Because it’s rainy, and because all I want right now is a hot, creamy bowl of chicken and dumplings, and because it’s really starting to feel a lot like fall around here…
Let’s talk about fall. Let’s talk about new, crisp, fall clothes. I love this time of year- bundling up in layers of corduroy, sweaters, and scarves. I’m completely in love with the delicious berry colors that are oh-so-popular right now.
Here are some fun new fall pieces I picked up this weekend with my mom- we headed out to the mall and shopped that place out! ;)
Ok, it was mostly Ann Taylor Loft that we shopped out. I love that place! :) I stuck mainly with layers I could mix and match- more bang for the buck! ;) Tank tops under sweaters, cute tees that can be worn now while it’s still warm, then layered over a long sleeved white tee when it gets cooler, and warm, gray corduroys that go with everything.
Here’s a closer look…
1. Maybelline Expert Wear® Eye Shadow Quads (Natural Smokes)
I saw an ad for this in InStyle while flipping through the magazines the last time I got my hair cut. I instantly fell in love. Let me tell you. I know NOTHING about makeup. Literally. Nothing. Especially eye shadow. For the past 5 years I have been wearing blush, YES blush, as my eye shadow. I just threw it on. The lid, the crease, the brow bone, everything. I longed for those smoky, sultry eyes, that just popped (Jennifer Love Hewitt’s look on Ghost Whisperer, anyone?). I even watched a youtube video on how to get that look. It helped a little. But this. This eye shadow. It does everything for you. It comes with four coordinating colors and it tells you exactly where to put them: lid, crease, brow bone, and corner. It even shows you a picture on the back of EXACTLY where to put each color! Just what I needed! I need someone to hold my hand and walk me through every baby step when it comes to makeup. Sure, I can dive into pages of of gnarly CSS, HTML, Javascript and PHP when it comes to blog makeovers. But makeup?? Real live makeup? Hold me. This eye shadow does just what I need.
2. Folklore Paisley Scarf from Ann Taylor Loft
Love this scarf! Love it! Fell in love with it immediately. Everything I bought for fall goes with this scarf. People are going to get sick of me wearing this scarf! :D I even wore it to dinner with friends last night, even though the temperature outside was a balmy, 75 degrees. Help me.
3. Bolero Dropped Shoulder Cardigan in Cedar Heather from Ann Taylor Loft
Sooo soft and cozy for layering over tank tops and tees! Goes great with jeans and cords.
4. Chiffon Trim Cami from Ann Taylor Loft
Very comfy, and the pleating across the chest is actually very flattering. I got a couple of these in different colors for layering.
5. Corduroy Modern Boot Leg Pants in Shadow Grey from Ann Taylor Loft
I like corduroy, but what I loved about these was the COLOR! It’s a really warm gray- immediately draws you in- and it goes so well with the pinks, creams and purples. These pants will definitely be getting their wear this fall!
6. Coach Penelope Op Art Clutch – from the Coach Outlet store in Foley, AL
Kevin’s mom bought this for me over the summer when we went to the Foley Outlet Stores. Now talk about shopping that place OUT. We spent eleven hours there one Saturday. Yes! ELEVEN HOURS!! :) I went there specifically to go to the Coach outlet store- I knew I wanted a small clutch, just big enough for my keys, cell phone, and monies. I LOVED this one, but I wasn’t so sure about the color. I wanted something to go with everything. I’m not one of those trendy, chic gals that changes my purse with every outfit. Although I wish I was. I really wanted it in just the classic, Coach brown. But this purple was what they had. And it was on sale. And it matched the outfit I was wearing that day. And I really, really, liked it. And Kevin’s mom offered to buy it for me. :D It didn’t take much to convince me. :D And you know what I discovered? That purple really does go with just about everything I own. It looks warmer with warm colors and cooler with cool colors. And I was just tickled pink (purple??) when I realized how well it would match my new fall getup!
