It really started to feel like fall this past week in Dallas! Every morning I wake up early to take my cup of tea out to the back patio and play with Bear – my high-strung, ball lovin’ German Shepherd. For the first time this season, I needed to pull out my slippers and coat. I love it! It’s those quiet, peaceful moments in the morning that I look forward to before my day starts.
With the cooler weather, comes the cozy knits. I have a large collection of sweaters but to me, each one is so different and can be worn so many different ways. My favorite style is always the chunky, loose-fitting cable knit. They are perfect by themselves, like I’ve worn here, or layered over shirts and under coats, like here. I recently found this cable crew neck (currently on sale) and love how versatile it is.
One thing I love about fall dressing is being able to wear all of my favorite pieces, like chunky sweaters, and the weather is still so beautiful that you don’t have to bundle up. My corduroy skirt (last seen here) is getting so much use this fall. I’m still in love with the rich color and how it pairs perfectly with all of my sweaters.
Last but certainly not least, we need to talk about over the knee boots! I have been hesitant to go full in with this trend because I wasn’t sure how I would like them. The one pair that I currently have (seen in this post) are amazing but such a challenge to put on. The last thing I want to do every morning is wrestle with getting my boots on when I’m running out of the door.
One thing I like to invest in is my shoes. It’s really true that once you have worn well made shoes, it’s hard to go back. There are just some styles that are worth a little splurge and boots are one of them. I wear them every day in the fall/winter months so I need a pair that is not only versatile but can hold up to the wear. These Stuart Weitzman Lowland boots are 100% worth their investment. The material is so supple and luxurious and slide on with ease. Something I wasn’t expecting in OTK boots.
I have so many different styles of black boots from ankle to OTK with almost every heel height, but I still decided that my money was best spent on the black pair. I couldn’t be happier with my choice and know I will get so much wear out of these beauties.
Hopefully the fall weather is finding you where ever you are this week. I did a guest Q&A on The Coffee Fella yesterday talking about my growing love for coffee so be sure to check out his blog. Thank you so much for stopping by! Happy Monday! xo Bryn
Shop the Look:
Sweater: Banana Republic, Skirt: J.Crew, Boots: Stuart Weitzman Lowland (similar less expensive), Bag: Saint Laurent (similar less expensive)
I am so loving OTK boots and I really love it with this skirt! So cute!
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Thanks so much Rach! They are such a fun piece I had to show them off! xo Bryn
What a beautiful look! I love your skirt!
xx Kathryn
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Thank you so much Kathryn! xo Bryn
I am so obsessed with this whole look, Bryn!! That little purse.. OMG! Also, your pics are so beautiful. Love that location! OTK boots is the one thing I don’t have yet but need to ASAP!
Thank you so much Mary! Your comments always brighten my day! xo Bryn
I absolutely love your OTK boots! I never bought a pair last fall, although I love the trend, but I’ll definitely have to find a pair for myself this year!
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Yes you do Courtney! I didn’t invest last year but I’m all about it this time around! xo Bryn
Seriously ADORE this look!! So perfect for fall!!
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Thank you so much Chloe! Loved your post yesterday! xo Bryn
I love love loveeee this outfit! You have gorgeous eyes! 🙂
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Thank you so much! That is such a nice thing to say! xo Bryn
OTK boots make me all kinds of happy! I splurged on this same pair at the start of the season and they are a favorite. Perfectly styled with your skirt and sweater. And aren’t fall mornings on the porch the best?!
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Yes! They are! I’m glad you are loving yours too! They are such great boots! xo Bryn
I have been going back and forth for months on whether or not to buy these boots! They looks so gorgeous, but I am slightly worried about the suede. I live in a place where snow is on the ground 7 months of the year, and suede is very sensitive. It’s killing me that where I live is affecting my OTK choices!
xx Victoria
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I can totally understand that! But I will say the material is so amazing and very high quality so I would highly recommend them! I think they will wear very well! xo Bryn
I absolutely LOVE your Stuart Weitzman boots! I have always loved the over the knee boot trend for the season 🙂
It’s such a fun look! I’m hooked! Thanks so much Meghan! xo Bryn
Happy to hear you find the Lowlands worth the investment — I’m saving up for them as (hopefully) a Christmas present for myself. 🙂 Hope you had a good Monday, Bryn! x
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They are well worth it Jen! It was a question mark for me when I ordered them, but I truly want more colors now! xo Bryn
Cute! I love pairing my mini skirts with OTK boots or thigh-high socks!
Lindsey
The Fashion Barbie
I love the thigh-high socks, so cute! Thanks so much Lindsey! xo Bryn
I just splurged on a pair of lowlands and I’m so excited to wear them this season! They look great on you!
xo Jen
Skirt The Rules
Thats awesome! I think they are well worth the splurge! Thanks Jen! xo Bryn
I love your otk boots! Your whole outfit looks great 🙂
XO,
Emily
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Thanks so much Emily! I’m sold on OTK boots now! xo Bryn
This is such a beautiful fall look, and I just love the location you’re at! x
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Thank you so much! xo Bryn