Fashion Friday: Things I Should've Been Wearing to Properly Woo the Future Father of my Children

Oh, my loyal readers! I'm so sorry to have left you waiting so late on Fashion Friday! Not that you guys don't have like a billion better things to do with your Friday than anxiously (or begrudgingly) await my FF post. But still, I'm sorry.

I've been completely spastic all week, ever since my nerves were shot to hell. Oh......... poor word choice. Is it too soon? Yes, it is. But I went there. And now I regret it. I'm doing a lot better in dealing with the shooting, actually. I've come to terms with it, and I'm only slightly afraid of that area of campus. So definitely positive improvement. I hope everyone else is healing.

By the way, the title of this post refers to the gorgeous man I saw yesterday. I may or may not have already planned our lives together. Anyway, I want to make up for this lack-luster week of posting with some ACTUAL fall trends. Not ones I invent because I want them to be trendy. So, without further ado:

Actually Trendy Things!!!

1) Studded Detail

I am a huge fan of this trend, as long as it is done correctly.

I own these pumps from Target. So, naturally, they are a spot-on representation of flawless, on-trend style. (P.S. I got mine on sale for $15.)

Okay, technically they're buttons and not studs on the Twelfth Night Dress, but I adore it and it's a Shakespearean allusion. So deal with it.

I adore this studded cuff. There are many like them everywhere, I just stumbled upon this one.

This cuff is another great one. It's not exactly studded, but it's still fem meets rock and roll, ergo I approve.

These flats are ridiculously cute. They remind me of "Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes" by Paul Simon. Except these are studs. On the tops.

These studded heels remind me a little bit of Christmas and a little bit of Rock and Roll. And I don't know how.

2) Glittery Things

This trend is hard to put into words, but believe me, you'll know it when you see it.

I adore this Sparkly Dress and I think it could be dressed up or down. So cute. 

These silver pumps somehow seem like a holiday necessity I never knew I needed before now. 

This top is kind of studded, kind of metallic... so I'll just lump it here. Because I exercise great care with Fashion Friday.

If I could have one birthday dress... Well, this probably wouldn't be it, because I'm picky. But I do adore the peek-a-boo sequin effect on this sassy little number.

I'm sure you've seen a zillion of these Headbands at Target and the like, but they are absolutely gorgeous and deliciously on-trend right now.

Can you say "New Year's Eve?" This Global DJ Gold Sequin Dress is the basis on which I would layer fabulous glittery dreams. I'm thinking a velvet black mini over top? Or maybe a loose, short sleeved black off-the-shoulder sweater? Sigh. I'm not even sure what I would do with that many sequins. A girl can only dream.

3) Speaking of Velvet...

Another trend that can either be delightful or horribly, horribly wrong.

I was picturing this mini layered over the sequin dress. Wouldn't it be cute with the sequined top and then the form-fitting sequins sticking out of the bottom, too? I certainly think so. If I was cleverer, I'd photoshop them together to show you what I mean. But... eh...

I don't know about you, but this sweatshirt looks like the most comfortable thing ever. I'll take one in every color known to man, please.

This velvet dress would be perfect for a holiday party or picking up investment bankers at a swank bar. 

This jacket would be SO cute layered over any ole top with a scarf, some skinny jeans and riding boots. Fall perfection. 

I want this amazing, luxurious, beautiful Winter Kate Ophelia Tunic Dress more than almost anything in my life. It's everything I want my fall wardrobe to be... except for that pesky price tag. I would die for this tunic. The name alone is perfection. Winter =  my favorite season. Kate = my favorite actress (Winslet). Ophelia = Character from my favorite Shakespeare (Hamlet) who was ironically played by Kate Winslet in Kenneth Branagh's filmic adaptation of the play. I mean, seriously, could my life get any more circular and perfect? Clearly, I MUST have this in my wardrobe. Sadly... I think it should only cost about $20. Such is my life.


