HORIZONTAL STRIPES

Horizontal Stripes by lafemmekatrina featuring GAP accessories

Horizontal stripes are usually part of every seasons trend. My favorite - grey stripes. They're less harsh than black on white and don't look as mime-ey.

Another one of my favorites - jumpers, or summer dresses that can be used as a jumper. Layering a black top underneath extends the life of the dress.

Dress 1: These stripes are more bold, so I kept the top simple and added matte yellow tights for excitement. Black open toe-d pumps finish this look.

Dress 2: Here the stripes are softer, so I used a shirt with more character, and some floral tights to add some texture. Pastel pink open toe-d pumps keep this look from pushing the edge too far. The shoes in with the soft grey and the femininity of the top and tights.

Dress 3: This dress has more design elements in addition to the stripes so I kept it simple with a plain black turtleneck and matte black tights. Fuchsia pumps bring some interest in the lower half of the body.

WORK MONDAY: WARM AND COMFY

It's been warmer than usual for this time of year (at least in upstate New York), but many businesses turn their heat on in October.
Here is a look that can get you through the confusing weather.

I decided to use some embelished flats. They're literally all over (at good prices) and an instant classic. Don't worry, you'll be wearing booties soon enough (and getting sick of them).

Keep a stock of medium to thick knit tights in Dark greys and black, they'll go with everything and extend your summer/fall wardrobe into winter.
Since they're thicker (and make make your legs look thicker too) try looking for the kind with vertical stripes.

Warm and Comfortable for Work by lafemmekatrina featuring Monsoon shoes

BEAUTY: PEACHY PETALS

Peach Petals, Beauty by lafemmekatrina on Polyvore.com

This is one of my favorite color combinations. Warm toned iridescent pinks and black (or grey). Make your eyes as dark as you want and still wear other makeup without feeling over done.

This is a great clothing color combo as well.

Grandma is a Rockstar by lafemmekatrina featuring Vero Moda accessories

ULTRA MODERN

I love this outfit, but it's around $3,000. I wanted to figure out a way to create a similar look using pieces that didn't look like direct knockoffs.

Finding accessories was easy, but I had to get creative with the dress - the centerpiece of the outfit. I was lucky enough to find a dress in a similar color with some drape. I added a long sleeve top in a similar grey with a grey scarf to continue the drapery.