How to Wear Over-The-Knee Boots

Tie Back Sweatshirt: Target / Jeans: LOFT
Boots: Sam Edelman (Dupe for the Stuart Weitzman "Lowland")
Purse: Marc Jacobs / Earrings: Nordstrom

They're back for the season and trending stronger than ever! The over-the-knee boot is the one fashion forward must-have boot in your closet for this upcoming cold weather season. I love that over-the-knee boots are super versatile. You can literally wear them with a sweatshirt and jeans (like how I styled them) or with leggings, shorts and even a dress! These boots make even the most simplest of sweatshirts seem cool hence, these boots can completely transform any outfit.

The well known Stuart Weitzman Lowland Over-The-Knee-Boot is an investment piece for sure but there are so many budget friendly over-the-knee boots out there.  The ones I am wearing above are by Sam Edelman and they are my go to for the season. Here are a few other ones I like: Steve Madden, Vince Camuto, Sole Society.

A couple of things to consider about when buying over-the-knee boots: 

What color to buy OTK boots in? For your first pair I recommend buying a neutral color such as black, brown, gray or beige.
What sort of material should you buy your OTK books in? I personally gravitate towards suede as I feel they look dressier versus leather.
Should I buy flat boots or heel boots? I have both OTK boots with a flat and also a heel but I get more use out of the OTK boots that are flat. They are also easier to wear out in the city.
How should OTK boots fit? OTK boots should be snug and above the knee. Also, if they aren't easy to get on/off then there's less of a chance you will wear them. Maybe consider getting a pair that has a zipper or ties.
How can you protect your investment piece? Make sure to buy a spray to winterize them so they last from season to season (especially with suede!)

The Perfect Glam Monochrome Outfit For Any Holiday Event

White Top: Banana Republic / Pants: Express / Coat: Old (Similar)
Handbag: Saint Laurent / Heels: Levity (Similar)
Necklace: Banana Republic (Similar) / Sunglasses: Sperry

With the holiday season about to kick off in full force (seriously can you believe that Thanksgiving is only one week away?!) it's time to start planning your outfits for that special event - it could be a family and/or friends get together, office party, happy hour, dinner, blogger event, or whatever the occasion may be!

This outfit is one that I don't initially gravitate towards since my lower half is more curvy, but I honestly fell in love with these black pants from Express the minute I tried them on. They are honestly so comfortable and I love the high waisted look with the sash detail. The length of these pants are ankle length so you could wear them with flats or heels. I wanted to keep this look monochromatic so I paired the black pants with a simple white crew neck shirt. Since the shirt was very plain, I wanted to do a statement necklace and went with this pretty crystal necklace from Banana Republic which is from last year but I linked a similar one above!

What will you be wearing for the holidays?

The Most Coziest Fringe Sweater for Winter

Sweater: John & Jenn / Jeans: LOFT
Over the Knee Boot: Sam Edelman also Here (Dupe for the Stuart Weitzman Lowland)
Purse: Saint Laurent / Sunglasses: Sperry / Earrings: Nordstrom

Can we just talk about how cozy this fringe sweater is? This sweater has easily become one of my favorite go to sweaters for the season and I love how the sweater looks paired with the over the knee boots. This light pale blue color isn't one that I would normally gravitate towards (or have any in my closet) but it was such a pretty color I knew I had to incorporate this sweater into my wardrobe.

Also, over the weekend I had a chance to put away all my summer clothes and to take out all my winter clothes! I seriously love purging old clothes and going through all my items - it's like I have a fresh new wardrobe ready and waiting to be worn! I figured it was about time anyways since the weather has been super chilly here in Philadelphia - we are talking about 40 degree temperatures!

I also linked some of other favorite cozy sweaters with fringe below. What do you think about this trend?

The Coziest Beige Cardigan for Fall

Cardigan: Zara (Similar) / Black V-Neck Shirt: GAP / Jeans: Banana Republic (Similar)
Heels: Sam Edelman / Purse: Marc Jacobs / Sunglasses: Sperry

The weather is finally getting cooler here in Philadelphia and I am loving it! I wore this look over the weekend for an evening out and about in the city for dinner. I love this cardigan so much (honestly!). It's super cozy and you can dress it up or down. It's probably one of the few items I leave in my closet all year round. I linked a couple of other of my favorite beige cardigans below. 

On a sidenote, who has made the switch from their summer wardrobe to winter? I leave my jeans and cardigans in my closet but the rest of my heavier sweaters, dresses and jackets I pack away for the season. That's one thing on my to do list this weekend! 

Red Ruffle Blouse for Fall

Ruffle Hem Blouse: Zara / Jeans: LOFT / Heels: Levity (Similar)
Handbag: Saint Laurent / Watch: Movado Bold / Sunglases: Sperry

Over the weekend my husband and I kept super busy with not one, not two, but THREE housewarming parties. Seriously it was so hectic! We also ventured into the city on Saturday during the day to run errands and also to grab lunch at V Street which is vegan - it was really good! I've been there a few times before for lunch since I work in the area but that was his first time there.

The thing I love about this outfit is the pop of color. Sometimes in the fall we gravitate towards beige, gray, and black but I always make sure to incorporate some sort of color into my wardrobe! This top is so much fun and flirty and the ruffle detail adds a special touch to a simple outfit. I linked some of my favorite red ruffle blouses below!

Also I wanted to share that I have a couple of fun posts coming up in the next two weeks! I am going away on vacation (any guesses where?!) but make sure to follow along on my Instagram!