7. Victoria’s Secret Beauty Rush Lip Gloss
I hardly ever wear anything on my lips, and only lip gloss when I actually do remember to throw something on before running out the door. But I got a free sample of this lip gloss at the store one time and I really liked it! It gives my lips just a hint of color and a shimmery, glossy sheen. Not clown like. Not ultra fakey wet dripping supermodel like. Just right. And after flipping through the catalog at Ann Taylor Loft, and seeing how *every single one* of their models was wearing that berry pink lipstick color (that matches the tank top), I decided to follow the fashion trend- I got this gloss in Cupquake- the perfect pink to match my fall colors. Plus, I had just gotten a pedicure with OPI’s Pink Flamenco, which totally also matches! ;)
I needed a new pair of fall jeans, and the ones at Ann Taylor Loft fit me really well, but… Well. The design on the back of the jeans was… Well to be honest. They were butt ugly. *snicker* Get it? Butt ugly?? Ahem. Sorry… I just crack myself up sometimes. *SNARF!* Get it?? CRACK?? *wiping tears* Okay, I’m back. Anyway. Yeah, I really liked these jeans. Hey, if they gotta have a design on the back, might as well be cute right?? ;)
9. Fleur Applique Graphic Tee in Vintage Plum from Ann Taylor Loft
Love the color of this shirt, love the pattern, and hey! It matches my new jeans. ;) Can be layered over a scoop neck, long sleeve white tee for cooler days, or under a warm cardigan for even colder days! :)
Okay. That was fun. :D If you made it this far, thanks for sticking with my fall fashion rambling! ;) But what I really want to know is… What are YOU wearing this fall??! :) Or what do you WISH you were wearing this fall?? I would LOVE to see a blog post of your favorite fall pieces! :) Polyvore.com makes it super-easy to put together ultra-stylish collections. Hope over there and check it out- and if you post your collection on your blog, leave me a link! Pretty please? I wanna see!! :)
Love all your choices and the Coach is great.
You have such great taste! I love every single piece.
LOVE the clothes and makeup! They make me want to go out now and get them!!! Thanks for sharing!!!
Such a FUN blog entry!!!
This made me totally want to go shoppppping :)
Reminded me of being a teenager again getting ready to buy back to school clothing….but with much better taste!
YOU having much better taste that is…haha…was worried previous comment came out sounding reversed of what I was saying :)
I so look forward to your updates. Love all of the products and pieces that you chose! Your blog is so amazing. I have got to figure out how to make mine look better!
oh my goodness. what font is that? i just fell in love
Amanda – you are styling now! Makes me want to head to the mall with my birthday money. Thanks for the great post!
You are a riot, Amanda! Love the new wardrobe! You go girl … btw … LOVE Ann Taylor Loft!
I have VS beauty rush lipgloss with me at ALL TIMES :) Love it! you’re going to get hooked… just warning you. Hehe.
ps – I’m slightly obsessed with the hannah vanilla font.
Love your new Autumn wardrobe! I love layering and pieces that interchange well.
Like Dawn, I am wondering about that font. Also, wondering what app you are using to post your blog to Facebook?
Danielle
I have some ATL coupons just burning a hole in my wallet. I love their stuff this fall too! You have given me some inspiration!
Thanks for sharing and the jean comment cracked me up. Thanks for the laughs too. I just love love love your website!
Hey Amanda! I am sure you will look great with the new eyeshadow, but I had to tell you that the time you posted just you with no makeup–it was a jewelry giveaway–very stunning! So now you have to post a pic of you all dolled up in your new duds, K?
Amanda!!
I LOVE YOUR CLOTHES! (and the scarf too… i’m addicted to scarves and of course matching toboggins (spelling??) in the winter!!) The colors you picked are gorgeous…. However, the only thing i’m going to be able to rock this fall is MATERNITY CLOTHES… Any suggestions on CUTE, AFFORDABLE , MATERNITY CLOTHES???? Looked everywhere and not much luck so far. Love the eyeshadow too ( :
love it all!!!
Love all your choices!! I seriously need to do some Fall shopping…not one thing bought yet.
Oh my gosh Amanda… how cute are you going to look.. I love it all.. but love love love the coach bag. : )
K- mine aren’t necessarily things I’m wearing this fall, but more like things I’m lovin’ this fall :-) http://kadeemorrisondesigns.blogspot.com/2009/09/things-im-in-love-with-right-now.html
I LOVE scarves and have worn them for years. I am glad they are returning. My 3 daughters have been borrowing mine for years so theirs are vintage. My middle daughter was surprised to see a couple of my “old” scarves were at the Hot Topic stores. Cool!!!
