Apolaustic Soul : 2013

October 25, 2013

Beautiful Fall Days

As much as I love fall, I am having a little trouble giving up my summer clothing; shorts and dresses especially. I usually wear summer clothes right up until the first snow fall. I basically swap out my sandals for boots, add some chunky sweaters, warm scarves and fun tights to my closet which helps me transition into the colder weather without giving up my favorite summer pieces before I'm ready.

Below is one of the easiest ways to hold on to summer without looking "summery". Simply add a cute pair of booties and a warm cardigan to your favorite shorts and tank!

Outfit Details:

Sweater- BB Dakota

Shorts - H&M

Bag- Le Chateau

Shoes- American Eagle

October 13, 2013

Autumnal Aztec

Outfit Details:

Top- H&M

Pants- Miss Selfridge

Shoes- Le Chateau (old) similar here w/a wedge

Bag- Target

October 11, 2013

Mad for Plaid

Classic Flannel

Two ways to style your classic flannel top! Wear it unbuttoned or half buttoned or try tying it around your waist for a casual "thrown together" look!

Outfit Details:

Classic Flannel- H&M / White tee- Les Pommettes / Black leggings- DKNY / Flats- Asos / Bag- Fossil / Hat- Black.co.uk / Grey tee- Ksubi / Jean Skinnies- Pull & Bear / Wedges- Dsquared2

Plaid Trouser

I really like plaid trousers as they can be paired down (left) for a more casual look or paired with dressier pieces which makes them perfect for work, meetings, etc...

Outfit Details:

Leather Jacket: Muubaa / Knit: Madewell / Clutch: Clare Vivier / Boots: Pieces / Trousers: H&M / Blazer: Dorothy Perkins / Camisole: Dorothy Perkins / Bag: H&M / Heels: Zara

Plaid Accessories

Not sure if you can pull off plaid pants or a plaid shirt? If you want to try it out for fall/winter but not 100 percent on it, then buy a smaller piece to add to your wardrobe, like a bag, scarf or some shoes!

Outfit Details:

White tee: Rag & Bone / Sweater (middle): Rebecca Taylor / Denim shirt: Acne / Sweater (right): Madewell / Black skinnies: Mango / Jeans: J Brand / Pencil skirt: DKNY / Scarf: Aeropostale / Bag: Marc Jacobs / Plaid heels: Mango / Black boots: Rock & Candy / Tan Booties: TopShop

Gold chain: The Iconic

October 09, 2013

In Blue Denim I Meet You

Jacket: Gap

Pants: (old) similar Here

Shoes: Aldo

Necklace: Vintage Made By Ducky

October 07, 2013

Color me Cobalt

Sorry about my crappy camera skills, framing, lighting etc...I do plan to get a better camera soon!

I am in love with this blazer, it is so versatile! I really enjoy suede and the blue is one of my favorite colors. I also love the little zippers on the sleeves, they add something extra which makes it that much better. These patterned pants are not as versatile and I often struggle finding something to pair them with, so I usually go with a solid black or white top with some funky jewelry. I often wear these pants to work, and I work in a professional office. They are a busy pattern but they are still a dress pant, and when styled in the right context they can definitely be appropriate for a work setting. (For work I pair them with a black blazer and a simple colored camisole).

Outfit Details:

Blazer- Vero Moda

Pants- Le Chateau

Shoes- Aldo

Watch- Michael Kors

October 04, 2013

Pumpkin, Apple & Bacon Soup

I'm a huge fan of soup, especially during this time of year. It is even better when I get to incorporate pumpkin (which I love) and bacon! Cause, well bacon. I found this recipe in the October issue of Food Network Magazine which I adapted slightly. It is smooth and flavorful with the perfect mix of salty and sweet. Even my husband gobbled it up and he is not at all a pumpkin person! Any who, give it a try, you will not be disappointed!