new tote 2016

Are your friends/family/husband asking what they should get you for Xmas?  How updated is your bag?  Maybe a new tote for winter would be exciting!  Some ideas below.

Under $200:

under $400:

under $600:

marsala clothes

How about some marsala clothes!

How to incorporate it?  Marsala looks beautiful with ivory, gold, or a light tan/blush color.  Add texture for a rich fall feel.  Marsala will translate into the holidays as well.

 

 

marsala bags

What is marsala?  

Marsala was the 2015 Pantone Color of the Year.  Think of red wine or burgundy.  From the Pantone website:

"Much like the fortified wine that gives Marsala its name, this tasteful hue embodies the satisfying richness of a fulfilling meal while its grounding red-brown roots emanate a sophisticated, natural earthiness.  This hearty, yet stylish tone is universally appealing and translates easily to fashion, beauty, industrial design, home furnishings, and interiors."

What about a marsala bag for fall?  Ideas below.

 

 

marsala shoes

Inspired by a friend's wedding, I am noticing marsala everything right now.  Let's start with shoes.  A great color for fall!  Ideas below.

swim sale

September is a great time to buy a new swimsuit as they are on sale!

emmys 2016

Along with Kristen Bell above, these are my favorites from the Emmy Awards last night.

Other good looks from the evening below.  Hooray for award season & red carpets on Sunday evenings!

drape jacket

Different from the moto leather jacket, I am also seeing a lot of the drape jacket.  Thinner and floppier than it's moto cousin, they work well for those mid-range fall days.  Some examples below.

moto leather jacket

Heading out for some fall shopping?  Do you have a leather jacket?  Here are some ideas for you.

new hat & sunglasses

My sweet husband bought me 2 new things as an early anniversary gift!   We were in Healdsburg for the weekend, and of course I came across a few items I liked (see photo above of me in the dressing room).  I decided I didn't "need" them, but he said let's do it & call it an anniversary gift.  So, I am now the proud owner of a new hat & sunglasses.  Both of which I wear all the time, evidenced by the photo below.  What do you think?  Sweet husband + great gifts=good combo!  

These were purchased at Looking Glass in Healdsburg, or other options to buy online below.

fall hats

Time for a new fall hat?  Keep your glowy skin out of the sun with the hats below.

rose gold jewelry

Everyone seems to be into rose gold these days!  Some ideas below.

italian sandals

I stumbled across the most amazing small local shoe store in Ostuni, Italy, which has been around for 40 years.  If you're headed to Puglia, Ostuni is a must, along with this chic reasonably priced sandal store, Erredibi!

Front of the store:

the shoes:

When you walk in, here is what you see.  I mean, where do you start?  They are all so cute!

my shoes:

Here are the 2 pairs that I chose, and my sweet husband purchased them for me.  Looking back, I wish I had bought more for friends & family for gifts.

 

how can i buy these?

Erredibi has a few stores in Southern Italy.   They do have a website, but the cost to ship is twice the price of the shoes........so, use it as an excuse to head to Italy!  

Although not quite the same.....some examples below of similar simple flat styles you can get in the USA.

my shoes one more time:

coin purse

Rummaging through your bag looking for a quarter?  Random coins jingling in your purse as you walk?  Not ideal!  Get organized & throw your coins in a cute coin purse!