There’s really no rhyme or reason to this week’s finds other than a collection of little odds and ends that bring a smile to my face and would, of course, be lovely additions to my wardrobe.  Just between you and me, I’ve already purchased this dress and this top!  They are both wallet friendly and, most importantly, supremely comfortable, flattering, and stylish.  (Stay tuned for future outfit posts!)

Style Notes: Topshop Texture Stripe Shift Dress $76 / Mossimo Sleeveless Peplum Top $22.99 / Kate Spade Goreski Glasses Ring $48 / Mossimo Ankle Pant $27.99 / Kate Spade Sweeten the Deal Idiom Bangle $44 (an extra 25% through 3/1) / Old Navy Printed Chambray Shirt $19.50 / Anthropologie Minted Peplum Skirt $98 / Mossimo Half Back Zipper Fit and Flare Dress $27.99 / Topshop Jollie Glitter Sole Heels $124

Plaid is a classic print that transcends the passing of time and trends; depending on the color combinations it can range from preppy chic to cool mod to a touch punk.  One of my favorite things about plaid is that it coolly straddles the line between the masculine and feminine (like that great bow tie from local company, Dapper + Dash), which means no matter the garment it can be easily dressed up or down.

Style Notes:  Lands End Women’s True Slim Caroler Pants $49 / Land’s End Women’s Bow Front Flannel Blouse $39.99 / J.Crew Collection Janey Printed Flats $248 / Gap Plaid Academy Blazer $98 / Topshop Plaid Skater Skirt $72 / Dapper + Dash Huckleberry: The Scottsman Bow Tie $42 / J.Crew Perfect Shirt in Ivory Tartan $88 / Kate Spade Plaid Foxtrot Hill Alexie $148 / Madewell Plaid Trousers $104.99 /  Hazel Plaid Coat $139

Burgundy, oxblood, maroon, ruby red…whatever name the fashion industry chooses to call deep red colored garments and accessories we are absolutely crazy for the hue!  It’s the perfect blend of moody and sophisticated to usher in fall and when paired with the right garments or accessories it can carry you through a multitude of holiday soirees!

Style Notes: Baublebar Red Gem Bloom Bib $34 / Madewell Counting Sheep Sweater $108 / Topshop Toplock Bowling Bag $76/ Arturo Chiang Avia Pump via Piperlime $59.99 / JCrew Pleated Sweater Skirt $79.99 (currently an extra 30% off!) / Anthropologie Sequined Jacquard Dress $228 / Essie Leading Lady $8  / Modcloth Collar Me Maybe Flats $29.99 / Topshop Clean Felt Hat $50 / Kate Spade Small Square Studs $38 / Loft Marisa Straight Leg Corduroys $59 (currently 40% off!) / Pim + Larkin Polka Dot Crew Cardigan via Piperlime $47.99

Sequins get kind of a bad wrap.  My guess is most women, while fond of sequins, find them a tricky or frivolous purchase because they appear exclusive to evening or special occasions.  So while you might admire them from afar, you don’t really purchase sparkly garments all that often because they seem impractical.  I totally get it; sequins can quickly take one from a sophisticated and fun girl to a Vegas showgirl.

The trick, then, lies in being thoughtful about the type of sequined garment one purchases and the amount of sequins one wears, especially during the day.  To remain sophisticated and fun, a quirky little tank under a solid colored blazer or a sequined blazer paired with a simple tee can be toned down with a great pair of skinny jeans and an ankle boot while a fun clutch or sequined boot can add just the right touch of sparkle to an everyday outfit.  I even think the sequin dress could be worn during the day; I would just throw a crisply tailored blazer over the top to add a little structure and to help tone down the sheen.  Another great thing about sequins during the day is that you don’t have to really fret about which accessories to pair with your look; just let the sequins do the work!

Style Notes: Old Navy Sequin-Front Jersey Tanks: $15 / Marc by Marc Jacobs Brush Ankle Boot Low Shaft High Heel Boots: $239.99 /  Old Navy Sequined Wristlet Purse: $18.50 /Loft Goldtone Bow Belt: $29.50 (currently 40% off) / The Limited Sequin Jacket: $148 / Topshop Sequin Peplum Top: $64 / Ark & Co. Golden Goddess Dress: $99

Gap Floppy Sun Hat: $34.95/ TOPSHOP Small Plastic Oval Sunglasses: $32/ Target Xhiliration Juniors Sleeveless Romper-Navy Dot: $21.99/ Old Navy Women’s Straw Basket-Weave Tote: $22.94/ Forever 21 Women’s Crossed Strap Sandals: Neon Pink: $16.80

Kate Spade Mom Always Said Bangle: $58/Topshop Embroidered Organza Dress: $120/ASOS Bug Buckle Metal Belt: $27.27/Zara Flat Jelly Sandals: $89.90/Bauble Bar Spearmint Bauble Bib (pre-sale: early June): $36/Piperlime House of Harlow 1960 Riley Clutch Handbag: $225/Piperlime Michael Kors Runway Watch: $250/Kate Spade Bar None Huggies Earrings: $58