Early fall outfits are on my mind
Happy Pumpkin Spice Latte Day! Some say, that officially begins early fall…so early fall outfits are on my mind.
I am so happy to have early fall outfits on my mind, because I always reach this point, and find myself really, really tired of summer.
And, Pumpkin Spice Latte Day makes me smile…though I do not drink as many as I did in my past….but one or two works for a little fall celebration.
Something else that works for me this year is to shop my best colors in my Spring Palette for early fall outfits and to look for these colors in pieces I can wear now…in a warmer early fall climate.
I have one find for you today that really made me smile….so come along to see why Early Fall outfits are on my mind.
EARLY FALL OUTFITS ARE ON MY MIND: TERRA COTTA
This top, specifically for my early fall outfit, is a new favorite, and once I found it I wore it several places.
I love the fall color, and soft, cool feeling of wearing it now…I would describe it as a tunic more than a blouse.
I stopped by one of my favorite places on Saturday…Addie’s Boutique and her store was bursting with early fall outfits.
There are so many boutiques that I have been into which are quite, still, and have little activity or have interested sales associates.
Not at Addie’s. When I went in on Saturday, there was a pop up shop inside with Abilene Candle Company (I picked a wonderful autumn cinnamon-y scent for my candle called Gather).
I will write more about the candles later…the owner is so cute and fun.
But, many ladies were there…trying on early fall outfits…and eating cookies baked by Addie’s mom, Betty Jo….there was even a sugar free cookie!
It was a girl-party…and I love it. She has a big stuffed ottoman, that I would sit on all day, if I could, and talk to women about the outfits they try on.
So, I began to look around and my eyes fell upon the red tunic by Shana.
I wasn’t sure red was right. Addie keeps the color palette books in store…so she went and got the spring book, and said, “Let’s find out!”
And sure enough…the top matched the Terracotta color perfectly.
I will be wearing this with brown, blue, denim, and ivory pants…I am going to see what it looks like under a long cardigan as we move into cooler weather.
Addie introduced me to the Shana brand and right now I have a few of their tops…love the creativity and the fabrics are divine.
Remember, she does ship…you can always call her at 325-704-6013…this is the Airflow Ruched Top in Rust.
It is not currently on the website…but she will know or talk to you about anything on her website.
Now, I have scored one of my best colors that will work well for early fall outfits.
EARLY FALL OUTFITS ARE ON MY MIND: ACCESSORIES
When I was in Dillard’s recently, I had to stop and admire the Patricia Nash handbags to go with early fall outfits…they are beautiful.
But, I think Patricia Nash bags are always beautiful with exquisite craftsmanship.
Here are three of my favorites from that display.
I love this new print called the Tuscan Fields Print….it is a teal background with wildflowers. They also have a scarf in this print.
The top photo is PATRICIA NASH KELMSCOTT FRAME TUSCAN FIELDS PRINT CLUTCH.
This one (my favorite) is PATRICIA NASH CURRY TUSCAN FIELDS PRINT TOTE BAG.
Remember, I live in West Texas and this bag would be perfect with early fall outfits.
This is the PATRICIA NASH VIONE COW PRINT FRAME SATCHEL BAG.
Thank you for joining me today for how early fall shopping is on my mind.
I will be organizing my current early fall outfits this weekend and moving some items around…I always gain new inspiration when I do that.
Now, you go out and have a happy Pumpkin Spice Latte Day! Hope to see you tomorrow…until then…
BE THANKFUL AND KEEP SMILING!
By Pamela Lutrell
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I love your top and the red is a gorgeous colour on you. The right red can be tricky to find but you found it. Also, you are so lucky to have found Addie’s store in your new home town.
So glad that you found a top that you love.
I agree- welcome fall!
I really am blessed to have found this little community within a boutique. Addie is a true gem.
Can’t come fast enough for me, Susan. Thanks for being here.
That top looks very nice on you. The color is definitely the right color for you.
Addies was a great find for you. What a lovely store.
I’m so ready for fall fashion! I absolutely loved that Liverpool Los Angeles jacket. I have a deeper brown shacket from the same brand in that same fabric and it’s a flattering cut (for a shacket) and it’s worn like iron. I sure wish I needed another jacket :)! For your pumpkin spiced lattes, look into the Silk zero sugar oat milk creamer in vanilla cinnamon. It’s made with stevia (a natural sweetener) and is only 10 calories a tablespoon. Stir in a bit of pumpkin pie spice with this in your coffee and enjoy it all you want. My best find of the season.
