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Say it with a Slogan Clutch!

Clever phrase, slogan and word clutches are a fun way to spice up your outfit this fall. Some are sassy, some are sweet, but they are all meant to express your personality. This trend definitely makes a statement (no pun intended!), but it’s not one that I suggest investing in. That’s why I picked some of my favorite cheeky slogan bags, all under $75! None of these bags speaking your language? Or do you just want something a little more personalized? No prob! Check out RuMe where you can create your own slogan bag for only $20 (Free shipping and on sale for $7.95 until 9/21!)! These make great gifts for your BFF, bridesmaids, trips, etc! They are adorable and completely customizable! Share what you would put on your personalized pouch in the comments!

Nasty Gal x Nila Anthony Complicated Clutch ($48) / Forever 21 LOVE Fanny Pack ($17.90) / Jonathan Adler

Bon Voyage Pouch ($58) / ASOS CUTE Clutch (On Sale for $15.23) / Jonathan Adler Funkify Pouch ($58) / ASOS Pretty Sure I’m Not Clutch (On Sale for $22.85) / ASOS Wildfox Clutch ($72.36) / Jonathan Adler Hello Clutch (On Sale for $54.60) / H&M Apres Ski Clutch ($34.95) / Samudra French Lips Pouch ($65) / Nasty Gal x Nila Anthony Make Out Clutch ($48)

Carry the Cropped Trend into Fall with Cropped Sweaters

Have you been sporting the crop tee trend all summer long? Well you’re in luck! It looks like you will be able to wear this belly-baring trend all the way through fall! The cropped sweater trend is fun, easy and casual. You can pair the cropped trend with textured knits and a slouchy fit and it becomes much more conservative than the cropped tee look. I’m not saying you will be wearing this look to church on Sunday, but it’s a great way to embrace the cropped trend without exposing too much skin. I pulled together some great deals below making it easy to sport the trend this fall without breaking the bank!

Express Blue Cable Sweater (On Sale for $19.99) / Forever 21 Waffle Knit Sweater ($17.80) / SheInside Striped Tee (On Sale for $9.90) / MANGO Textured Sweater (On Sale for $24.99) / Forever 21 Cozy Sweater ($22.80) / Nasty Gal Blue Crop Sweater ($78) / Target Blue Marled Crop Sweater ($24.99) / Modern Citizen Striped Cropped Sweater ($59) / Forever 21 Grey Marled Sweater (On Sale for $9.99)

The Layered Look

I came across these below shirttail sweaters at J. Crew and fell in love. At first, I thought these sweaters were styled with a chiffon top layered under it. After close examination, I noticed it’s actually a 2 for 1 deal! Who knew faux layering could look so chic? These layered styles are fun, but I hate spending $100+ on a sweater. Luckily, I was able to find a few similar styles, some for less than half the price!

J. Crew Shirttail Sweaters ($98-$110):

Look for Less ($49-$79):

Are these styles still out of your price range? No prob, get the look for even less by layering what you already have in your closet! If you need help finding the right layering pieces, check out Forever 21 for some great deals. I’ve included some perfect pieces below, both under $20! Time to do some “old fashioned” layering yourself!

Fun in Fur

Nothing is more fabulous than fur… faux fur that is! And it’s finally getting cool enough to bring my fur pieces out from hibernation! There are tons of ways to wear fur this fall and my personal favorite is the simple fur vest (check out the H&M style below for under $30!)

If you’re feeling a little shy, try starting with fur accessories. I picked a few below that are easy to add to any outfit. Feeling wild?!? Great! Check out one of the faux fur animal print items below. I love the ASOS bomber jacket! Or do you just need a fur staple like a vest or jacket? I collected a few fabulous options for that as well!

