The Best Drawstring Utility Jacket For Fall

Maroma – Running Out

 


 

I love utility jackets and even though I already own several of them, I added one more to my collection. This brown/camel drawstring utility jacket is of such an amazing color – not only perfect for Fall but also for matching with other outfits. I love the length of this jacket and I have to say it’s pretty warm. The best thing about it though, is its price because it’s under $30! I wouldn’t think twice about this one! If you’re interested in other colors it comes in, check below. Unfortunately, this particular color, for some reason, is not listed on the website, but I linked another utility jacket, almost identical to mine, with the same camel color.

Under my jacket, I’m wearing a nice beige sweater that comes in several colors and is only $9.99! My skirt is orange and I thought why not wear it with the jacket for a nice contrast of colors. They go well together I must admit. 

My brown bag is a match made in heaven with this jacket so you know that’s the bag I’m going to wear every time I wear the jacket. Sadly, the bag is from last year and they are sold out, but I listed the store I got it from.

Last, but not least, my polka dot mustard headband is everything, and guess what, it’s only $2! When I go to the mall and see the prices of those headbands, I wish everybody knew how cheap they are in the store I get it from because seriously they are even better quality than the headbands that cost over $20! And with the coupon below, you can get them for under $2.  For that price, it’s worth trying.

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Jacket – in my color here

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From Day to Night – Mauve Sweater

 

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Boots – similar here and here

 

 

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Boots – similar here and here

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Brown has many names: tan, mauve, chocolate. I’m really into mauve a lot lately so I bought this very beautiful and soft mauve tee/sweater I thought would go with many outfits. Here are two day to night options featuring this amazing lightweight sweater that is only $10!

The first look is a day look and it consists of this beautiful mauve color sweater that I paired up with a pair of white jeans and a brown vest. The white jeans make the sweater pop and the darker brown vest creates a nice color block illusion. My brown ankle booties are old, but I found two similar pairs that would also complement this whole look.

The night option consists of the mauve sweater paired up with the oh so trendy nowadays leopard print skirt and brown accessories. I think it looks really nice altogether and it looks elegant, yet simple.

So there you have it – two ways to wear a simple mauve sweater.

Color Blocking Is Back – Fall Trend 2018

 

How do you feel about the color blocking trend? I’m actually loving it, but I don’t think I could pull off some of the looks as they can be pretty bold. I guess it depends what colors are mixed together. I definitely like to see all the Autumn colors together because these are the ones that are usually toned down; for example, beige and brown, or mustard and burgundy. The more funky combinations (neons and bright colors) on the other hand, would be good when you want to add a pop of color to one color outfit. It’s definitely a nice trend to play around with and I love how you can find so many color blocking pieces out there not only featuring interesting color combinations but also different shapes and color blocking patterns. That being said, I’m leaving you with these fun color blocking pieces that I see myself wearing. Which one is your favorite?

 

 

Colorblock Cable Knit Pullover

Colorblock Zip Up Hooded Jacket

Striped Colorblock Turtleneck Sweater

Original Colorblock Short Boot

Faux Fur Color Block Coat

Robinson Colorblock Leather Wallet on a Chain

Color Block Soft Faux Fur Shell Coat

Faux Suede Colorblock Mini Skirt

Woven Heart Colorblock Poncho

 

Rust/Orange Corduroy Pinafore Dress

Bloom – The Paper Kites

 

 

I think this outfit embodies all the characteristics of Fall colors – orange, amber, tan, brown and black. You can call me Miss Autumn if you will haha. Anyways, surprisingly, all the colors go together really well and I like how this outfit turned out.

Let’s start with the dress. This rust/orange pinafore dress is everything I wanted in a pinafore dress. I love that it’s corduroy and its color is absolutely perfect. I also like the silhouette of this dress that accentuates your curves, unlike all the other pinafore dresses that are usually more baggy and loose fitting. This one is definitely nicer in that regard. Last, but not least, it keeps you warm. The fabric is really thick and because of the covered back, it adds an extra layer of clothes on a cool day. I cannot recommend this dress enough. 

I paired it up with a nice colorful striped mock neck turtleneck that is only $10! And how well does it go with the dress? There couldn’t be a more perfect match to it, in my opinion. I already heard you like it too so go and grab one for yourself. It also comes in a different set of colors. You can wear it so many different ways, either with jeans or skirts, and you already know it’s amazing to wear under pinafore dresses. 

Speaking of accessories, I have to talk about this fabulous black swan keychain for only $3! No joke! Where else would you get a keychain that looks so good for only $3? I love keychains because you can accessorize all your bags with them and they add that extra something to your entire look.

My earrings are old, but their leaf shaped style go great with any Fall outfit. This pair in particular, was a perfect addition to my outfit. 

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My New Purchases – September 2018

 

Draped-Front Cardigan

EveryWear Striped Slub-Knit Tee for Women

Striped Turtleneck Top

Knit Sweater Beige

Striped Mock Neck Top

Stretch-Knit Long-Sleeve Top

Lettuce Edge Mock Neck Top

Mid-Rise Utility Pixie Ankle Chinos for Women

 

Let me start this post with good news! With the exception of the Mid-Rise Utility Pixie Ankle Chinos for Women, all the pieces I’m sharing with you today are $10.90 and less, because I wanted to show you how you can get some really cute outfits for Fall that are affordable at the same time. As you can see, there are a lot of Fall colors here.

The Lettuce Edge Mock Neck Top in apricot will be great color to match with a brown cardigan, for example. The same goes for the Stretch-Knit Long-Sleeve Top . I love its mauve shade that simply screams Fall and it’s for sure a great basic top to have for Fall as you can pair it up with jeans or skirts.

