Autumn's Coming! (eventually)

As many of my readers know, I live in Louisiana. And let me tell you, it's hot. So, while Autumn may technically start in September, we'll be lucky to get cooler weather come October. However, it doesn't stop me from dreaming of my favorite season. :) 

If you've read my blog for the past years, you probably know about my yearly, "dreaming of Autumn" posts. They usually happen around this time, even sometimes as early as the end of July. 

Some of my favorite things include lighting candles, blankets, opening windows, the cool, crisp air, leaves falling, and all the pumpkin flavored things. ;) 

But I especially love pulling out the jackets, sweaters, longsleeves, boots, and scarves that I get to wear at this time of year. Also, the deep red, purple, dark green, orange, and mustard yellow colors. 

So here's a few polyvore sets I made this morning with some of my favorite Autumn accessories. 

The first transitional piece from summer to fall is the scarf. You can use summery colors or autumn colors with light, cool scarves. There are so many ways to wear them, so many colors, and so many patterns! 

I've always been more of a jacket girl, and haven't really liked hoodies in years. But this year I've become obsessed with them! Once again, so may colors, styles, and patterns. Do you like printed or solid? Zip up or pull over? Cropped or regular length? Bearing graphic design or a sports company symbol? They can be so much fun, and let's face it, they're so wonderful to snuggle up in and feel cozy. :) 

When it gets a little cooler, it's time to break out the leather jackets. I love how they've been coming out in a variety of colors lately! I love them all, but the red, cobalt, and burgundy colors are my favorite. 

So, in other, news, this morning was my fourth day getting up early, and going for a 30 minute walk/jog! It feels great, although I still can't stand getting up in the morning. But getting out of bed is the hard part. Once I've dressed, exercised, taken a shower, and pour my coffee I feel completely rejuvenated and ready to take on the day. :) 

So are you excited about Autumn coming? Or are you trying to hang on to summer? 

Thoughts for Valentines

No, I don't have any particular reason for celebrating Valentines Day, but I enjoy dressing up for it anyway. I made some sets on Polyvore to show some ideas or maybe even inspire what one of my readers could wear for Valentines, especially if you have a very special reason to. ;) 

Shabby Chic and Classic Cutie by pawpawsgirl92 featuring Royal Albert

The first outfit is a less traditional (as far as Valentine's goes), springy, more vintage look. Depending on your style, you can wear the boots for a younger, old-fashioned style, or the pale pink wedges for a more modern look. The second outfit is for the monochromatic, super girly, romantic dreamer. If you can picture yourself being proposed to in front of the Eiffel Tower in Paris on Valentine's Day by your Prince Charming, this outfit may be for you. Depending on when and where you're at, you can wear the scarf and flats for a more casual event, or the necklace and pumps for a formal one. (I would prefer if both of these dresses were longer, but I do like the color, texture, and overall style of them.)

Valentine-red and black by pawpawsgirl92 featuring a vintage black cocktail dress

These red and black options are either more subdued or more bold than the previous set, depending on your opinion. Personally, I'd be more comfortable in a black lace dress (a longer one), or this red dress than the brighter, more eye catching lighter colors. I'm a good bit of a wallflower, and not too crazy about drawing attention to myself. Although I like the first set, I'm very in love with this one. It's just a lot more my style. The soft long curls would look great with either outfit. In the first outfit, the bracelet could be removed and the earrings changed to silver hoops to make it more casual. I would prefer if the rose were a bit more to one side in the second outfit. I want/need a black lace dress so bad. I might start thinking again about making one.

romantic and whimsical by pawpawsgirl92 featuring dangle earrings

And if you're not so into the traditional Valentine colors, why not try a lace dress in this lovely cobalt blue? With just a hint of Valentine in the romantic, classic red nails and lips with the soft curls, bow shoes, and pearl or locket necklace?

Valentine fancy by pawpawsgirl92 featuring stud earrings

Maybe you're not going anywhere special on that day, but you'd still like to incorporate something into your outfit for Valentine's, How about this simple, oxblood pencil skirt, glittery sweatshirt, pink heart earrings, and sweet, black ballet flats?