Hey girlie…I was inspired by you…http://simplelittlejoys.blogspot.com/2009/09/my-dream-autumnwinter-wardrobe.html
LOVE the new clothes! I wish I were wearing something along the lines of what you have picked out. Sadly… I’ll be stuck in my frumpy, ill fitting maternity clothes again for most of the fall. I can’t wait to get back into regular clothes!!!
Amanda ~ I LOVE getting your emails – you totally make my day each & every time!
Thanks!
Hi Amanda!
Wanna know what I’m wearing for Fall?
Visit me at: http://luvnthejourney.blogspot.com
Wanna know what I’m wearing for Fall?
Visit me at: http://luvnthejourney.blogspot.com/2009/09/what-am-i-wearing-for-fall.html
I haven’t done any shopping for myself, other than lusting over these Fluevog boots .
loved it! I just wanted to share a link to my blog with my wish list! :) thanks for such a great read, and I love the scarf!
http://victoriafeger.blogspot.com/2009/09/amanda-inspired-me.html
God bless!
I want want want the
“Georgio armani teal and blue booties ” from the http://www.polyvore.com site. They are my fave color. Love your fall picks too.
Love it all…makes me want to shop. Don’t you just LOVE the outlet mall in Foley?? We go to Gulf Shores every year and I try and spend AT LEAST 1 if not 2 days shopping there!! They have the best stores!!
Thanks for sharing
okay… love the new wardrobe! but what about some new shoes? boots? the new wardrobe isn’t complete without a hot pair of heels or boots.
and I must know… what font did you use for the “Fall Collection” label??? I love it!
beautiful! great taste :) love the colors!
I love ALL of those items. PLUM is definitley IN.
My favorite are the #8 jeans with the design on the pockets.
I WANT THOSE! I dont have a butt so those will camouflage what I dont have
AHAHAHAH
Those are so cute! I so want that clutch. My fashions are so basic. I don’t dare do all those cute things.
that joke was hilarious! :P no really! :D great, now I’m making it sound sarcastic. :\
Your new background for your blog is terrific!
It seems to be inspired by that fun scarf you love.
I wish I could edit my earlier post- but I looked back at the scarf- did you scan it to make this background?
Amada, what a nice surprise to see our button on your blog!! We are so increibly excited and honored that you would include us!! With most sincerity, thank you! War Eagle!!
Amanda, what a nice surprise to see our button on your blog!! We are so incredibly excited and honored that you would include us!! With most sincerity, thank you! War Eagle!!
Just found your blog!! SO jealous that you have a LOFT near you. I have NOTHING here in Midland TX and it is just not as fun ordering online!!!!
Love it ALL! And thank you so much for putting my button on your site, I was thrilled to see it there!!! I am so addicted to visiting here and seeing what new things you have posted. Rita
I am seeing green! wow what a shopping spree! great looking fall clothes! love your new background – I was trying to find a link to this scrap kit then seen that you scanned in the scarf – wow
might be an idea for another tutorial – scanning things.
have a great week-end
New look . . . I guess it goes with your new look collection for Fall. Awesome!
Hey there! I’ve fallen in love with your site!! well “sites”. Everything you do is so amazing and inspiring! Just thought I would drop a little hello a let you know how much I love your new layout (I’m working on putting together my own right now…it’s slow going but i’m starting to get the hang of HTML) and EVERYTHING in this post is to die for :) Keep doing what you’re doing I love it!
I own #8 and I love them!
What a great post! My brother-in-law is from Fairhope – so my sister always stops by the Foley outlets whenever they got to AL! I’ll have to send this post over for her to check out.
I loved the tutorials on the fonts. I’m still playing around with them but thanks for the directions! I’m planning on using the fonts on both of my blogs:
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Oooooooh, Manda, your blog is adorable! I love the new look! And your new fab fashions are so cute! I also am lovin’ the plum and berry tones of this fall… whew! Totally awesome. :)
Julia
I love your blog! That eye shadow looks like a must have for me!!! Have a great day
i love the new look for your blog! it’s so fun for fall :)
Amanda, I wish I were young and thin, you dress like I would!
I enjoy your blog so much I gave you an award, you can check it out on my blog
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hugs, Barb