If you live anywhere where it snows incessantly, you'll know that there are specific boots you can wear in the fall and specific ones to wear in the winter. The second part of this series will focus on boots that are perfect for fall...whether it's sunny, raining, windy, or cloudy!

All of the shoes featured are my personal picks and do not necessarily reflect current trends. These are just boots that I'm lusting over and hopefully ones that you guys like as well :)

I think boots are one of the easiest kinds of shoes to wear. If you're looking for a little extra height, heeled boots can be a more comfortable option compared to stilettos. (Of course, this has limitations depending on what kind of occasion you want the heels for.)


[1] Gentle Souls Suede Moto Booties in Dark Taupe[2] Stuart Weitzman High Street Over the Knee Boots[3] Sam Edelman Cammie Ankle Boot[4] Dolce Vita Hanover Fringe Booties[5] Marc by Marc Jacobs Montague Booties[6] Kate Spade Tracee Bow Bootie

Starting from #1, a low heeled suede boot can add a gentle and soft texture to a rougher, edgier outfit or be a perfect companion to a boho look. Next, over-the-knee boots are a must have! They are so sexy paired with a skirt or dress and you can opt for a flat pair versus a heeled one. Third, I never got over the track sole trend. I think there's something very masculine AND feminine about it at the same time. I'd recommend looking for this kind of sole if you live in places with a lot of snow because it'll help you trek through it much easier.

Moving on! We have another suede bootie but this one has a skinny heel and fringe! Yes, fringe. Okay so you'll either be totally obsessed or totally grossed out. I think fringe is cute on shoes when done properly and the stiletto makes this pair less cowboy-ish than most. Next we have a bold, red combat boot...gorgeous and unique. You can pair it with an all-black ensemble or with your cozy sweater and leggings combo. Last but not least...for all the cutesy, girly girls out there, I think this black chunky bootie with the leather bow is just beautiful. Very feminine but chic. A subtle way to incorporate a girly element to any outfit.


There you have it. I hope you enjoyed this! Leave it down below and tell me what you're go-to fall boots are! Or send me a Tweet about how you would style any of those boots :)


Bye for now,
Jenn

If you've been following me for a while, you'll know that I do a lot of shoe posts because that's just what I'm into. So, today I decided to start a series called Obsessed (although I'm still tentative about it so if you guys have any suggestions for another name, please let me know!). Basically in this series, I will go through a list of must-haves in each shoe category, like heels, sneakers, boots, etc.


[1] United Nude Slip Ons in Navy Black White[2] Nike Toki Slip-On in Black White[3] Nike Roshe Run Print Sneaker in White Silver Black[4] Vans SK8 Hi Reissue in True White Premium Leather[5] Vans Classic Slip On in Khaki True White[6] Puma Classic Suede Sneaker in Grey Pink
I'm kicking it off (ha ha ha) with sneakers for the fall!

You don't need me to tell you that sneakers can be worn year-round and it's true for the ones I've selected above. But, I've chosen those specific ones because I think they'll be absolutely perfect for a cooler autumn. THESE ARE NOT NECESSARILY TRENDS. These are just sneakers that I love and wish I had (insert crying laugh emoji).

Black slip-ons are a MUST for fall. Why? You can wear them with ripped jeans, dark denim, light denim, leather shorts, leather skirts, white skinny jeans, flowy midi skirts...you name it! Go for either a leather/leather looking pair for a sleeker look or pick a sporty pair to add that down-to-earth vibe.

Next, white sneakers. Good for most of the year, though I don't recommend wearing them if you're in New England like me and winters = death piles of snow and slosh. However, for fall, choose a pair with a dark pattern or again, the leathery look. I find that the leather material makes the outfit a bit "heavier" and more fall appropriate.

Last but not least, suede! You'll either LOVE or HATE it. I think it adds a nice, warm texture to outfits, especially for colder months. If you opt for a taupe colored pair, you can wear them virtually all year. Throw them on with a white denim skirt and sweater or wear your favorite jeans and t-shirt to let the shoes do the talking!


What are your favorite sneakers for the fall? Let me know down below!!


Bye for now,
Jenn

I may have mentioned this once or twice in my blog but I am a huge fan of the Emilio Pucci brand. As I was window shopping on Gilt.com (because this is how productive I am on a day to day basis), I came across these drop dead gorgeous boots.

Here's where I found this. (If the link does not work, it might be because Gilt no longer offers these shoes.)
No long winded stories about why I like this brand. At least not today.

