Wow, where did October go? I didn’t realize until now that the last time I posted an outfit was almost a month ago!

This past month has been incredibly busy and my very limited free time was spent away from the computer/writing papers/doing research/working/commuting/all the other things I’ve had to do for school. Anyway, this outfit got a lot of wear last year, before I really started the blog. I’m sure you can see why: it’s incredibly comfortable and follows my formula (cute top with cardigan and scarf), and it’s a really nice Fall outfit. Also, I find that I like wearing this mustard cardigan with black & white stripes.

The weather is quickly growing colder so I might not be able to get away with cardigans and scarves much longer. At least, not without a winter coat!

Here’s the fun one: I was actually shooing away a bug, not dancing!

Top: Gap
Cardigan & Scarf: Old Navy
Jeans: Loft
Shoes: Gap
Earrings: Old Navy

I cannot get enough of this cardigan. It’s probably the best purchase I’ve ever made in my life because I wear it All. The. Time. And it looks great with a leopard scarf! Last fall I wore this white tee/mustard cardi/leopard scarf combo with jeans and boots, thanks to Audry at Putting Me Together. But jeans and boots didn’t seem appropriate in the warm weather so I went with a striped skirt and oxfords. Not too shabby, eh?

And here’s the fun-ish one: I’m trying not to blow away in the wind!

After three days of frigid temperatures with snow and ice accumulation, the sun came out and it felt like spring. I was so excited that my bare legs made an appearance. But I added the boots because it was still in the 50s, so let’s not get crazy. I love these boots but they’re not great for everyday casual. Also, this skirt is sequined chevron. Sequined. Chevron. Two awesome trends in one, AND I bought it on sale. Winning all around.  I wore this outfit to dinner. It wasn’t a fancy dinner but I wanted to dress up without going overboard and this is what I came up with. I’ve worn this color combo recently but when you find something that works you should stick with it!

This top is special because it’s mostly white but it has this gold trim around the neckline AND it has navy stripes aroundthe sleeves and bottom. You’ll see more of it later, I promise!

I’m a little ashamed to admit that this is my first trench coat. How is that even possible? It was love at first sight, though, because of the adorable flair at the bottom. There’s something about a trench that feels so classy and grown up so it’s about time that I have one. Spring is going to be so much fun this year!

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Top: Banana Republic | Cardigan: Old Navy | Skirt: Banana Republic | Belt: Old Navy | Boots: Banana Republic | Trench coat: Banana Republic | Necklace: Francesca | Earrings: Target

I wanted a flowy blouse and found this one on sale. It was love at first site in the dressing room! Because I’m so short, I have to be careful wearing flowy tops. I make sure they’re flowy but still the right proportions for my height, which is why I decided to belt this blouse/cardigan combo. I wore this to class last week and my friend told me I looked like a teacher. So, to all you teachers out there, you’re looking good!

This beautiful mint necklace makes me long for spring. And ice cream. I’ve said before that I don’t really like pairing bright or primary colors, and I think this is a good example of how I’d rather wear muted colors. Some folks are comfortable wearing yellow and green together, but I’d rather wear mustard and mint. Also, green and yellow were my high school’s colors so I steer clear.

And here’s the fun one:

BONUS: Nick’s wearing hot, red pants! Look how handsome my husband is with that sexy smile.