#it's harvest time!

This past weekend I went to a U-pick apple orchard and mini pumpkin patch. I went to Clearview Organic Orchard, it was so pretty and 100% organic. It was also a relatively warm day which was out of the ordinary for a Mid-October afternoon. This place is extremely friendly, the guy who greeted us  was very informative about the history of the orchard, the process the farmers take and to top it off they have beautiful picnic tables throughout so you can bring your own lunch and have a beautiful picnic in the orchard.  Best part is that you only pay for the apples you buy, no paying for parking or for the picnic, you can save your money for the amazing honey, juices and apples!

Now I was planning for it to be a but cooler but my outfit wasn't to warm and still very weather and event appropriate.
I wore a Chambray shit, skinny army green utility pants and brown oxfords. I accessorized with a brown belt and my rose gold Michael Kors watch.
Here are similar options of my outfit choice:
Chambray shirt:
J Crew's options are always a perfect fit and shade:

I also like Gap's Options, more affordable but just as stylish

Skinny Cargo Style pants:
The ones I purchased were from Old Navy, super comfy, stylish and the price was right:

Or you can invest in these beauties from Piperlime:

And Finally the shoe options: you can either wear booties or oxfords. I love my oxfords, they are worn in and light: I got mine over 2 years ago from Nordstrom but here are similar options:
The first two are from Nordstrom:
Franco Sarto "Tevi" flat:

Miz Mooz Oxford flat:

And Lastly from DSW Shoes: Mercanti Fiorentini Oxford

These are probably my favorite and the closest to the ones I own. I love the classic oxford look, makes any outfit a bit more polished.







I hope you liked my outfit and I will talk to you all soon!

#Like walking on a cloud

Shoes, shoes and more shoes. If I have an obsession it is definitely with shoes! I am pretty sure I only work to feed my shoe obsession. I always say that I am going to law school so I can one day afford all the shoes that my heart desires.
In my opinion, the worst thing that someone can do is wear a spectacular outfit and then ruin it with a horrible pair of shoes! Shoes make an outfit, trust me, it doesn't matter if you have an expensive designer outfit, suit, or dress, if you have poorly matched or old, ratty, unflattering shoes on, your outfit was worn in vain.
So ladies and MEN, yes men to, it is important to invest in a few timeless pairs of shoes. Don't get me wrong, I'd advocate buying all types of shoes but I feel like the basics is a good starting point.
Girls the colorful, sparkly or platform shoes are cute but DO NOT replace the classic shoe with them. A beautiful classic shoe DOES NOT make you look old or out of fashion. On the contrary, it will show sophistication and endless class. Trust me class is more valuable than momentary sexiness.
Men as well, you need at least one fabulous pair of dress shoes, you never know when someone important glances down and notices your shoes.

Your outfit and shoes are your first impression before you open your mouth. So if you tend to have diarrhea of the mouth, maybe you need to make sure that your outfit makes up for what your mouth will screw up for you, joking....but not really.

Looks are not everything, but caring about your appearance doesn't make you vain, it means you appreciate and respect yourself!

Now I know that shoes, classic shoes, can cost a fortune and I am currently saving for the loves of my life the Christian Louboutin Black Pumps. However, I do know how to be reasonable since I will have to save a years worth to buy those Christian Louboutins, so until I can afford those, these are perfect alternatives for women and for men.

Boutique 9

Alice + Olivia
A little twist to the classic pump, but still oh so sophisticated!

Stuart Weitzman (one of my favorite designers, pumps are so comfortable!)

Stuart Weitzman has such classy and clean cut pumps, I have these in brown and absolutely need these in nude and black. I have back problems and "try" to find heels that are classy and comfortable, and these feel like you are walking on a cloud. 


NOW FOR MEN: Be forewarned that I have an obsession with men shoes as well, especially Hugo Boss, they have the perfect dress shoe and his suits are amazing, but that's for another post.

BOSS Black
My advice for men's dress shoes, if you are on a budget, instead of going to Nordstrom, try Nordstrom Rack. They have the same shoes for a much more affordable price. The rack also makes sure to carry an abundance of Hugo Boss shoes for men, in case you were wondering what to get that special father in your life!

For the men that don't like the cap toe look I present the BOSS Mettor Apron Toe Derby.









I have been referred to as the "google of men fashion", any guy that needs advice on what to wear and how to dress their body type just tells me and within moments I have a long list of outfits that are perfect and within whatever price range they give me. I may love shopping for men more than women, so expect a few men fashion posts soon to come!