Comfy by pawpawsgirl92 featuring a striped shirt

Even though I'm posting all these sophisticated, elegant outfits, the outfit above is more similar to what I'm wearing right now. An old jean skirt, a roomy flannel plaid shirt, and slippers. Actually, two pairs of socks and slippers. It's 25 degrees outside and feels like 12 degrees. It's been sleeting all day, and let me say we are NOT used to this in south Louisiana. Please pray for us Cajuns as we deal with these weather conditions we're not used to, and the ones like my dad who still have to go to work. 

Mix'n Match {2nd post}

Welcome to my second post of mix'n match! I hadn't planned for this to turn into a series, but it kinda has all on it's own. At the moment I could be one of the seven dwarves, Sneezy. The allergy/sinus bug attacked me last night, and hasn't left yet. So I've spent since lunch holed up in my room, putting together outfits with stuff I never would've thought to put together before. 

In the last post, I talked about the one at the middle bottom. Thanks to some advice from the lovely ladies at Modern Modesty, I came up with 10 new ways to wear that skirt, all with stuff that came out of my closet! 

Today I found a couple new ways to wear this lovely skirt. I always only wore it with black, so I didn't wear it often. Then, I tried it with my mustard cardigan, which went really well.

And here's what I came up with today.

The cobalt tee and shoes will be great for summer, giving a bright pop to the outfit. For colder weather, I can use the second outfit, the black long sleeve shirt with the red scarf, something I never would've thought to put together on my own. The black tee and shoes yes, but not the red scarf. 

I came up with some other outfit combinations, but I think I'll save those for other posts. 

Have these outfit posts been a help to you? I'd love to hear about it! :)

red and orange, among other things

Last night I got the opportunity to wear two colors together that I really like, red and orange. Thanks to this awesome shirt that has red, orange, black and white, I was able to put together a fun outfit. I've worn all of this together before, but with black shoes. Since the last time I wore it, I got these adorable red flats that I'm always looking for a chance to wear. It was a really cute and comfy outfit that I enjoyed wearing, something that has become a necessity with me lately. ;) 

Yesterday I had such a nice, relaxing day, watching my siblings play outside and enjoying a good book. My little brother Matthew even gave me a sweet little flower. :) 

a really good book, whether you're married or not. 

Then, last night while they were singing a special before the preaching, my friend Heather doodled a little drawing. It took her less than a minute.

At the end of service she was about to crumple it up, but I stopped her and begged her to let me have it. Imagine, throwing away a piece of art like this? Isn't it beautiful? She couldn't understand why I wanted it. It's so simple, yet has the title of one of my favorite songs, so it means so much. 

So how was your week? 

Christmas outfit ideas

How many of you, like me, like to dress up for the occasion? I wear red, white and blue for Fourth of July, Autumn colors for the first day of Autumn and Thanksgiving, sparkles for New Years, pastels for Easter, red or pink for Valentine's Day (even though I don't have a Valentine), and usually red and black for Christmas. But I'd like to try a few new things this year, so I thought I'd share with ya'll some of my ideas and inspirations. 

Christmas outfits by pawpawsgirl92 featuring an open cardigan

I'm going to start from the right and work my way left. This is the outfit I envision for Christmas Day at my grandparent's house. The ivory cowl neck sweater look is classic and has a romantic air. The boots are my usual go to winter shoes. I love the look of them as well as how comfortable they are. If the weather is extra cold, I'd proly put some tights on as well. I thought this hairstyle goes perfectly with the overall look of the outfit. And the dark lipstick completes the romantic look.

The monochrome grey look seems to be really big this year. I haven't tried it yet, but I think this outfit would work out nice with a pop of crimson nail polish.

Now, I said that I normally wear red for Christmas. But this year, I'm trying the bright emerald green. I got a sweater exactly like this one last year after Christmas, only with sparkles and a cowl neckline. I think it would look cute with the edgy but modest leather skirt, and some black heels and grey polish. The girl's simple, yet elegant straight hair and minimal jewelry looks really great. It can also be worn with a jean skirt and tan cowgirl boots, which is how I plan to style it for Christmas day at my relative's house.

Here's a few more inspirations you may like.











So what are you planning to wear for Christmas this year? 

shopping finds and jewelry made

Yesterday, I had a really good day.

I got to go shopping, which I haven't been able to in a while. 

First, I went to Goodwill.

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Do you have any idea how long I've been looking for red shoes? And to find two adorable pairs that fit me all at the same time! It was magical. ;) Oh, and those little black heels are adorable too, and really comfy. I've been getting rid of my higher heels, and sticking to lower heels and flats. I tried to wear some of my really high heels last Sunday after wearing flats regularly, and I had to take them off before we even left the house! I just can't take it like I used to.

