3 FALL TUNIC STYLES UNDER $50

SHIRT AND SWEET TUNIC   //  BUSY WEEK TUNIC   //   SAFARI TUNIC

When I was searching for inspiration of this week's Wednesday Wishlist, I thought about a lot of things. The upcoming season shift, color palettes, latest trends - and ultimately I went with "What am I in the mood to wear?"A loose fitting, delicate tunic over cuffed black or white jeggings would be perfect for Fall Fashion. Complimented by the simple jewelry which is making it's way back on the scene: studded earrings, long tassel necklaces, and solid color handbags. I have my eye on a camel colored satchel for Fall - maybe that will be the inspiration for next week's wishlist!

WHAT TO WEAR TO A WEDDING: Part One (Semi-Formal)

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Wedding season is among us, and I know we all struggle with the most important question: What to wear!? Weddings are spectacular events where you get to witness the beauty of love and reconnect with friends and family. The options above would be perfect for a cocktail wedding, outdoor wedding, afternoon wedding, or even an elegant evening wedding. Naturally, you need to match the dress code for the event which the bride & groom have suggested. These dresses match a semi-formal dress code. In parts 2 & 3 of this series, we will cover Formal (Black Tie Optional) and Black Tie wedding attire. 

Semi-Formal Wedding Attire Dress Code:

-A mid to knee length dress

-Form fitting is fine, although stray from "Body Conscious" (this is a wedding not a club)

-Use delicate fabrics such as chiffon, silk, satin, or organza

-If you choose a sleeveless dress, keep the shoulder width relatively thick

-Keep jewelry at a tasteful minimum. If you opt for a statement necklace, compliment it with diamond or pearl studs. Similarly with large earrings, opt for a delicate necklace or go bare

Ways to play it up:

At a semi-formal event, you don't want to be too loud, but there are definitely ways to stand out. My favorite are the big 3: Hair, Shoes, & Makeup. A formal updo may seem unfitting, but a messy updo will highlight those big earrings and make you fit right in. If you love your Choos, then opt for a colorful peep toe pump to add a pop of color. Lastly, a bold red (nighttime) or red-orange (daytime) lipstick with a subtle color dress will show up great in pictures and have you loving the way you look.

I hope this was helpful! Tune in next Friday for Part Two! We will be covering the "Formal" Wedding Attire Dress Code. 

WEDNESDAY WISHLIST: Printed Tops Under $50

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I am a strong believer that you need a few staples in your wardrobe and a good printed blouse is one of them. The easiest version of this is a basic plaid top, like number 1 & 3, for those cable knit sweaters and (faux) fur vests. However, pairing a soft print like number 2 under a black blazer (tucked in) and bold jewelry can take your outfit from boring to bracing in an instant!

If you are a cardigan enthusiast, try a daring print like number 4 or 5 to wear under the cardi of your choice. I would wear a soft grey with number 4 and a mustard yellow with number 5. Add jeans and riding boots to any of these ensembles for an easy chic fall look!

Here are a few examples of what you can do with a great printed blouse:

Would you wear any of these looks? What's your favorite fall blouse?

TRANSITIONAL WARDROBE: Winter to Spring

Dress: H&M - Similar Here - $48

Scarf: Entourage - Similar Here - $49

Belt: H&M - Similar Here - $32

Shoes: Go Jane - Similar Here - $48

You might remember this dress from a post a while back (here) which happened to be one of my favorite looks. Transitional wardrobes are pretty tough to tackle especially when the weather is constantly changing like here in Atlanta. Good thing I keep a stash of about 20 scarfs to help keep warm. The floral shoes bring a springtime finish to the look, and of course everything compliments cashmere. 

How do you transition from season to season?

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