A) These aren't really a trend, but I've been lusting after them all week, so I thought I'd include them.

Necklace One is stunning and beautiful and I don't know what else to say. The two pictures are the same necklace. I just couldn't get them to line up 100% perfectly.

Necklace Two is intricate and beautiful and I lust after it. I have a thing with pocket watches. And necklaces that like to pretend they're pocket watches.

And that's all for me! Y'all have a great rest of your weekend, and if you're craving some sweet purse action, head on over to Big Mama's Fashion Friday where you will weep over her superior wit and taste in handbags.

Fashion Friday: Maybe They're Trendy, and Maybe I Just Want Them

Hola and welcome to another Fashion Friday! Are you guys so proud of me that I've kept up my blog schedule for a full week? That's totally fine if you're not, because I'm proud enough for all of us. I really enjoy blogging, so I'm glad I'm finally making the commitment. I end up writing so much every day between the blog, my prayer journal, any writing assignments or papers I have plus writing for fun... Why did I ever resist my future as a writer? Silly Kaitlin, stable employment is for business majors!

Once again, I digress. Let's get to the fashion, shall we? This post is all about the trends I'm digging for fall. I've gathered the trends through various online snooping as well as reading some fashion magazines, but, be warned, it's a whole lot of "I want these things, ergo they are trendy." So take everything I say with a fashionable grain of salt.

Trend #1: Lace Detailing

Now, we all know that lace can be a little grandmother-y, but when done tastefully and sparingly, lace makes my heart sing and 21 years of girlishness come squee-ing to the forefront of my personality.

Ironically, this is Not Your Grandma's Sweater. I swear, I didn't plan my jokes to match. Anyway, I'm in love with this simple lace detail and think this sweater would be beautiful with simple jeans and boots or even a cute patterned skirt with chunky knit tights. 

Oh my word, how much do I love this smoke and mirrors dress?? Answer: A lot. You might recall how deeply I feel about gray for fall. Wouldn't this look darling with those blue suede wedges from last week? 

Trend #2: Plaid and Lumberjack

I kind of have a lumberjack fetish. I know. It's weird. I just like comfort of flannel and the masculine strength I associate with these patterns. So sue me.

How comfortable does this Lumber Jill Top look? Bonus points for the clever name. Modcloth never disappoints me there.

This J Term Tunic is a beautiful, slightly more put together plaid option. I would adore this with a cute brown belt and tall riding boots.

And how about This Rad Jacket? It looks so dang comfy! And it would be effortlessly cute on casual days. I want it. Just being honest.

Trend #3: Jewel Tones

I adore Jewel Tones and they are always in for fall, no matter what the fashion mags say. This is definitely an example of what I want to be trendy. I guess we could splenda-coat it and say I'm a trendsetter?

In case you didn't get enough adorable coats last week, I adore this Babylon Coat in this beautiful shade of emerald. Gorgeous.

How about this amazing sapphire-toned sweater? The name says it all: A Cozy Sweater Kinda Day. I would love this with some comfy jeggings and embellished ballet flats. It would be the fashionable way to basically wear pajamas to class, it would be that comfortable.

I am in deep, deep like with this Claudette Hat. The model kind of freaks me out, but I am too much in like with the hat to care.

This "dress" 1) looks suspiciously like a tunic and 2) cashes in on multiple fall trends: Jewel tones and feminine ruffles. Maybe it could be a tunic. On a good day.

Trend #4 and #5: Muted Neutrals and Feminine Ruffles

These three amazing finds just happen to all embody two trends. So deal with it.

As a coffee lover, I've been eying this Macchiato Dress ever since it appeared on Modcloth this week. So cute. It would look darling layered over a long-sleeve t-shirt in a nice jewel tone to make it more fall appropriate.

I adore this Petit Fours Glaces Dress. It would look so cute with the Claudette hat from above and maybe some pretty brown wedges.