It is a lovely store…thanks Paula. It is easy to shop for our best colors…just takes a little more effort.
I believe I am going to do this! Thanks Linda!
Finding your red top is a great treasure. I know you will enjoy it for some time and many occasions. The details really caught my attention.
Such a lovely color on you in the new top from Addie’s. I love fall and pumpkin spice lattes. You make me want to jump in the car and drive to West Texas from KY to shop in what has to be such a warm, encouraging atmosphere at Addie’s. We have a “cool spell” here for a few days; makes me want to do all things fall.
I wanted to pop in here and thank Sydney for her tip, in particular, in that she has also made do without a dry cleaners. 🌻 Thanks!
Pam, your little gem of a shop there is so wonderful. Each time you show pics from Addie’s, I find myself zooming in to look closer (today the marled green cardigan on the table, the cute necklaces on display). Totally agree about wanting summer to taper off, as I am also ready for all things fall. Will be lining up for my first PSL later this morning, but will also give Linda’s suggestion a go. Have a great day!
Love, love, love the blue blazer and scarf you are wearing in the last photo! And the equestrian motif handbag is perfect for fall!
It was the details that first caught my attention as well, Audrey. I like something that is a different.
We have one on the way for the weekend and that is perfect timing for me. Kickoff to college football and kickoff to my fall decor. I cannot wait.
You as well Connie!
I love having those pieces in my fall wardrobe. The blazer and scarf were purchased a couple of years ago in the Talbots Red Door Sale. And my bag was a gift from Patricia Nash a few years back…I love to bring these out when the weather gets cooler.
Hi Pam,
The Tera cotta color looks great on you. also like the handbags shown. Fall is coming soon!
Yes it is! We have cooler terms coming this weekend and I am thrilled!
I love that beige jacket! It looks like a cooler tone which I can wear. Addie’s is a jewel in your town. You are so lucky to have found her. Her business model with the color palette labels and having the palette books to compare the color is such a valuable tool. You know that the red you chose is the right red for your complexion. You will enjoy a lot of wear out of it. I still love you in that blue outfit on the last photo. The one with the scarf. You just glow in that outfit.
I am so envious of your cute boutiques. no such luck for me in my small Northwest town. We have two boutiques. one is trying, but the quality of the clothing is off. I brought home a sweater that literally grew every time I wore i th. and no it was kept folded. The other boutique never changes its types of clothing. Just tunics and pants. Always the same colors, which alas are not my colors.
Here in central Indiana, we have been enjoying a taste of early fall weather for several days, so I am more eager than ever to think about dressing & decorating for fall. Like you, I am tired of my summer clothes & decor. It happens every year. I must tell you that I am envious of you for having such a lovely store like Addie’s in your town. There is really nothing that compares to it near me.
That is actually a good blue for me…thanks Sydney…I love that outfit as well.
So sorry about your boutiques, Kathy. There are several here, but Addie’s has captured me and helped me in this place where I came knowing no one but family. She has been amazing.
Prior to moving here, I had not experienced a boutique like Addie runs. She should write a seminar for boutique owners and share how to do it successfully. Let’s get our decorating done soon, Becky!
Its a joy finding the perfect red in time for fall. I had a meeting today and wore our Bry Walker red linen blazer over an leopard blouse with copper linen pants. I’m liking red with animal prints a lot. What a treasure Addie’s is. Fall was definitely in the air this morning and we stayed in the 70s today. What a relief. Thanks to all who shared tips for caring for cashmere at home.
Addie is truly a treasure, not only for the merchandise she carries, but more importantly, for the friendships forged there. Finding a top in the perfect red for you is such a great bonus! I envy those in our community that are already experiencing fall weather, but I have high hopes for the predicted cool front this weekend. Are nighttime low dipped to 73 last night, which is a good sign. Normally it is still 90° at midnight and might get to 8283 by sunrise. I’m going to join you in doing a Labor Day closet reorg and Hope to create a small capsule wardrobe of fall colored pieces that work when it’s still 90°. My greatest challenge is that most of my fall colored jeans still don’t fit, but cooler temperatures will bring more opportunities for walking. I look forward to seeing how you incorporate your new “spring” color palette into your fall closet.