fall 2018


Summer into fall wrap top and jeans

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wearing: rose gold hoop earrings / lipstick / fall 2018 green floral wrap top / fall 2018 nail polish / fall 2018 tulip hem jeans / Gucci bag / fall 2018 split shaft booties /

OK, can I just tell you how much I love love love this wrap top! It’s so comfortable, and I adore the volume sleeves and dramatic side tie. Sleeves with volume were all over the fall 2018 runways in New York, and this top embodies the trend perfectly; at a fraction of the price of a top from a runway designer. Love that!

Wrap tops and dresses are inherently flattering. This top goes beyond the basic wrap top by featuring a dramatic tie on the side. I love the exaggerated ties which enable me to make a sizable side bow.

Of course, I need to give these jeans a shout out! I have been wearing them non-stop, despite the warm summer weather. I love the tulip hem, and the seams are slimming. The denim fabric is extremely soft too. I could live in them! If you’re tall, they act like a cropped jean, if you are short like me, they hit at the ankle and look like a slim boot cut. Love that! (I am 5’4″ for reference)

I know I have droned on about these boots already, but seriously, they are sooooo comfy! The stacked heel hits in the right place for ample arch support, and the split shaft allows air to flow. This makes them great for early fall when it’s still warm outside, but we all want to rock those fall trends.

This is definitely an outfit I love for the fall season; and foggy summer days. It’s an effortless look which looks like it took some effort! It can be amped up with pumps for an evening look, or paired with flats for a very casual look. Love the versatility!

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XOXO

Cathy

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Cozy cardigan sweater for fall 2018

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wearing: bold hoop earrings / lipstickcozy cardigan sweater / black tee / black handbag / Chanel fall nail polish / high waist classic jeans / split shaft ivory booties /

OK, it’s crazy hot outside; so no, I did not wear this past my driveway. I did, however, wear the outfit without the sweater for the day. I photographed the outfit with the sweater so you could see my favorite new fall sweater in action!

This cozy sweater is part of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, and it is on major sale for a limited time. The price is crazy good! It’s super cozy, and will be a fabulous go-to when temperatures cool down later this year. I can’t wait to reach for it every morning when the fog is blanketing the Bay!

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale opens up to the public today, so you too can snag this sweater for the fall and winter seasons! The price is right, and it’s so soft and cozy-you won’t regret it!

I’m also loving these booties. They are super comfortable, and can be worn now, as well as throughout the fall season. They are a great way to incorporate a little bit of the autumn  season into your wardrobe now.

Lastly, I need to give these jeans a shout-out. They are a classic denim style which I love; plus, they are on sale for a crazy good price! The high waist is modern, yet the fit is classic. I love that they are cropped; since I am 5’4″ the hemline hits me right at the ankle and I don’t have to worry about hemming them. They look cute with the hem down, but I also like how they look slightly rolled up; especially with flat shoes. If you are looking for basic jeans for the fall season, at a great price, this is your pair!

So where are you fall? I need some cooler temperatures because I want to start rocking my new fall pieces from the sale!!

Have you shopping the sale yet for fall? If so, what are your favorite deals from the sale?

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Check out my favorites from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. Also be sure to check out my dressing room diaries from the sale!

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XOXO

Cathy

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Chanel nail polish fall 2018 review

chanel nail polish fall 2018 review

Chanel nail polish fall 2018 from left: Chanel Profondeur velvet nail polish / Chanel Ultime velvet nail polish / Le Mat de Chanel fall 2018 collection /

The fabulous new nail polish collection for the fall 2018 season from Chanel has arrived! “Le Mat de Chanel” is an autumn beauty collection filled with shades of deep dark burgundy and classic red; all matte. There is nothing shiny, sparkly, or glittery about Chanel’s fall 2018 make-up collection. It is dark, autumnal, serious, and very matte.

Instead of three or four nail polish hues for the fall season, as Chanel normally puts out for a big season, there are two colors. Chanel Profondeur is a deep, burgundy hue which is vampy and quite fall-like. Chanel Ultime is a traditional classic red hue with a twist. The matte finish makes it an understated and very serious red. I love these two colors!

For the fall 2018 season, we are seeing a more traditional autumn color palette. Colors are darker, more understated, and offer a 1970s vintage vibe. The two new nail polish colors from the Chanel “Le Mat de Chanel” fall 2018 beauty collection fit right into what we will be seeing on store shelves for the upcoming cool weather season. This makes both colors easy to wear as we transition from summer into fall; especially Chanel Ultime nail polish since it is a classic red hue with a matte finish. This is a color that can easily be worn now, and as we move into the fall season.

Chanel nail polish fall 2018: Chanel Ultime

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Chanel Ultime velvet nail polish for fall 2018 is a medium red hue which appear to be a classic scarlet color when first applied. As the nail polish dries, the matte finish appears which gives nails a softer yet vibrant red hue. I normally shy away from red nail polishes, but Chanel Ultime’s matte finish makes this an easy red nail polish to wear. I don’t feel like my nails are flashy with Ultime, the matte finish gives them a surprisingly understated look. Love that!

In order to test out Chanel Ultime nail polish, I used one base coat and two coats of color. The nail polish went on smoothly, and evenly, in two coats. It did not streak or leave bubbles. This was an easy application! As with other Chanel nail polish hues, Ultime by Chanel is chip resistant and long lasting.

I mentioned earlier that this color will be great to wear as we move from summer into fall. Well, I meant it! Since Chanel Ultime is a classic red hue, it can be worn with our current wardrobes as well as into the fall season. In fact, it is such a timeless hue that Ultime by Chanel could easily be worn during all four seasons. Love!

Chanel nail polish fall 2018: Chanel Profondeur

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I wanted Chanel Profondeur to be my favorite of the two autumn hues, but it leaves streaks when applied. In the photo above, you can see it with one base coat and two coats of color. In order to get a solid application, Chanel Profondeur needs three coats. Aside from the extra step in application, this is a really nail polish hues. The matte finish offers a little edgy vibe to the otherwise classic fall color.

Chanel Ultime and Chanel Profondeur are both fabulous nail polish colors which will easily carry us through the fall season. The matte finish gives both of them a fresh and unique look for the autumn season; plus there is something understated yet edgy about matte. Such a contradiction-but so true!

Which of the two fall colors are your favorite? The Chanel fall 2018 nail polish collection is joined by an eye shadow quad featuring shades of brown, and matte lip crayons. You can find the Chanel fall 2018 “Le Mat de Chanel” beauty collection online here.

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XOXO

Cathy