I said it wouldn’t happen. I told myself I would hold out. But then I let it happen anyway. I broke out the “Fall clothes.” Part of me really couldn’t help myself. This adorable peter pan collar tee was one of my weekend retail therapy purchases, and I wasn’t about to let it sit untouched for a few more weeks. That would be silly, right? And wasteful. Really, really wasteful.
The burgundy pencil skirt on the other hand – well I have no excuse. It hadn’t seen the light of day since early last Spring, but I couldn’t imagine a better piece to pair with the top. And so my very first Fall outfit was born.
Are you Fall shopping? If so, are you saving the items for later or wearing them now?
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Top: J.Crew Factory Peter Pan Collar Tee, Skirt: J.Crew No. 2 Pencil (similar), Belt: J.Crew Turnlock (similar), Shoes: J.Crew Valentina, Ring: Stella & Dot Gilded Arrow Ring, Bracelets: Stella & Dot Christina Link, unknown via TJ Maxx, Earrings: Amrita Singh Lenora
What a great outfit, I love it! The color of your skirt is perfect!
I love this top! I have had my eye on it for a while and now I know I will love it! I have been shopping a bit for fall but I can’t seem to wrap my mind around the cold weather. It lasts so long here. I could live in shorts and sundresses all year:) Susan
Gorgeous! I LOVE the color of that skirt, and it looks amazing on you!
SOOOO CUTE!!! Great color combo and I don’t blame you for not waiting to wear this cute top. I have been good and haven’t done any fall shopping yet.
the collar is adorable, and I love the color of your skirt!
This top is on my wishlist and I have the exact same work. So you know I love this.
This whole combo is perfection. I’m so excited for fall outfits, but like you I’ve been trying to hold out. I’m not sure if I can do it anymore!
What a cute top with the peter pan collar! It’s been in the high 80s here the last few days so I’ll be saving my fall stuff till it’s cooler out.
-Sharon
The Tiny Heart
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I haven’t started fall shopping yet, I think I’m in denial that it’s right around the corner. Love this entire outfit, you look so pretty and classy. LOVE the skirt.
xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
You look so elegant and chic! I’m still holding out my fall outfits, but I don’t know how much longer that will last!
That skirt fits you perfectly! And I love the peter pan collar!
Oh, you’re making me want to get out my fall things! The color combo is perfect! I have been purchasing a little here and a little there, leaving them in bags. When I emptied the bags and hung it all up the other day, I realized it’s nearly enough for a whole fall wardrobe. Oops!
I don’t blame you for pulling these things out! So gorgeous, I REALLY REALLY love the Peter Pan collar top!
Burgundyyyyy! Ha ha 🙂 Love the look, I’ve still been pretty good about not going too “fall” with my clothes until mid-September
You (and some other Bees who live in the Richmond area) have gotten me addicted to J Crew. It’s sad that I spend enough time on their Factory site that I knew your shirt was from there, haha.
easy elegance! and such a lovely top!
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a possible fantasy
Absolutely love this outfit. STunning. I have a metallic belt on must have list for Fall. Great look.
Don’t forget to stop by and link up today to my weekly Tres-Chic Fashion Thursday Link Up.
Agi:)
vodkainfusedlemonade.com
I love that outfit! It’s perfect for fall and looks adorable!
I caved this week too and broke out some fall pieces 🙂 This is SO cute…that skirt and top were definitely made to go together!
Annie
The Other Side of Gray
This whole look is SO great. I am 4’11” so I could never pull this off, but it looks so chic on you!
Gorgeous! I’m totally into oxblood nails for fall!
How cute is that top?! Yay I love fall!
The skirt color is fabulous. I’m not ready for fall!
We would not want to be wasteful, you did the right thing.:) ha! I just love this look!! The top is adorable!
xoAmy
http://www.dreamingincashmere.com
these colors are perfect for fall! honestly that’s one of my favorite things about fall! the clothing!
UM. Yes, YES AND YES TO THIS! I LOVE it!
Hey! I totally love that skirt – such a great look for work and one of my favorite colors to wear! If you’re interested, I’d love for you to join my Ready For Work Link Up – I think this outfit would be a perfect contribution. (Found you through Mix & Match Fashion) – thanks for sharing!
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You look cute and the outfit is a classic.
Love it!! That top is adorable and it looks fantastic with the pencil skirt. I am trying really really hard to savor the last bit of summer (especially since it won’t even start cooling off here for at least another month), even though I am really anxious for fall!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
I am TOTALLY shopping for fall! I picked up TWO jackets this week! Awe, love when the seasons change for fashion, but my bank account doesn’t! I would not have been able to wait to wear that top either…so fun!
That oxblood is so stunning for fall, just wish I looked better in the color! This is a stunning fall look!
xx, Emily
shell chic’d
Great top. Oh how I wish I could dress for fall.
I love this top paired with your pencil skirt, so cute and classic! Thanks for sharing your look with Three-fer Thursday 🙂
xo Bethany
http://www.perfectlycoutured.com
Embrace the fall wardrobe!! I am so in love with your skirt. I’m thinking about checking out the longer version to see where it hits me, i think it looks fantastic on you!
-AJ
FitTravelerAJ.com
I hope oxblood is still “in” because I think it’s a gorgeous color!
Hello my perfect outfit! ill forgive the fact that its fall…. 🙂
Chic, gorgeous, perfect. This is totally something I’d wear to the office if I still had a corporate job. Sigh… I miss skirts and heels.
This skirt is beautiful but stop rushing me, but it is not fall yet!
xx
Kelly
Sparkles and Shoes
I’m loving your shirt so much!! I’ve definitely started fall shopping 🙂
xo,
Angela
I love burgandy for fall! this whole outfit is super cute! My new philosophy why wear later when you can wear now lol I used to save items but sometimes the perfect moments may not really come. So I dont anymore lol
love those pumps too.
Dee Of Ms Dee Kay
Lovely! I adore this color! Great blog! Im stopping by from the aloha hop! Kallie But First, Coffee
Thank you so much for stopping by, Kallie! Hope you have a great weekend!
I hear you! I just want to bust out my fall clothes too! And you know what…I think the time is right:)! I love your peter pan color top and oxblood pencil skirt:)!
Gorgeous style! Do link up to #fashionfriday if you fancy: http://mummysgotstyle.com/lady-in-red/
You look fantastic!!! love your top. 🙂
I absolutely love this look! You look fabulous, I just randomly found your blog and noticed you’re apart of the Southern Blogger Society as well! So nice to see that!
Check out my blog for some new fall looks!
http://www.shadesofstyle-lj.com/
xo jackie