Fall Basics || Plaid Shirt





plaid shirt | skinny jeans | booties | marc jacobs bag | monogram necklace | kate spade watch (similar)

Had your fill of awkward wanna be fashion blogger poses yet?
And please don't mind our lovely stained concrete patio...

Anyhoo... I've started to compile and organize a fall capsule wardrobe (more on this concept later) and I'm feeling much more prepared for the season than I was a few weeks ago. I've taken advantage of some sales recently and have been able to keep a lot of my outfits budget friendly, while still feeling stylish and up to date.

I wanted to start sharing my favorite fall pieces in a "fall basics" series on the blog. Over the next couple months I will share photos of outfits that include all my current fall fashion staples. First up, the classic plaid shirt.

Nothing screams 'fall' more than a flannel plaid shirt, am I right? This shirt is so cozy and warm! FYI, I took these photos in 90 degree heat and was sweating immediately after... Oh, the sacrifices we make for the blog!

Also, these booties are most likely going to be a staple this season! They are the perfect neutral shade to go with any outfit and they are so comfortable! I am a huge fan of comfort meets style these days!

Here are some other options for the pieces of this fall ensemble (click on the image to link to the source):

Plaid shirts (all less than $50!)



Dark wash skinny jeans



Booties



I hope you enjoy these types of posts! I gotta give props to those fashion bloggers out there! These outfit posts are definitely challenging, but are also so much fun!

What are some of your fashion fall basics?

Greek Hummus Dip





This dip is one of my new favorites. If you are a fan of hummus and feta cheese, then you will love this dip!

My friend made this for a girls' night recently and ever since it's all I can think about. After she gave me the easy recipe, I decided to duplicate it for myself. It's the perfect dish to bring to a girls' night, game day or any type of gathering, really!

Ingredients:

+ 8 oz hummus spread
+ 8 oz tzatziki sauce
+ 1/2 cucumber, chopped
+ one large tomato, chopped
+ crumbled feta cheese

Directions:

Layer ingredients in order above in a 9x9 serving dish. Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 hour. Serve with your favorite corn chips. 

Enjoy!

Labor Day Phone Dump

You guys.... We had to reschedule our family photos AGAIN!! Ughhh! It was so nice all day on Friday, then a half an hour before our scheduled shoot the thunderstorm clouds rolled in and it was stormy for the rest of the night. I was so bummed! I'm really hoping we can get some nice family photos before Camden turns 1!! Oh well...

On a brighter note, Happy Labor Day! We are celebrating by spending the day at home and starting a new DIY project... Refinishing our bedroom dresser! Wish us (I mean, Bill) luck! I'm sure I will post before and after pics when it is complete...

For now, here are some recent photos of what I've been up to...


There were a few cooler mornings recently that got me excited for fall... Of course, by afternoon I was back in my shorts and t shirt!

I got a new Rocksbox shipment recently that was soooo good! I ended up keeping the Kendra Scott earrings and I am in love!


Half marathon training in full effect! I completed 8 miles on Friday... It was rough!!

I indulged in brunch at Sunny Street Cafe with a group of girlfriends on Saturday and it was just what the doctor ordered! Can't get enough girl time, coffee and eggs benedict!!

Camden, Bill and I attended a 1st birthday party for my friend's son. Camden just loves watching other kids run around and do big kid things. He is counting down the days for his first birthday party (mommy is stressed thinking about it)!

I'm linking up with Biana.

Hope you all had a lovely holiday weekend!