Then, I went to Mardel to get a few Christmas presents, and passed by some Nancy Drew and Hardy Boy books. I'm trying to collect them, but Books A Million charges $8 for them! I checked the price at Mardel, and they were $3.99 a book! 

I may've went a little crazy. ;)

The only thing that stopped me from buying more was that they didn't have the rest in order. I only had the 2nd, 4th, and 9th Nancy Drew books before. I got all the rest yesterday. I stocked up on some Hardy Boys books too, as you can see. I spent twice as much on books as the rest of my purchases put together. Yeah, I may need to join Book Buyers Anonymous or something. ;) 

I was running out of time, so I rushed over to Payless (my original destination) for a quick look. I was looking for some flats like the nude ones I got this summer for $20.

I wanted to get the other colors.

Sadly, they are now $30, way more than I was willing to pay for them. 

But, I did find these.

Some imitation TOMS, as I call them for $10. My mom couldn't understand why I liked them, considering they're kinda plain. But when you put them on, they are so comfortable! And being blue jean, they go with everything. *Sighs*. And this is the reason I have too many shoes. I'm a sucker for cute, comfortable, or especially both.

Then, I found some charms at the store to make some necklaces I've been looking for, but couldn't seem to find.

Sometimes, it's just so nice to know how to make your own jewelry. :) 

So have you found any good deals lately?

Do you make your own jewelry too? 

Life and Pinterest

Life has been super busy for me lately, but especially this week. Last night was going to be my only free night of the week, then some friends invited me out for coffee. We had a blast talking and interrogating our new engaged friend, and of course drinking coffee. Tonight I'm going to a ladies meeting at church, Wednesday night, church, Thursday night, church, Friday night, preparing for my jewelry sale, then Saturday my jewelry sale and that night a movie night with some friends. Oh, and of course, Sunday, church. Yes, it will be a busy week, but I'm looking forward to it. :) 

Now, for some things I've been loving on Pinterest. 

Last night, I wore a jean skirt, my mustard cardigan, and a white sleeveless shirt with navy flowers that I got at Walmart for $1 last year. I never wore it till last night, but I loved how it turned out. I wore my tan cowgirl boots, with my leaf necklace and earring set. Over all, I thought it was a fun, comfortable, stylish outfit that I enjoyed wearing. :) 

Lately, I've been looking for ways to style my cobalt skirt. I'm still getting used to styling colored bottoms. I've normally worn jean, black, brown, grey, or white skirts, so colored skirts have been a bit of a challenge for me. I have a navy and white stripe shirt like the one in the picture above, so I'm really considering trying the look. 

Another thing I've been noticing is the dressed up plaid shirts. It's something I'd really like to try. I have a red and black plaid top that I never wear because I don't like any of the ways I've tried to style it. But these have been an inspiration for that shirt, so I might be trying it again. 

And lastly.... I just love this scarf. I'm not huge into tribal, but this scarf has just the right colors and pattern, don't you think? 

Has Pinterest inspired you lately? 

Summer to Autumn

Do you have the same problem as me, not wanting to give up your bright colors once Fall comes? 

Well, I put together a few ideas on how to Autumn-ize your wardrobe, and continue wearing your favorite colors and clothing items through the colder months. 

Wearing a maxi dress or skirt with long sleeve shirt or cardigan and scarf. 

Wearing brighter colors with neutral colors. 

Wearing more muted colors with creams and light greys. 

grey with brights like teal ^ and orange below. 

 

(Sorry, this has nothing to do with the post. I just love these shoes. ^_^)

Wearing shorter jean skirts with tights and boots. 

I like this matching of seafoam with cream. 

Love this bright dark color with snakeskin. 

maxi dress with sweater and a belt. 

finding bright colored warm clothes. 

I love ^this^ sweatshirt!!!! 

Plaids are a definite fall and winter pattern. Love the bright pops of red. 

So do you stick to more neutrals in the winter, or do you like using a bright pop of color every once in a while in the colder weather? 

I know that most of these tips are probably known by anyone with a Pinterest account, I just wanted to share these ideas with ya'll. :) 

(disclaimer: None of these images are mine. They were all found on Pinterest.)