leopard print in Napa

I can't remember the last Halloween when it was ridiculously sunny and in the high 60s. But that's probably also because I've never spent Halloween in California, where such things are possible. We did two vineyard tours/tastings back to back, which made for a very full afternoon. At one of the vineyards, they let us eat grapes off the vine. Most delicious. things. ever.

(Yes, I always carry bags this big. If it can't fit half my life, I can't use it.)

The scenery was incredible. Occasionally this meant driving up very, very windy roads. I have a thing about heights, so that wasn't cool. But the wine and the view were spectacular once we got to the top.

leopard-print button down (old from J.Crew, similar here) // Banana Republic navy sweater (old, similar here) // Banana Republic jeans // nameplate necklace from Etsy // Ray-Ban sunglasses // Michael Kors watch // JPK bag (this one is another great option)

loving leopard

leopard print button down (old, from J.Crew Factory- also love this one) // black skinnies // boots (last Fall season- also like these and these) // new ottoman (I also love it in blue velvet!)

I've been wearing a lot of leopard lately, so naturally I've been hunting for the perfect leopard coat to wear when the weather gets chilly. But I'm debating on whether to go tailored trench or fun and fuzzy.

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one // two // three

This one is fun and looks really warm, but I'm not sure about the fuzziness of it. This one is a contender (especially if it means I can wear long gloves a la Kerry Washington), as is this one.

outfit: transitioning into Fall

The weather in Boston has been perfectly Fall - crisp air and cooler temps - but not without some warmer days thrown in the mix. I started to transition my closet from Summer into Fall, but those warm days are tossing a wrench into my typical closet-turnover plans.

A good chambray works all summer and makes its way into the next season easily with darker pieces on the bottom. I've been loving these leopard loafers lately, wearing them for a pop of pattern with all solids or as a neutral when I need it. Leopard is a neutral, right?

Old Navy chambray shirt // Banana Republic black skinnies // Bamboo leopard loafers (these are fun too) // Michael Kors tortoiseshell watch

outfit: flowers and bows

The weather in Boston has been a little crazy lately - 65 degrees one day and 90 degrees the next. I love sleeveless shirts because I can easily layer a blazer or jacket in the office and not swelter walking to my car.

bow bracelet (old, similar) // Banana Republic black pants // floral top from Marshall's (similar here)

outfit: mint, pink, black and white stripes

One closet staple that every girl should have is a good blazer, especially to balance a skinnier pant for the office. Even though my office is pretty casual when it comes to dress, I don't want to be anywhere near "that girl" - you know, the one who wears leggings with a shirt that barely covers her butt.

This mint green blazer has a bit of stretch to it and a fun striped cuff, so it isn't anywhere near part of a skirt suit (which I promise I never wear).

I'm not normally one to look for a shorter heel, but these Sam Edelman striped slingbacks caught my eye a few months ago. 

Cynthia Rowley top (found at Marshall's- similar here and here) // Vince Camuto blazer // Banana Republic black skinnies // Sam Edelman "Orly" slingbacks (unavailable - similar here and these are fun too!) // Loft necklace (similar)