DUDLEY STEPHENS X THE GIRL LOOK BOOK

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So many people ask me why I love styling. First and foremost it has always been the people. Over the last 8 years I have met so many amazing clients and friends and had the chance to work with so many inspiring brands. The second part of my answer is the challenge. I love the idea of walking into a new project with no plan - collaborating and creating - and walking away with something beautiful. 

Have you guys heard of Dudley Stephens!? I was so excited when Lauren (Dudley) Stephens asked me to style their line of fleeces for Fall. Lauren started DS with her mom and sister and together they have transformed the way we view this classic fabric. Who knew a fleece tunic could look so good?! What attracted me to DS at first was the wearability with kids. When I first had Luke I was living in a land of spit up and drool and either ruining my cashmere sweaters or opting for old t-shirts. Then I bought my first DS top. It was a combination of a sweater and a sweatshirt, but had a pretty silhouette and neckline so I felt dressed. Not to mention the color was perfect (you know how I love blush). Well, as they say....the rest was history! Now DS is a part of my weekly wardrobe and I'm so happy to share this shoot with all of you!

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If you're looking for the perfect pair of vegan leggings, CLICK HERE!! They're so comfortable and really look and feel like the real thing. Also, kid friendly:)

THE HOOP BAG

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Put a ring on it! (hehe) But no seriously, I've been using this bag nonstop. What attracted me to it at first was its versatility. It comes with a cross body leather strap, chain, and the hoop! I've never seen any handbag that offers that. I'm still carrying a diaper bag with the boys so this is perfect for my phone, keys, credit cards, etc. I don't have a wallet that fits in it but a card case would work perfectly. The hoop bag as its been named has been making its mark this Fall with a number of brands. I like This one for its middle of the road pricing but I also love this one which is just a touch more expensive. Both epitomize the concept of day-to-night dressing!

PS If you're looking for this sweater you're in luck! Found it restocked HERE:)

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NEUTRAL UNDER $200

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CASUAL FALL

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Happy Tuesday friends! Hope you're having a good week so far. It finally feels like Fall has arrived in Connecticut and I love it! Now if I could only find the time to switch my closet over! I get a ton of styling requests from women looking to create a casual chic "home" look. Outfits that you can wear at home, running errands, picking the kids up, lunch with friends, and still feel dressed for everything in between. Two of my closet staples for all my clients are 1. Cardigan and 2. Silk Camisole. I live in this look and what I like most is it can take me day to night if I have a casual dinner to go to during the week. Want to turn it up a notch? Pair this silk with a darker or black jean, booties, and a statement earring! Shop this look below with some of my top pics:)

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GOLDEN WINE

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Burgundy is hands down one of my favorite colors for Fall. I think one of the reasons I like it so much is the fact that you can't wear it ever season so when I start to see it in September it feels so fresh and new! I recently asked you guys via Instagram which Lust List colors you wanted featured and wine was the most common answer. I thought of pairing it with black or navy but went with gold because it felt so rich. I had to order this sweater as soon as I found it. When I was looking for navy pieces I also found this one which I may have to get as well. Such a great price and I think I would live in it paired with skirts and jeans.  

PS Just bought a pair of these a couple weeks ago and LOVE!! I first bought a gray pair for Frank - he needed a sleek sneaker that looked good with shorts and was comfortable. They're wool but somehow cool in the summer and warm in the winter. GENIUS! Have a look...

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SCARF BLOUSE

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OVER THE KNEE

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Hey friends! Hope you're having a great weekend:) We took the boys to Stone Barns yesterday for their annual Harvest Fest and it was HOT!!!! I can't remember a time when it was over 80 degrees in October. Makes it a little tough to apple pick in a pretty wool fisherman sweater and riding boots! So unfortunately I wasn't wearing this pretty tonal look and hat but I'm hoping to live in it very soon! What are your thoughts on over-the-knee boots? I think they've become less of a trend and more of a staple and they make an outfit look more dressed. Whats great is almost ever designer is making that style now so they're available at all price points. The ones I'm wearing are Stuart Weitzman (color is no longer available) and although they're a splurge I have to say if you wear them as much as I do they're worth the price tag. Below I included a mini OTK style vs. splurge for you! 

• My sweater is only $65! Love it casual but I will probably also dress it up with darker denim or leather leggings and a pretty earring, I also love this one which is the same price
• This dress would also look great with OTK boots. Throw it on with a leather jacket and its the perfect Fall look 
• I just ordered this sweater! Comes in 4 colors - can you guess which on I ordered?

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STEAL VS. SPLURGE

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BLUSH VEST

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I don't know about you but I'm kind of loving this Indian summer. Cool mornings and evenings with warm afternoons in the middle? It's heaven for my wardrobe! I've always wanted to live in San Francisco and I imagine that's what its like there. I call it "leather jacket weather"!

I saw this vest and fell in love. First with the color (duh!) and second I have nothing like it - a modern silhouette but the blush makes it feminine and pretty. I found this one for over 50% off in shearling for all of us East Coast girls and this version in camel that would be great paired back to black, ivory, or denim. I couldn't find an exact steal version but I this faux one for under $100 is fun!

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