This Smoky Eyes Dress has been toying with me for what seems like forever. It's just so beautiful and would look smashing under any pretty, feminine coat you wish to put it under.

That's all for me on this Fashion Friday! If you're craving more, head on over to my inspiration, Big Mama. Y'all have a great weekend. Go forth and be fashionable.

Fashion Friday: Things I Would Buy, Were I but a Billionaire or a Size Two

Happy Premiere Fashion Friday! How apropos in light of New York Fashion Week and all. This week's theme is very simple. Let's call it "Things I Want for Fall." Because that is the only unifying theme. EDIT: Themes could also include "I'm Obsessed with Modcloth" and "Shoes Are My Mistress."

1) A nice coat/ jacket. (P.S. my comments are below each item!)

I like ones that are military-inspired like this First Brass Coat from Modcloth.

Or how about this Military Jacket from Target? Oh that's right... I already have this little number sitting in my closet, waiting for the heat index to drop below 100...

I love things that are super quirky and weird like the Lady Obsidian Jacket. I have a slight obsession with all things Victorian, and this is just one of the most delightful jackets I've ever seen. Most of my friends would hate it, but I would wear it with pride.

I also love classic coats with a feminine shape like the Big City Blues Coat in Red.

 And I am very Devoted To This Coat.

But my FAVORITE kind of coat (at the moment, at least) are coats with beautiful, frilly details. In the words of Rachel Zoe, I DIE for the Go Into Detail Coat. I don't know what I love best about this coat; The frills, the double row of big buttons, or the HOT PINK LINING.

I often imagine myself in a world where I had a closet full of coats. Coats for any outfit and any mood. Jackets for when the weather permitted. Colors and textures abound! Then I remember that I live in central Texas and a closet full of coats would be the biggest waste of money imaginable. But in that dream world that flickers in my heart, this Sovereign Style Coat is the piece de resistance! The crown jewel of my collection! I love it so hard, it hurts.

2. A nice, comfy fall dress.

I adore the idea of the Pleated Jersey Dress with a bright belt and boots. I tend to choose darker pieces for fall and winter, so I will choose grey or plum for many of these dresses, even though they come in other colors. This color is called "Bear Hug" so I'm really not sure how you could not buy it.

I'm all for a good argyle and this Argyle VNeck Sweater Dress is about as good as it gets. This would be so easy to throw on over leggings with some cute ballet flats for fall or boots for winter.

I am in passionate love with this 3/4 Sleeve Ruffled Dress because I think the ruffles would be absolutely darling peeking out from underneath a coat. I could just squee thinking about it!

This Academy Days Dress in Cranberry looks so effortlessly stylish and COMFORTABLE for those winter days when you hop out of your warm bed and you want to layer up fast.

Another effortlessly chic option, I love classic dresses like this Checks Mix Dress (such clever names on Modcloth.) The belt is already there! This would be charming by itself or over tights.

Now, remember that dream world from when I fantasized over coats? Be prepared to meet the most beautiful dress I have ever seen. I lust after this dress. I need to call on the name of Jesus to keep me from buying this dress. It is what I would want to be buried in, if only because that's probably the only way I can afford it right now. Okay, maybe I'm being a bit dramatic. Judge for yourselves as I present to you the Deep Within the Armoire dress!

3. I am obsessed with shoes. Here are some I would love for fall:

I basically love these Teacher's Pet Oxfrord Heels more than life itself.

And the Blue Button Beauty Boot plays into my love of all things Victorian, despite its unfortunate and rather annoying name.

I find these Get Your Kicks Wedges a delightful way to add comfortable height and a great pop of color in the fall. Side Note:  Do these count as blue suede shoes?

And, to end with some beautiful boots, I think these Kagome Western Boots are wonderfully slouchy and are a steal at thirty dollars!


That's all for the first edition of Fashion Friday! I hope you all enjoyed it and I'll be back come Monday!