Cozy Fall Accessories

It's been so long since I posted! I promise I do not plan on posting less during the school year. It's kind of you either get quantity or quality with blog posts and I'm still working on that balance. Althought quality seems super important when I'm in design classes during the day.

So while I'm working on that here are some really cute and cozy fall accessories.

{zigzag scarf, gray knit scarf, fox fingerless gloves, brown bag, printed loop scarf, polka dot socks}

Window Shopping

There's no other way to put it, I've been window shopping - something Tim would not like to hear. I don't really like new clothes that come out in between seasons. I don't want to be done with summer yet and the fall colors are not appealing. So, I browsed the jewelery.

{1,2,3,4,5,6}

If you follow those links you'll know they're all from Topshop. I also came across these "bra covers" on Topshop and had a good laugh. Who knew?

A Bit of Glitz

There is just something about this picture that I came across on Pinterest. I just can't stop looking at it.

While I love to photograph, there's no way I'd actually wear that skirt on a plain old day. However, this picture has inspired me to add a little sparkle to each day/outfit. I've also rediscovered the joy of plain red nails, like I mentioned in this earlier post. So I'ved pulled out a few spakley accessories on days that I wear plain basics.

This necklace is one of my al time favorites. And it was under $15 from Forever21.

Each of these rings are beautiful on their own, but I love pairing them together.

Shady Style

I love finding unique accessories to put more of my own flair in to an outfit. And since summer means I'm wearing less layers, I definitely keep my eyes peel for statement pieces. I always keep my eyes peeled, but I can be a little picky, particularly with the price. Especially with sunglasses, I'm rough on them and they break easily, plus they always get misplaced or forgotten. I've always had the price cap of $10, sometimes $15, until I found these.....

They're $40 (from justfab.com) and I'm doing all that I can to find a cheaper pair with a similar style. So far no luck, but I'm hopeful!

Dainty Rings

I used to be the biggest ring person, and the bigger they were the better. However, ever since I got engaged it felt weird to wear other rings. It literally took me months to wear a cocktail ring on my right hand! Lately though, I've been wearing just my wedding band, so I feel like I can put other small rings on my left hand. So I started looking on Etsy, and found these:

All three are on my wish list now. I like that they're better quality than Forever21; it's always nice when your rings don't turn your fingers green.

Rings {1,2,3}

Back In Black

I got back from my trip to Chicago last night and it was so wonderful; I love being such a short drive away from my sister. I'll be honest though, I crashed when I got home. I don't know if it I didn't sleep well or if it was something about the drive, but I was wiped out!

After my vacation and week of resting last week it is definitely time to get back to reality. And just in case I wasn't sure of that, I woke up to find my bathroom light fixture full of water and dripping on the floor!! So while I wait for my building manager to come I thought I should get to work on my blog.

I wanted to find some fun black items for summer. Black is the last thing I gravitate towards during these hot months, but it makes for a great accent piece and/or staple that could stay stylish for years to come.

I realize the nail polish and mascara are a stretch - but they are new finds for me that I really love! The Sephora matte top coat would also look amazing over black polish.

{find them here 1, 2, 3, 4}

Pinterest Love

I love Pinterest! I spend lots of time on there finding adorable outfits and cute craft ideas, there are so many awesome pictures out there. I literally have over 2000 pins, so I wanted to share a couple of favorites at the moment with you.

Don't worry more the Surviving a Late Night will continue, I just wanted to still do these smaller posts too.

Jason Wu for Target

I don't know if you've heard but Jason Wu is designing for Target. I was super excited when I heard this and even more excited when I found this link! You can read more information from that blog, but I wanted to pick out my favorite looks, ones that I will definitely be checking out.

Simple Cuteness

I came across these adorable, simple jewelery pieces last night and had to share them. I, like so many other girls, have jumped on the mustache-love bandwagon. I am still looking for a great mustache piece to buy; I'm not sure if it's going to be a mug or a ring or a necklace like this. Too many choices!!

These items caught my eye because they're so feminine but on a small scale, which is much more my style.

(all are from Forever21)
Bow Necklace - $1.50
Mustache Necklace - $2.80
Love Ring - $3.80

Monday Blues

We all get a case of the monday blues at least once in a while, so why not make them a little prettier? 

The Essie nail polish is actually my favorite blue polish. Nail polish seems a little silly to spend a little extra on, but I love Essie's colors and their quality is one of the best. I can find it for $7.50 at CVS, although their site lists it for $8 and I paint my nails at least twice a week, so it's worth it for me.

Forever 21 best - $6.80

Alloy top - $19.90

DSW high heels - $44.95

Essie nail polish in Mezmerised - $8.90