Yearly Archives: 2023

Shoe capsule wardrobe fall 2023

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shoe capsule wardrobe fall 2023

Shoe capsule wardrobe from top: loafer mules / lug sole boots (water resistant) / Mary Janes / rose and white sneakers / black boots /

My fall shoe capsule wardrobe is assembled! This fall, classic shoe styles such as loafers, loafer mules, street sneakers, and lug sole boots are hot on the streets. Of course, the western style boot trend, which is also timeless, is considered an ongoing trend in footwear.

The Mary Jane is a classic shoe style which ebbs and flows when it comes to fashion. It is good to invest in a pair which you can wear while the trend is hot, and then store for a time when the trend returns; and it always returns. I have a pair of Prada Mary Janes in my closet with a 3″ heel so I decided to invest in a shorter pair this season to give myself options. It is nice to have a high pair, and a low pair. I love this low pair which offers two straps and fancy buttons. Plus, they are under $200. Love that!

These lug sole boots are a fabulous stand-by which never goes out of style. The lug sole is perfect in both rain and snow. I also love how the lug sole grips in icy conditions. Of course, street sneakers are still hot! I love this rose and white pair since rose is an autumn hue from the pink family; and we all love pink right now!

I also love a classic pair of western style boots. My pair from last year is still on rotation, but a black pair is a must-have. These are comfortable and timeless. They go with all of my casual looks. Love that!

Loafers are as timeless as sliced bread; therefore, loafer mules are also as timeless as sliced bread. I love my loafer mules on warm fall days. With a little TLC, this pair lasts year after year! When you invest in a good pair of shoes, remember to polish them to keep them looking fresh.

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Which shoe styles are you loving for the fall 2023 season?

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XOXO
Cathy

mary janes fall 2023

BAF Weekly IT List

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fall street style trends

BAF Weekly IT List from top left: Pendleton sweater / Chanel fall nail polish / Dior fall nail polish / black shoulder bag / large hoop earrings (under $100) / mini tote bag (eco chic!) / black boots / golden earrings / silver bracelet / Mary Janes (under $200) / denim pencil skirt /

Fall is in the air! Well, theoretically at least. It is still a furnace outside with no relief in sight, but a girl can dream about fall, right? Yes, as I dream about fall, I am crushing on the current trends for the autumn season which can also withstand the test of time.

This Pendleton sweater, and this soft, denim skirt are both fabulous pieces for the fall season. I am also loving classic black boots and Mary Janes. The anonymous handbag is also red hot on the streets as well as classic jewelry.

Nail polish for fall is playing with traditional autumn hues in shades of brown, orange and red. This makes the nail polish trends for fall easy to wear daily, as well as to the office. Love that!

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What are you loving for fall right now?

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XOXO
Cathy

Chanel nail polish fall 2023 review

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chanel nail polish fall 2023 review

Chanel nail polish fall 2023 from left: Chanel Bois Des Iles nail polish / Chanel Ete Indien nail polish /

Are you experiencing a bit of deja vu? Yeah, me too! The Chanel nail polish collection for fall 2023 is eerily similar to the spring collection, just a few shades darker. The bright and cheery Chanel Ete Indien nail polish hue for fall 2023 is nearly identical to Chanel’s Watermelon shade from spring 2023. If you already invested in Watermelon, you can cheat and wear it again for fall! Then we have Chanel Bois Des Iles nail polish. This is a true fall hue. This deep, dark red nail polish is much darker than spring’s Rouge Cuir, so it is the perfect fall nail polish to snap up now. Love!

These shades of nail polish from the red and orange family are right in line with the fall 2023 beauty trends which are edgier versions of classic autumn hues. Chanel Bois Des Iles feels right for the fall season, and I am wearing it as I type this!

The fall color palette is giving us shades of brown, red, blue green and pink with occasional pops of yellow. Both Chanel Etet Indien nail polish and Chanel Bois Des Iles nail polish will play well with these autumn hues which are hitting store shelves as we speak. While I love both colors, Bois Des Iles by Chanel is my favorite. Love!

I tested out both colors from the fall 2023 Chanel nail polish collection with one base coat and two coats of colors. I did not photograph these nail polishes with a top coat. Chanel Bois Des Iles is a cream polish which glides on easily in two coats. Chanel Ete Indien has a gel-like consistency which is quite sheer when applying, but the second coat glides on smoothly and gives the polish an opaque finish; so don’t try to wear it with one coat! You must use two coats for this one.

So, without further ado, here are the two nail polish colors from the Chanel nail polish fall 2023 collection.

Chanel nail polish fall 2023 | Chanel Ete Indien

chanel ete indien nail polish fall 2023

Chanel nail polish fall 2023 | Chanel Bois Des Iles

Chanel bois de iles nail polish fall 2023

As I mentioned above, I am in love with Chanel Bois Des Iles nail polish for the fall 2023 season. I am already wearing it! This is a fabulous color which can be worn in the office, as well as anywhere else. It is a great workhorse for the autumn season. Love that!

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Which one of the two nail polish colors is your favorite for the fall 2023 season?

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XOXO
Cathy