Lay Low with Accessories:

ASOS Fur Headband ($22.85) / ASOS Fur Scarf ($34.28) / Forever 21 Fur Booties (On Sale for $29.99)

Get Wild with Animal:

Leopard Fur Top (On Sale for $41.89) / Leopard Fur Bomber (On Sale for $70.46) / Leopard Fur Headband (On Sale for $9.42)

Stay Warm with Layers:

ASOS Fur Coat ($123.78) / H&M Fur Jacket ($59.95) / H&M Fur Vest (On Sale for $27.97) / Nasty Gal Pink Fur Coat ($88)

Mad for Plaid

As fall rolls in, leaves start turning color and plaid starts to dot the shelves of retailers. When I think of plaid, I usually think of a plain flannel button down, but plaid isn’t just for lumberjacks anymore. There are tons of edgy and feminine ways to wear plaid this fall. I pulled together some of my favorites, including the coat wrap, check scarf and the sheer plaid top! Check them out and share your favorite ways to wear plaid in the comments below.

mad for plaid

Nasty Gal Wrap Coat ($138) / Forever 21 Plaid Top ($15.80) / Target Plaid Button Down ($22.99) / Nasty Gal Sheer Plaid Top ($58) / Nordstrom Plaid Baseball Jacket ($30.80) / Forever 21 Grommet Plaid Shirt ($27.90) / Forever 21 Plaid Scarf ($6) / ASOS Plaid Mini Skirt (On Sale for $26.12) / Nasty Gal Plaid Cardi ($85) / BB Dakota Shirt Dress ($79) / Target Plaid Backpack ($29.99) / ASOS Plaid Pants ($42.56)

The Track Pant Trend

To be honest, I have been hesitant to jump on the track pant trend this year. But since it doesn’t look like it’s going anywhere for fall, I think it’s about time I start embracing it! To be fair, part of my hesitation may stem from making a living off of the sale of denim, but I also think this look is tricky to style. I’ve seen track pants styled on the street and they sometimes end up looking sloppy, like pajamas. I think it is key to pair these pants back to feminine, formal pieces. I love the idea of styling these pants with heels (as seen in some of the pictures below), a feminine blouse and layered with a blazer. Add in details like scallops, bows, etc and you get the ultimate glam look for fall.

Have you been wearing the track pant trend this year? How do you style them?

Topshop Floral Pants (On Sale for $34.99) / Forever 21 Faux Leather Trim Joggers ($17.80) / Forever 21 Tribal Print Joggers ($24.90) / H&M Decorated Sweatpants ($39.95) / Piperlime Jogger Pant ($52) / H&M Light Beige Joggers ($24.95) / Gap Side-Zip Track Pants ($49.95) / H&M Leopard Soft Pants ($17.95) / Forever 21 Crepe Woven Joggers ($22.80) / Topshop Mixed Print Joggers ($56) / Forever 21 Denim Drawstring Pants ($29.80) / Nordstrom Tuxedo Track Pants (On Sale for $53.98) / Express Printed Track Pants ($69.90) / Gap Heathered Track Pants ($44.95)

Celine Trio Look for Less!

I absolutely love everything about the Celine Trio… except the price. This purse is known for it’s three separate compartments, each detachable to be used separately or all together! I love the simple look and the versatility it offers, but retailing at over a grand, it’s always been out of my price range. If dropping over $1000 on a bag seems extravagant to you too, I have good news! You can get the Celine Trio look for less!

I was browsing Forever 21, I found a similar style for only $22! This great find inspired my hunt for other Celine Trio look-alikes. After searching high and low, I gathered three bags that will have you doing a double take!

Forever 21 Multi Compartment Crossbody ($22)

Go Jane Triple Compartment Crossbody (On Sale for $23)

Annabell Ingal JoJo Crossbody ($320)

Chevron Chic

Most of you know Chicago as the Windy City, and so did I… until I moved to the top of a hill in San Francisco. This city by the bay is windy, especially as you climb further up the hills. And as much as I try to get my hair to cooperate, sometimes you’ve just got to surrender to the wind and throw it on a bun!

