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Casual fall faux wrap top and flares

casual fall outfit

wearing: bold blue and gold earrings (super lightweight!) / lipstick / blue animal print sunglasses (under $30) / black faux wrap top / green and silver ring / rose gold nail polish / black leather and rose gold watch / flare jeans (under $90!) / clear and black tote (see my review here) / distressed black western style boots /

As much fun as animal prints, stripes, and asymmetrical lines are for the fall season, there are some days when we just want to blend into the crowd-without wearing a basic v-neck tee and jeans. On those days, this comfortable knit top is my jam!

These jeans are soft, and so is this top, that makes this outfit my comfortable go-to look when I to wear something casual yet put together. I feel like this top has a dressy-casual look even thought the fabric is very casual and comfy. Love that! It would also look really cute with a skirt and high heels.

Shop my casual fall look:

What types of clothing do you like for casual days when you want to look a little more than casual?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

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Personalized jewelry made in the USA by Messages in Metal

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pictured: personalized necklace c/o Messages in Metal /

There is nothing more fabulous than personalized jewelry. It is incredible to have a special piece of jewelry which bears something personal; whether it be initials, a name, a date, an event, or something near and dear to your heart. When I heard about Messages in Metal based in Montana, I was thrilled! Here is a company that makes personalized jewelry made in the USA. Love!

Messages in Metal creates a wide variety of jewelry which you can personalize for yourself, or as a gift. They have so many different options to choose from! It’s like being a kid in a candy store! I love the name necklaces, the vintage designs, and the family collection.

I chose to have a necklace created with the names of my three kids. Alongside their name, is their birthstone. It’s an incredibly special necklace I know I will cherish for years to come. I’m also a sucker for bold pieces, so the Tranquility necklace was right up my alley. I love how it’s a bold piece which is eye catching, yet also has a special place in my heart since it reflects the names of my children.

One of the fabulous things I love about Messages in Metal is that they are speedy! I received the necklace roughly a week after ordering it. This is because they are made right here in the USA; more specifically, they are made in Montana! You don’t have to worry about waiting weeks for your jewelry from some factory oversees. It is made right here in the states! Love that!

I love the high quality jewelry Messages in Metal creates. Plus, the prices are really good! You will find most of their jewelry is priced under $100. Love!

To see the entire collection, please visit MessagesInMetal.com.

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

*sponsored by Messages in Metal, all thoughts and opinions are my own

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Fall date night outfit

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wearing: pink resin and green “gemstone” earrings c/o Sugarfix by BaubleBar / lipstick / blue animal print sunglasses (under $30) / black ruched tee / animal print asymmetrical hemline skirt (under $30) / black handbag / green and silver ring / fall nail polish / patent leather pumps (old, similar here) /

How fun is this skirt! As you know, animal prints are huge this fall; groundbreaking right? So it’s no wonder why I have stocked my closet with some fun animal print pieces! This is another outfit I originally purchased at the end of August to wear in New York for fashion week. I originally planned to wear it with either my white booties or my western style booties, but here at home, that didn’t really look quite right.

This skirt evolved in my mind over the past month into something a bit dressier than a piece to pair with boots. I love how the fabric is silky, it gives the skirt evening appeal. So when I needed an evening dinner outfit, this skirt fit the bill! I love how it looks with my classic, patent leather pumps. It has a classic fall look.

My ruched tee is turning into a go-to top this season. I find myself pairing it with everything from skirts to simple jeans. It really is a key item in my fall 2018 wardrobe. It’s great to have a machine washable, go-to black top. Is a “little black top” a thing? Like a dress? Let’s make it happen-I know it will take off better than fetch! Ha!

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