Let’s be honest….I am a huge fan of summer (the freedom in our schedule, the sunny weather, the BBQs, baseball and all the family fun!) but the fall season really is my favourite!

What do I love about the fall….that’s easy!

1. Fashion
2. Sweater weather
3. Leaves, pumpkins and gourds (of my!)
4. Blankets
5. Cozy nights
6. Fall makeup and beauty
7. Hot drinks on crisp fall walks

So let’s get to the fall fashion – I always look forward to my back to work shopping in the late summer months. I love to add new pieces to my wardrobe and this season was especially fun (after losing 40 pounds – more about that in another post). After shopping for the essentials for the kids – I was able to invest in myself a bit more this season – as my husband said – “you need something to wear to work!” So let me share with you my favourite finds for the fall and how I plan to wear them!

My top 10 Fall Fashion Finds

1. Sloan Curvy Ankle pant by Banana Republic

I love this pant for a number of reasons. It is very flattering (if you aren’t curvy like me – there is a slim version). It comes is many colours and patterns (I saw a leopard print, red, menswear inspired plaid, dot, navy blue, olive green….love them all). I love the ankle length with heels (for a dressy night out) flats, booties and you can tuck these into tall boots! You can wear these all year long, too!

2. Leopard print point toe ballet flat by Nine West

These are perfect to wear with the ankle pant (see above) but I also love them with jeans! These are great to wear for my “day job” as a teacher and since I’m a huge fan of neutrals – these add some visual interest!

3. Parke Women’s Blazer by J.Crew

OK confession time….I bought this blazer in camel (love and can’t wait to wear it!) AND in navy blue! This fits like a dream (even if you are a bit on the busty side) this is very flattering for regular fit and petite (like me). Sometimes petite blazers can look like you are playing dress up or look like the garment has shrunk but this is perfect and why I bought 2! I also like to roll up the sleeves for a slightly more casual look and you can pop up with collar – there’s a gray felt detail on the underside of the collar that looks really chic when you pop it!

4. Small Statement Stud Earrings (available on Amazon)

I’m definitely a big hoop girl for the evening but for the day I like a smaller earring. I’m a fan of a simple diamond stud or a pearl but this small cicrle looked so modern and clean and that’s why I love it!

5. Essential Sculptural Bangle (Large) by Stella&Dot

I used to be all about silver jewelry but lately I have really been drawn to gold. I haven’t tossed out my silver pieces – I mix the gold in! I’m loving the look of mixed metallics. This gold bracelet works with every outfit and I love it and wear it all of the time! Stella&Dot is one of my favourite places to shop because you can update any outfit with adding sme simple jewelry pieces.

6. Destructed Girlfriend jean by Banana Republic

These jeans are everything! I must confess I have worn them already and received tons of compliments (that feels so great!) I love cuffing them up with heel or booties – I wore mine with an open toe bootie and a simple black tank blouse and layered necklace! But these will be great with a slouchy sweater, blazer and tee or chilly weather flannel shirt. These are like a boyfriend jean but better!

7. Wide Brim Wool Fedora (found on Amazon)

Hats are so chic! And this season they are everywhere….The wool fedora adds some personality to your look – with rolled jeans, booties and a great blazer – it’s perfect! This hat is great because it is a timeless classic and I have it in this olive tone but it comes in a bunch of colours ranging from neutrals to brights!

8. Blanket Scarf (available on Amazon)

A blanket scarf is a perfect piece for fall (or winter) it can be worn in many ways….Here is a great list of ways to wear a blanket scarf – let me know which is your favourite!

9. Covet Kensington Tote by Stella&Dot

If you follow me on Instagram you may have noticed I received this bag in black for Mother’s Day (hubby has great taste – or he asks a lot of questions about what I like, lol) . This tote is classic, stylish and so handy when travelling. I brought this on our trip to Boston last week and my mother purchased it while we were there, “she had to have it!” I honestly kept an extra sharp eye on mine, lol! But it is a beautiful bag and the leather is like buttah! It is definitely an investment piece but I know it will be used all the time!

10. Gaberly Boatneck Sweater (found on Amazon)

Hello comfy sweater! This is so soft and slouchy but it a stylish way! This comes in a bunch of colours and I need to decide which other colours to get – not sure if ALL of the colours is an option that hubby will get behind, lol! Oh and this sweater is only $25USD!!

I know I don’t usually or ever post about fashion but it has always been a passion of mine. I had a part time job while in university at the GAP and I used to style the windows and body forms (aka mannequins) – I loved it and sometimes miss it…I love fashion and like home decor I don’t think you have to spend a fortune to look good!

I hope you enjoyed this as much as I did and please let me know in the comments if you would like more posts like this or tell which fall find was your favourite!