This chevron baseball jacket was one of my many scores from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. It’s a pretty busy print, so I chose to keep it the rest of my outfit simple with a black top and maxi, finishing it off with gold accessories. I love to take everyday basics and pair them back to one pop item or statement piece. This jacket gives the look personality and a fun seventies vibe!

Notice that pop of pink on my wrist? That’s my new fitbit! The jury is still out on it, but so far I’m really liking it and learning a lot about my body. Do any of you have a fitness tracker? If so what are your thoughts on them?

BCNU Chevron Baseball Jacket (On Sale for $26.40) / Gap Favorite Tee (On Sale for $14) / Old Navy Maxi Skirt ($34.94) / Cleopatra Bianca Purse (Hautelook)- similar Steve Madden Chain Clutch ($68) and ASOS Shoulder Bag ($24.75) / Target Sandals- similar DSW ($29.94) and Lucky Brand ($38.49) / francesca’s tassel necklace- similar Sosie (On Sale $15.50) / Forever 21 Gold Jewelry / Pink fitbit ($99.95) / BP Heart Sunglasses ($12)

The Grown-up Backpack

If you haven’t noticed, backpacks aren’t just for school buses anymore! They are not only the trendy new carryall, but also a practical accessory. I forgot how great backpacks were until I bought one to tote around this summer- they are great for day trips to the park, commuting to work or weekend trips! And don’t worry; there are more options than princesses and ninja turtles. Backpacks are now the chic accessory, coming in leather, studded and fringed! Below are a ton of trendy options that can take you from work to weekend!

Topshop Pink Backpack ($68) / BCBG Black & White Backpack ($78) / Dailylook Studded Tassel Backpack ($49.99) / Vince Camuto Blue Backpack ($178) / Betsey Johnson Leopard Backpack ($59.95) / Appaman Kids Straw Backpack ($34.99) / Madewell Leather Backpack ($228) / Marc by Marc Jacobs Printed Backpack (On Sale for $158.40) / ASOS Black Formal Backpack ($38.09) / ASOS Colorblock Backpack ($66.69) / Forever 21 Faux Leather Backpack ($32.80) / Urban Outfitters Grey Tassel Backpack ($59) / Steve Madden Leopard Backpack ($128) / Steve Madden Camel Backpack ($98) / Forever 21 Striped Backpack ($19.80) / Forever 21 Faux Leather Backpack ($32.80) / Herschel Pink Backpack ($55) / Deux Lux Karma Backpack ($130)

Leopard and Leather

As I referenced in my Black & White post last week, I love the clean and simple combination of black and white this season. Instead of opting for my typical take on this trend of colorblock or stripes, I decided to translate it into a print- more specifically a leopard print!

I love keeping this trend monochromatic, but sometimes the occasion calls for a pop of color! For a little whimsy, I paired this rocker look with some fun mint accessories. It’s a great way to keep studded, faux-leather pieces from looking too biker. This look is perfect for any night out; it’s the ideal mix of dressing up and dressing down, both casual and chic!

Forever 21 Faux-Leather Vest- similar Sanctuary Moto Vest ($139) and Jennifer Lopez Moto Vest (On Sale for $48) / Express Black Racerback Tank (On Sale for $10) / Nordstrom Leopard Print Mini- similar Tibi Leopard Mini ($97.59) and Forever 21 Bodycon Skirt ($13.99) / Kohl’s Metallic Crossbody- similar Ivanka Trump Crossbody ($161.99) and Forever 21 Crossbody ($19.80) / Payless Black Shooties ($24.99) / francesca’s Statement Necklace ($38) / Anne Klein Watch ($95) / Forever 21 Stacked Rings and Cuff / Forever 21 Sunglasses- similar kate spade new york ‘shawna’ sunglasses ($145) and Modcloth Sunnies ($11.99)

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J. Crew Shirttail Sweaters ($98-$110):

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Forever 21 Multi Compartment Crossbody ($22)

Go Jane Triple Compartment Crossbody (On Sale for $23)

Annabell Ingal JoJo Crossbody ($320)

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