Favorite Fit: Perfect Fall Blazers

By LL

It's LL again, blogging from KC as Jess explores Berlin. And, I'm here to discuss my all-time favorite fit - the BLAZER. No matter the season or the occasion, you really cannot go wrong with a blazer. It is classy enough for work, dressy enough for a date night, yet casual enough for a day at the farmers market. Here are a few of my recommendations for the perfect fall blazer.

1. J.Crew Schoolboy Blazer in Tipped Wool $228
2. JC Penny Two-Button Nautical Blazer $35.99
3. H&M Faux Leather Sleeve Jacket $39.99
4. J.Crew Schoolboy Blazer in Wool Flannel $198
5. Madewell Tailored Blazer in Chambray $89.50
6. Modcloth Takes Two to Tangerine $47.99
7. Banana Republic Textured Blazer $150


Running short of ideas how to create the perfect look with a blazer? Here are a few simple suggestions for inspiration.

1. From www.pennypincherfashion.com

2. From andeelayne.blogspot.com

1. From Marc Jacobs at Nordstrom

1. From www.walkinwonderland.com

2. Kate Middleton on stylebistro.com

Throwing a Fit: Capes

By LL 

This is LL in KC, covering the blog for Jess while she is in Berlin. It has been awhile since I’ve blogged (last post was here on classy animal print). My work life has become a lot more hectic. My fitness and fashion isn’t falling by the wayside, but to make sure it doesn’t, my blogging has gone down. Big thanks to Jess for running the show!

So even though I haven’t been able to blog, I’ve still had time to throw a fit about some of the awesome fall fashion for 2013. If you are new to the blog, then you are not that familiar with my passion for autumn (the sophisticated side of fall). Pumpkin Spice Lattes (my guilty pleasure in cooler temps), wool sweaters, boots, suedes, scarves and, capes? Yes, capes!

I am throwing a fit for this transitional piece of outerwear. It can be worn as an outer layer or as the primary statement piece. Take a peek at some of the 2013 cape looks from the Runway: 

{From Stylecaster.com}

Here are some more budget-friendly options for those of us who can only drool over Derek Lam. 

{Lands End on sale for $89.99}

{Cole Haan for $374.99}

{Modcloth for $150}

{H&M for $59.99}

Some people I've spoken to about capes say they feel they are too boxy and unflattering on a wider frame. I think the belted option is a good solution to accentuating the waist and eliminating that boxy feel. In addition, I think that a larger shaped cape should be paired with skinny jeans/pants. It is important to keep in mind proportions when deciding whether to pair a cape with skirts.

Stay tuned and see what type of cape I end up getting for the season. 

Throwing a Fit: Quilted Vests

By: LL
Finally, after weeks of anticipation, I finally had the time to read through the September and October issues of InStyle Magazine. I was reading through the editors' top picks of new items for fall when I came across the quilted vest. They featured a great hunter and camel version that was just a bit out of my price range. But I loved the style - very Ralph Lauren American hunter. And I love a good vest - keeping the core warm on a fall day, but allowing the cute sweater underneath to show through. If you are also interested in adding this outerwear option to your wardrobe, but are over the Old Navy down vest, here are a few options that I am throwing a fit over.

Ralph Lauren - $129.99 here

Filson - $98 here

Barbour - $179 here

Eddie Bauer - $199 here

J.Crew - $89.50 here