Tempted Tuesday // Let's Talk Fall - Wrap Up

Click here for all the Let's Talk Fall goodness in past posts

The first day of fall was on Friday & you know I donned a great fall inspired outfit.  I can not wait for layers to be needed.  This is my fave time of year!

Scarves, cardigans, boots, clogs, tights, socks, hats, large bags, & pretty much everything about fall makes me fall (lol) in love.  I hope that this fall is filled with lovely camping trips, beautiful bonfires, candle lit pumpkins, apple pie, coffee treats, crunchy leaves, & comfy clothes.

In preparation for fall I've been busting out all of my fall essentials including something I didn't share on the other Let's Talk Fall posts: the color Olive.  This color always reminds me of fall.  Olive on bags, tights, shoes, etc just brings a bit of left over summer warmth to an outfit.  Staying away from too dark of color during fall is really important to my style. Here are two bags (among many) that I love during the fall:

Where I Got Them

Thrifted with DIY chain :: Icing by Claire's ages ago

View more of my bag collection over on est. 1839

Here is a Let's Talk Fall wrap up for you:

Let's Talk Fall Recap by fivesixteenthsblog featuring pleated palazzo pants

I can't wait to translate all of these looks into fall fashion!

What are some fall staples in your wardrobe? 

What are you trying that is new this season?

Do you have a piece you wear over & over again?

Let me know!

Tempted Tuesday // Let's Talk Fall - Clog Mania

Last Let's Talk Fall post since fall is right around the corner!

Fall means the weather is getting colder, cardigans are getting thicker, jackets are slowly creeping into wardrobes, tights are covering bare legs, & feet are getting chilly.  For that past few years, fall to me meant seeing the leaves change on campus & finally donning socks!

I may be the only person in the world this happens to but around this early fall time, my feet can't decide if they are chilly or hot.  I can't stand it when my feet are hot & really concentrate on them if they are.  I get so distracted.  Clogs are the perfect solution to this because I can slip my feet in & out of them at the moments when my feet decide to freak out.

I am not sure if clogs are really 'in' right now but I sure do love them for fall weather.  I got a great platform pair from Arizona (above) at the thrift store the other day.  Platforms are not my first choice of shoes as I am already about 300 feet tall, but I thought they were interesting, in my size, & around $4.  How do you pass that up? I ventured to wear them to work today & I have to say that I can't believe I never did this before!  These have to be the best fall purchase I've made in a while.  I can't wait to see what these puppies look like with tights.

My first encounter with clogs: My mother grew up in the 70's & looking through her old photos I wish I were as tiny as she is because she had some style.  She had perfectly coiffed hair & a wonderful 70's vibe.  She also had a great pair of blue (suede-ish maybe) clogs.  She saved these all through high school, college, marriage & kids and one day she let me wear them.  They were a size 7 or so.  Guess what size shoe I wear? 9 - 10. Guess what great I was in when I wore these shoes? 5th.  Guess how sad I am that I have King Kong feet? a lot.  Anyway, I wore those clogs like they were going out of style.  They were sort of stiff, so I got a huge blister...but I loved them.  I wish I could still squeeze my King Kong feet in them.  But my new little pair rocks.

Here's some fall clog inspiration:

clog mania by fivesixteenthsblog featuring platform shoes

Do you love any particular style of shoe for fall?

Tempted Tuesdays // Let's Talk Fall - Hats Off

While it isn't quite cold enough for hats here just yet I am starting to think of all the wonderful ones I can either make or that I own.  I love that fall brings the opportunity to wear layers!  Blogger Amy of est. 1839 did a great post about some great products at target & one was a great hat!

I love being able to keep all cozy warm with a handmade or store bought hat.  But I tell you there is one thing about crocheting/knitting something that just keeps me extra warm.  So this Tuesday, these hats are all hats that I'd like to try to make!

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mad hatter by fivesixteenthsblog featuring a beret hat

I've always wanted to try a turban style hat.  I have no idea how to even begin.  All the ones I've tried come out looking insane!  Perhaps I will be able to get the hang of it eventually!

What are you wanting to make this fall?

Have you found any mainstream inspiration?

Tempted Tuesdays // Let's Talk Fall - Statements

Being bold is important to me in fashion.  Being unique is also important.  Which is why I wanted to mention that it's important to keep to your own style when moving through seasons.

Why not keep the boho & gypsy look through out the fall with statement pieces like layers of bangles, watches & rings?

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Statement by fivesixteenthsblog featuring cocktail rings

I am totally into gold right now.  Since I love layers, layering jewelry is just right!  Rings are my style & bracelets but layering necklaces look great.  

I can't wait to start layering everything!  Its still warm here, I let the puppy out this morning & was struck by a humid heat wave.  The nights may be cooler but the days are still pretty warm.  We just got a back patio set so it's going to be nice to sit in come cooler weather.

How was your Labor Day? Anything exciting happen?

Tempted Tuesdays // Let's Talk Fall - Rusty Hues

For the past few falls, warm rusty & honey colors have been all the rage.  Deep jewel tones paired with earthy hues are the best parts of fall.  This year Rusty Oranges, Deep Yellows, & Peacock Blues are all the rage.  I am also loving Earthy Browns & Olives in my color pallet.

the color or rust by fivesixteenthsblog featuring sheer tights

These rusty colors really get me in the mood for fall.  Jewel tones & autumn leaves really make me love fall.  I love to wrap up in my fave boyfriend cardigan & sport a nice rust colored accessory.  I am also digging Olive colors for fall.

Do you have a fave color combo?

What do you turn to?

Tempted Tuesday // Let's Talk Fall - Boxy Boyfriend Silhouette

This may not be a 'fall 2011' trend but boxy boyfriend cardigans are a staple of mine through out the fall.  Perhaps it comes from needing warmth in cold clay studios, but I love them.

Boyfriend sweaters go from easy weekend wear to preppy chic

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Boyfriend cardigan by fivesixteenthsblog featuring military tanks

This style can still be kept feminine with pumps or flats & jewelry.  It's also super comfy camping wear.

I love to wrap up in my fave boyfriend cardigan & step outside with a cup of coffee on those early, dewy fall mornings.  Its like a sense of home & warmth...I guess thats why I choose to wear them all the time.

Do you have a go to fall fashion fix?

Linking to Friday's Fancies over at Long Distance Loving!