stripes and dots

top: vintage but similar here | blazer: Target | jeans: Madewell last seen here | shoes: BCBGeneration | hat: Target but similar here | belt: vintage J.Crew but similar here 

Lately I have been feelin' the basics. I am loving my white jeans more and more. I have been drawn to more navy, black, gray and tan combos. This look is such a fun pattern mix. I love mixing up polka dots and stripes. There's always something about mixing prints in the same color tones that gives a look a pulled together feeling. 

xo,

cait

new hairs

top: J.Crew | skirt: BCBG MaxAzria  | shoes:old from Target but similar here | necklace: etsy

As I showed you guys yesterday - I've been wanting to go red from these gorgeous pictures. The rich red color feels a little fall to me, so I grabbed some pieces to wear now that I thought would be great transition pieces. The black and white gingham is a great classic that I highly recommend anyone buying. This skirt I found this weekend for a steal! It will be great with fitted sweaters, tights, and boots this fall. 

What are you excited to wear this fall?

xo,

cait

becoming pepper potts

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So, I have been feeling the itch to go red for a little while. I found all these gorgeous images on Pinterest. They feel like a great transition for fall, do you think!? 

I texted my awesome hair gal a few of the pics to see what she thought and asked her "What do you think? Can we do this!?" And she was totally on board! I was so excited!  

I hate to leave you hanging, but, tomorrow you will see the new do:) Oh and I got a new nick name from the new due - Pepper Potts, and I don't hate it. 

xo,

cait

mix up

shirt: old J.Crew but similar here | skirt: old J.Crew but similar here | heels: BCBGeneration but similar here | watch: Michael Kors but similar here | earrings: J.Crew but similar here | ring: J.Crew but similar here 

This look was inspired by the cooler weather we have been feeling in KC.  I'm excited for the leaves to turn and the pumpkins lattes to enjoy. You can pair a stripe knit with a navy skirt - the skirt can be cotton, wool, or lace. 

How would you mix stripes and textures?

xo,

cait

the real life jasmine

Hello G.U. readers!

I talked my sweet friend Laura into being on the blog today. She wore this awesome outfit to work, and I died, and knew I had to have it on the blog. I mean, how cute is she!?

First all, I am loving the 'tude and second, the pants, amazing. Oh, and those shoes...stop it! I'm obsessed. She is killing it. 

Below there are links to her gorgeous pieces.

top:  H&M | Pants: Target | shoes: Anthropologie | sunglasses: Target | purse: Francesca's Collections | earrings: a gift but similar here 

After Laura wore this great look to work - I saw this great layout on pinterest! How cool!

Would you wear the slouchy pants trend?

xo,

cait

scalloped chev

blouse: Made | pants: J.Crew | heels: J.Crew similar here | earrings: etsy | bracelets: BCBG MaxAzria, Kate Spade, and Charming Charlies

This look was created around this wonderful top. A friend at work wore it, and I almost fell out of my chair when she walked in. A little over the top, maybe, but I mean I just love it. The scallop edge paired with the chevron stripes. Love. This beauty is now only $17.99 - insane! I paired this top with my favorite classic cropped black pant - the J.Crew Minnies. If you don't have a pair, I highly recommend that you go get a pair. They are great with a silk blouse and pumps, or a tee + cardigan and ballet flats.

What are your current obsessions?

xo,

cait

vintage midi

top: J.Crew factory | skirt: vintage similar here | shoes: BCBGeneration similar here | necklace: J.Crew | watch: Michael Kors but similar here | sunnies: Ralph

These pieces are classic. The crew neck cotton sweater and the a-line pleated midi skirt are great pieces you can buy in any color to wear over and over again.

What classic pieces are your go to's? 

xo,

cait