Another great basic tee is the EveryWear Striped Slub-Knit Tee for Women. It’s perfect for a casual day to wear with a pair of pants and jean jacket, for example.

The Striped Mock Neck Top features some great Fall colors, from burgundy to orange and I’m planning to wear it with a nice pinafore dress and a cute hat.

The Striped Turtleneck Top in black and white is such a classic turtleneck that I think everyone should have in their closet. You can wear it with black jeans, corduroy or suede skirts for Fall and more.

The Knit Sweater in Beige  is only $9.99 and it comes in several colors. I got it in basic beige because it will go with pretty much anything.

I also love the  Draped-Front Cardigan in mauve. I have several of these from previous years and it’s something I usually throw on when it’s still pretty warm outside. You can put a nice short sleeve top underneath and it’s a nice cardigan that will add a chic and stylish accent to your basic outfit.

Last, but not least, I really like the Mid-Rise Utility Pixie Ankle Chinos for Women. I love the olive leaf print and the fact that it’s in green – perfect for Fall.

Drawstring Waist Denim Coat Perfect For Fall

The Cure – Friday I’m in Love


 

 

What a perfect denim coat for Fall! I can’t say enough good things about this coat. First of all, how often do you see a long jean jacket in a store? These coats are difficult to find  and mostly everything available is the short denim jackets. This one has a perfect length so it easily mimics a rain coat or any lightweight coat for Fall. I wore it today along with a pair of green rain boots since it was raining all day but you can easily wear it with a pair of ankle booties or boots.

This black and white striped sweater I’m wearing has these red sleeves that you can see were sticking out of the coat, which in my opinion, added a nice pop of color to the whole outfit. The leggings are also denim and with the navy cross body bag, they were a perfect match to the color of the jacket.

 

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Scarf – similar here

Waterfall Collar Suede Coat – Beige and Brown Fall Outfit Idea

American Authors – Best Day Of My Life


 
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I’m in love with this waterfall collar suede coat! It’s lightweight and fits great and it’s just what you need to add to any fall outfit. If you’re wearing jeans, leggings, a dress or a skirt, this suede coat will complement any look. The color will go with any color palette so you will always coordinate with whatever else you’re wearing. Also, this coat is a steal for only $19!

I paired it with brown leggings, and a brown long sleeve tee that comes in 9 additional colors, and my new pair of beige booties. They are very comfortable and the details on the side are really cool too. I can’t find the same color online though, but I linked the store where I got them from, so you can always check if they are still available there, which I know they are. For now, you can get them in black and brown online.

This brown cross body bag I got a while back will never go out of style and when Fall comes I wear it with almost every outfit.

 

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Sleeveless Jersey-Knit Swing Burgundy Dress

Vance Joy – Riptide

 

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Fall dresses are my favorite, especially the burgundy ones. This one is pretty warm but it’s sleeveless so it’s perfect for pairing up with a cardigan on a cool Fall day. This particular color is sold out and I believe you can still get the same dress in grey, but there are so many burgundy dresses similar to this one, that you can easily recreate this look with any other burgundy dress.

I’m wearing this dress with a burgundy asymmetrical and very lightweight cardigan that I purchased last year but any other cardigan will do as well. My shoes are still sandals because it’s not that cold outside yet.

For accessories, I opted for a pair of burgundy stud earrings (for $5!) and a burgundy bracelet (now 50 % off), so yes, it’s a very burgundy look.

 

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Cardigan – similar here, here and here

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Other burgundy dresses for Fall:

My Latest Purchases – September 2017

Softspun Marled Joggers

Softspun marled joggers

 

Softspun Marled Joggers

 
 

Softspun Dolman Tunic

Softspun Dolman Tunic

 

Softspun Dolman Tunic

 
 

Mini Hoodie Dress

Mini Hoodie Dress

 

Mini Hoodie Dress

 
 

Floral Self-Tie Mini Dress

Floral Self-Tie Mini Dress

 

Floral Self-Tie Mini Dress

 
 

Contrast Lace Dip Hem Swing Dress

T-Strap Pointed Toe Flats

 

T-Strap Pointed Toe Flats

  

Crossbody Purse

Crossbody Purse

 

I haven’t done a post about my latest purchases for a while and since I’ve bought a lot lately (surprise, surprise) I decided it’s time to share. Some of the things I purchased are already sold out so I’m only listing the ones that you can still get. The Softspun Marled Joggers comes in four colors and they are the softest things ever. They are going to be perfect for Fall with a pair of sneakers and a jacket for a casual day. 

I fell in love with the Softspun Dolman Tunic as soon as I saw it. It’s also very soft and long enough to wear with leggings. I actually got it in pink and it comes in several great colors. 

The Mini Hoodie Dress comes in this beautiful burgundy color that I love. I don’t have to tell you how suited this is for Fall. Again, I’m planning to wear it with leggings, but you can also wear it as a dress with tights. 

The Floral Self-Tie Mini Dress sports the most beautiful lavender color and is very light and breathable, which will be perfect not only for now, but also for warmer weather. For example, when it starts to transition from Winter to Spring. 

You’re already familiar with the T-Strap Pointed Toe Flats as I wore them in my latest outfit post (check it out here). I love the blush color and I have to say they are very comfortable. They are perfect with jeans for transitional weather. 

Last, but not least, the Crossbody Purse in beige is something that I don’t have just yet, but it’s coming in mail very soon. I don’t have a bag in that color and I thought, because it’s nude, it will go with many different outfits. It also comes in three other colors. 

There you have it, the perfect six for Fall.