Today, I literally just wanted to hop on here and show you these babies so we can all take a moment of silence (or pretend to, if you're in a noisy area) to embrace the sheer beauty of these shoes.

OKAY.

So, here are the reasons.

1. It's a high heel bootie.

2. Suede upper.

3. Leather insole and sole.

4. Crocodile embossed.

5. Lace up.

6. Buckle flap with double buckles.

7. Exposed gold zipper in the back.

8. Skinny 4 inch heel.

9. How the back of the shoe curves in before the heel actually starts.

10. It's black.

Here's where I found this. (If the link does not work, it might be because Gilt no longer offers these shoes.)
Definitely not a shoe I'd opt to wear around campus because walking would be more torturous than any embarrassing family get-together.

However...these shoes are something I'd place in the wishlist category somewhere in my brain, stored away. If I had the money, I would literally just buy these to stare at in my own personal space and time...or use to wear around the house. Whatevs. That's normal.

I feel like in every post that I mention Emilio Pucci, I say I'll do a separate post eventually on all the glorious things I love about the brand and I promise...PROMISE...I will.

Eventually.

~Jenn

What are your favorite clothes to wear this spring?

Chiffon and sheer clothing seems to be the #1 trend/hype right now but I'm more into the cropped versions (they look cuter with skirts peeping out underneath!).

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Here are some outfits I would LOVE to add to my wardrobe.



With the weekend weather reaching up to 80 something degrees, I am definitely 100% ready for spring and summer! What about you?


Until next time,
{kissy faces}
~Jenn

I came across this picture on Tumblr, maybe a month or two ago. I actually already noticed this trend from a while back thanks to a Youtuber I follow.

These thinner-than-air rings exude delicacy and femininity but can be edgier depending on how you wear it. Like the picture below, some are worn closer to the top of the finger and worn in conjunction with other rings. I wouldn't categorize it as layering; it's almost...more sophisticated than that.

Either way, I am totally in love with this look.

Ideally, I would wear it with red nail polish (just like the picture) because red is classy and I just enjoy it. A lot. Throw on a silky smooth high-low chiffon skirt with a sleeveless button up shirt and a lace bandeau! Put a bow tie on if you're feelin' funky. Don't forget to wear your favorite flatforms (or just flats if you swing that way). Not into the high-low skirt trend? Heck. A nice pair of dark wash skinny jeans, brown suede ankle booties, and your most prized band tee and you'll still have heads turning your way! I promise.

source: weheartit.com, http://www.tumblr.com/blog/neu-w#

Fashion trends will always be hit or miss because everyone's tastes are completely different. At one point, I was obsessed with chunky statement rings but now I find them too bulky and bothersome. Sometimes, they're unbelievably tacky. I try them on and I feel like a 90-cents-worth hoochie mama/golddigger. I don't know!

These skinny rings are the exact opposite! And you know what? I bet in a few months, I'll start thinking they're weird looking or too dainty to wear. Bazooka! Why does that even happen.

Comment below! I want to hear what you guys think.


Until next time,
{chuu chuu}
~Jenn

When wedges and platforms make babies, flatforms are born!

Lately, I have been completely obsessed with flatforms; they are perfect in every sense. For short people like me, it's the best option. I can get the height I want without the killer foot pains. They're like flats on steroids. Now, for all you fellow shoe lovers, I know that there are ways to make heels feel comfortable and there is a special kind of empowerment that goes along with wearing those 4 to 5 inch feet assassins BUT I'd take flatforms and wedges over heels any day.

For me, comfort has higher precedence over beauty. If I don't feel good, I won't look good. How can you confidently walk down that bumpy sidewalk without fearing that your skinny little heel will get stuck in one of those god forsaken cracks?? I certainly can't. And with that fear, how can I possible exude any confidence?

In terms of trends, I have no idea if flatforms are super popular. I've seen them at H&M and I'm sure there are other variations available elsewhere. But actually, the first time I tried a pair on, I was at a DSW in some tiny plaza. They were from Big Buddha, suede inside and out, and they just rolled across the ground. Completely easy to walk in. It was unbelievable. I fell hopelessly in love.



source: weheartit.com, http://honestlywtf.com/cool-hunting/flat-formation/

I honestly think these types of shoes would look amazing with anything. Peplum skirts, maxi dresses, crop tops, floral dresses, silver jewelry, gold jewelry, who cares?? They come in a ton of colors and heights and designs. I just...love them.

What do you think about them? Tacky? Weird? Let me know!


Until next time mon cherie,
{kiss kiss}
~Jenn