Cubicle Cozy

While online window-shopping for today's outfit du jour last evening, Ryan said, "What outfit would you wear knowing the last days of nice weather are coming to a close?" My immediate thought was something flouncy, airy, light– yet, Fall. Waking up this morning to a grey, ultra windy, rainy 45º day I thought, "Eew. Grab a sweater."– thus, I added in a cardi. Today's look is inspired by the colors found in Essie's Fall nail polish collection (specifically school of hard rocks, cocktail bling and brooch the subject). I love the muted, etherial neutrals because they're not traditionally the tones I think of when I think 'Autumn'. Keeping the etherial theme, my styling inspo for this look is Emerson of EmersonMade-- casual curls that won't get hurt if blown around a bit outside.

The Breakdown:

Top: Anthropologie Serissa Tulle Blouse in Green, $118

Top: Zara V-Neck Cardigan in Ecru/Vigor, $49.90

Necklace: Etsy seller 'Magic Metal' Quartz Crystal Necklace, $24.50

Pants: Express Wide Leg Editor Pant in Cool Earth, $89.90

Belt: Express Adjustable Toggle-Hook Skinny Belt in Ivory, $29.90

Shoes: ALDO Moos Heel in Natural Print, $34.99 (*Clearance)

Total Cost of this Outfit: $347.19

On the edge of $350 is steep, yet not totally out of the park considering tailored pants and an imported top are a part of this ensamble. However, I have a few suggestions:

How to Save on this Look:

• So, the green imported top from Anthro is rather steep. I have a couple of substitutions:
• UO Kimchi Blue Handkerchief Top, $59
• UO Staring At Stars Eylet Blouse, $49.99 (*Sale) -- less sheer lace, and more of a  boho vibe with this one.
• And while the necklace isn't all that pricey, and I think is a pretty unique buy– you could easily swap-in something silver (or gold) of your own.
• You could opt for a black trouser vs. the earthy brown/grey pant shown. And, if swapping out your pants you could swap-in your own black belt as well.
• And finally, I love a patterned pump but it's not a necessary staple for one's show closet. Any neutral or nude pump would be appropriate.

If opting for a less-expensive lace top, like the links above and thereby going in the direction of cream/beige– consider pairing with a cardi or blazer with a more poppy color vs. ecru.