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The Endless Versatility of Riding Boots
If you have been reading Faintly Familiar for any amount of time, you may have noticed that in the winter and fall months my shoe choices become a little bit more limited. A major reason for that is related to the weather, cold and snow can get pretty brutal in the Midwest. Despite this, there is one shoe that never fails me in the moments I need it — riding boots. In my humble opinion, riding boots that somehow end up working for all kinds of different styles. Going for a country chic look? Riding boots will fit that. Heading to a college football game? Riding boots will fit that.…
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Mad About Fall Plaid
Plaid is definitely something that you will see quite a lot of during the fall the season. However, there are some ways to change up this typical pattern for the season! Today I want to share a take on the plaid that we have all become familiar with. Sherpa has made, what I would call, quite the surface in fashion. It feels like there is everything you could imagine being sherpa lined including gloves, hats, and jackets. However, the sherpa item you will be seeing most frequently is the sherpa pullover. Which brings me to the new twist on plaid that we are talking about today. In a unique twist…
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The Two Toned, Double Trouble Sweater
Today, I want to share a not-so-spooky sweater that is perfect for the impending holiday season! Since Halloween is over, many people here in the United States are gearing up for another big holiday — Thanksgiving! This two toned sweater is absolutely perfect for both that holiday and this whole season of the year! Two toned colorful looks are always a lot of fun! The interesting part about this sweater in particular is that the colors used are just slight variations of the same shade. Besides that, it adds a certain level of sophistication to the two toned looked that we often see take a more bubblegum, candy type of…
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My Favorite Corduroy Jacket
Corduroy has made a surprising surge for the fall fashion trend of 2019! I am not only impressed by this highly underutilized fabric, but I am also pleased with the appreciation it is finally getting! This fall 2019, we are seeing corduroy being used in a number of new and exciting fashionable ways. Between pants, hats, and jackets like the one I am wearing, corduroy is making fall fashion a lot more interesting! It is so easy to mix and match a class sweater with corduroy pants or a white t-shirt with a corduroy jacket. The way I styled my look was with a classic white t-shirt and pair of…
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Crunching Leaves & Color Block Fall Sleeves
Depending on where you live in the world, you may be noticing that the leaves on trees are in the process of changing from a vibrant green to burning orange. Pretty soon they will be gently floating to the ground, and the window of the fall colors will be over. So, it is now that we should embrace these tones and colors, and we should wear them until we absolutely cannot anymore! Embracing those autumn tones is exactly what I have decided to do today! This classic sweatshirt top I am wearing today has the perfect fall palette for this time of the year. A deep blue or classic navy…
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The Mixed Print Cardigan
There are so many ways to keep warm during the fall season. A denim, leather, or corduroy jacket are all popular and classic options you will see a lot this season. However, there is another way that is equally classic and on trend to stay warm this autumn. I’m talking about a cozy cardigan, of course! Cardigans are the perfect addition to any look and really can complete an outfit if worn correctly. There are a ton of cardigan styles to choose from, but there is one particular trend in this layering department — the mixed print cardigan. This particular trendy item is something that will be making a lot…
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A Vintage Puff Sleeve
The runways have been full of interesting shoulder designs, and it has inspired me to transform this spring 2020 trend into a fall 2019 look! Last week in the Look Book I talked about the 80s inspiration that is showing up in shows like the Versace’s spring collection. However, today I am talking about a more vintage look that involves echos of the 40s. I love all things classic, especially classic films. So it probably comes as no surprise to you all when I say that the 40s inspiration for the shoulder designs we have been seeing more of is one of my fashion trends of the future. The main…
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Vionic Autumn Ankle Boots
I have some exciting news for you all! My obsession with autumn ankle boots has finally found the perfect match! The folks at Vionic Shoes were kind enough to send me a pair of their new autumn ankle boots so I could try them out. Now that it is officially fall, the weather here in the Midwest is actually getting a bit chiller outside than what it has been. So I have tested these Vionic ankle boots and they are wonderful! Not only are they super comfortable, but they are chic! Vionic shoes are a brand I have grown up with because they are supportive of the back and legs.…
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Elegant Scallops
Tomorrow marks the beginning of the best time in the entire year — fall! This is my absolute favorite season for many reasons, but one of this reasons is certainly the fashion. The colors that go along with autumn are some of the most lovely shades of each variety and they mix well together, too! I cannot think of a better dress to kick off this new season than this burgundy, scalloped dress! Burgundy is such a flattering color on everyone and it always makes for an elegant look. This particular dress is designed to be a scalloped t-shirt dress which makes it a pretty great choice for the warmer…
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Fall in Love with This Autumn Dress
Fall is my absolute favorite season is by far fall! There is nothing I love more than dressing for this season, but that awkward weather time between summer and fall can be rally difficult to find clothing for sometimes. If you are as ready for the fall season as I am, I have found the most perfect transitional dress for you! The flowing material of this dress makes it perfect for a casual day anywhere. With the sleeveless design, you can wear this fall dress on those last few hot days of summer. However, when does become a little colder outside in the fall you can always throw on a…
