season… there is nothing quite like a fresh pair of boots in the fall!  I honestly thought I could get away with not purchasing a new pair this year… but now that all the new styles are out, my will power is nonexistent.  I want new boots. And I want them now. (And preferably more than one pair!)  Who's with me?!?!

The boots I featured here are leather AND practically priced.  I don't like spending TOO much on boots - let's be honest, they are a little bit of an investment piece - but I find that spending just the right amount on boots can get you the best of both worlds - beautiful boots that are high quality enough to last a few seasons.  Most of the boots that I featured here are less than $100 - which I think is a perfect price point for a great pair of boots!  Especially if they are leather or suede!

What boots do you have your eye on for this fall!?! I'd love to hear, so let me know in the comments!  Happy shopping and have a super fab weekend friends!

1. cognac zip-back riding boots 2. black knee high boot (elastic back) 3. suede ankle wrap wedge knee highs 4. dark grey suede knee high boot  5. olive suede bootie 6. black stacked heel bootie 7. cognac western bootie 8. burgundy short ankle bootie 9. brown ankle wrap bootie 10. grey tassel bootie 11. black suede/leather ankle strap bootie 12. suede wedge bootie

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