WHAT I AM WEARING:
Banana Republic Outlet Dress (similar) (similar) // Papaya Jacket (similar) // Forever 21 Heels (here) // Mint Sugar Boutique Necklace (here) (similar) // Sam Moon Clutch (similar) (similar) // Forever 21 Glasses (here) // Forever 21 Bracelet (here) // Stella & Dot Bracelet (similar) // T and J Designs Watch c/o (here)
Houston, we have a problem. Okay, maybe it's technically not a problem, but I just realized this is my sixth post in less than than two weeks that I have either worn or chatted about neutral colors. Where did Shanna go? For those of you that have been reading for a longer length of time know I like color....red, orange, blue, green, yellow, pink...all of the rainbow. Why all of the sudden have I gravitated toward a basic palette of black and browns? Am I playing it safe? Have I lost my luster? Am I becoming Drab Deb?
Maybe I am being dramatic here. I honestly think it boils down to my new rule of remixing for the fall. I am no longer purchasing pieces that have a summer ring to them. I am fully focused on adding items for the upcoming season which mostly consist of neutral colors. I am by no means saying that I am ready for summer to be over, but subconsciously I guess I am over it.
Isn't it crazy how our minds shift so quickly just by what we see and read? Everywhere we turn, all things fall are in our faces. Things I pinned on Pinterest this time last year are resurfacing again. People are repinning what was posted last November and style inspirations from 2012 are popping back up in my feed. I think we all have the same thing on our brains; a new season is upon us.
With every new season comes change. It's human nature and doesn't just entail fashion. Our taste buds crave different foods. We long for different aromas (insert pumpkin spice). Our sights are set on bonfires, football and the upcoming holidays. Think about it. How has your brain reprogrammed in a few short weeks? It's mind blowing how we change our way of thinking once September rolls around. There is just something special about the ninth month of the year. I guess it's kind of like April when we shift back to bright colors, flowers and neon pink nail polish.
Is is just me or has your brain done a 180 degree turn in the last few days too?
P.S. If you have few seconds please vote for me in the Nordstrom YOUphoria Fashion Face-Off challenge going on now. If you live in the Houston area, mark your calendars to be at the Nordstrom Houston Galleria on September 12th at 6:30 PM for a fashion event I am co-hosting. I would love to meet you!
P.S. If you have few seconds please vote for me in the Nordstrom YOUphoria Fashion Face-Off challenge going on now. If you live in the Houston area, mark your calendars to be at the Nordstrom Houston Galleria on September 12th at 6:30 PM for a fashion event I am co-hosting. I would love to meet you!
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61 comments:
Neutrals are great all year long! I love the subtle pattern mixing with the shoes and purse. I agree, things that I pinned last year are popping back up again. I guess it's a good thing that I can work with what I have in my closet :)
Alice
www.happinessatmidlife.com
I really like the neutrals you've been showcasing recently! Those leopard print heels are so cute!
i just lpve these leopard shoes!so chic
kisses from Milan
http://sienastyle.blogspot.it
I love this outfit, the jacket and shoes are adorable. I love neutrals as a staple in my wardrobe. Although winters are so long here I'm usually dying for some colour by Christmas!
Totally not boring...I love the leopard print and that jacket!
It's definitely not just you. I worked so hard this spring and summer to buy anything but beige white and black and that's all i want to grab lately. Which is so classically chic, yet somehow I'm lacking in my closet. queue the shopping list!
Love that white dress, it's gorge.
xo, Nina
afterthe40barfinish
LOVE this look - the jacket makes the dress look more casual & effortless and the color if perfect for fall!
www.pennypincherfashion.com
I think the change of season affects us more than we realise and blogging, because it brings things in our minds to the surface, leaves a lasting viewable and time-sequential trace which enables us to see patterns. It is interesting. But just like your 'rebel' white after Labour Day outfit today, doesn't mean just because it is coming on winter over there, that you can't bring colour to your grey skies! Thanks for hosting!
This is a great look on you! That jacket is fabulous!
I wear neutrals a lot Shanna - especially during the colder months. I love that you added some fun shoes to the look. I just bought the leopard pumps from Target and I am so excited to wear them! And you have the best collection of clutches!! Happy day to you! Susan
I'm exactly the same. The weather is still 100% humidity, but my brain has switched to fall. If it makes you feel any better, I LOVE the neutral colors. This outfit is gorgeous.
I'm totally on the fall train and leopard print...as you can see from my post today...is so great. Your heels are amazing!
Loving your bag Shanna!
xo Lulu
simplylulustyle.com
Neutrals are great! I love your mix of different animal prints, in the same color family. Like a perfectly put-together safari. :)
I am actually headed in to work early for a quick stop at Starbucks for a pumpkin scone. I totally get this.
I love the neutral color palette, it will always be one of my favorites and it looks gorgeous on you!
Just linked up! I'd love if you would share this with us at Everything Wild & Lovely Party.
http://www.laurenrebecca.com/2013/09/our-style-link-up-premiere.html
xo
love your look! And the shoes!!! :)
I'm all about the fall.
As evidenced by your last few posts, neutrals have a richness all their own, and they deserve their time to shine too!
Love this look! I really like this jacket paired with the dress, perfect for fall!!
Xo,
Sincerely Miss Ash
Loving all the neutrals Shanna! And there is definitely something so special about September :)
Annie
The Other Side of Gray
I just voted for you! Good luck girl!
Nothing here says drab....in fact I'm so loving the chic neutral palette you're wearing now Shanna!!
Rebecca
www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
I love everything about this outfit, great transitioning outfit. I love the clutch, leopard print heels and that dress is fabulous!
Thanks so much for inspiring me today I have finally linked up for the first time Wohooo!
Dee of
Ms Dee Kay
I'm right there with ya! I'm loving neutrals lately. I've been loving my leopard heels too. Those are obviously a neutral. Love this look!
Amy
Fashion and Beauty Finds
omg seriously obsessed with this outfit and need to figure out a way to replicate it! The shoes are amazing against the white dress and love everything about this!
http://asequinloveaffair.com
you have an amazing necklace :)
blog she.is.the.one
Love the jacket over the white dress! Totally chic
I love the way you look in neutrals so bring it on! That jacket is so cute and love the leopard shoes. Gorgeous!
xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
I LOVE neons but I am shifting to neutrals. and i love what you're wearing today! I think I might have to copy that outfit for myself tomorrow!
this is so beautiful! leopard heels are lovely
kw ladies in navy
$75 Anthropologie Giveaway
I like color!! :) But definitely not afraid of wearing neutrals.
I love the neutrals! You look gorgeous as usual. And those shoe...ahhh those shoes!
That jacket is great for Fall. I love how you made this White Dress Fall-ready with the other pieces. Great Shoes & Clutch, Shanna.
I am showing 2 Cardigans for Fall today. I would love for you to take a look. =)
Thanks, Ada.
Shanna, I don't think you look drab at all- more like fabulous! We 'do' change things up as the seasons transition. :)
Speaking of which, I just enjoyed a pumpkin spice latte this morning! Yep, fall is coming.
Melissa
thebeesknees-mel.com
You definitely don't look drab! I think neutrals are great, and for me at least they're more workable as style inspiration - so keep 'em coming! :)
Loving your white and neutrals! You're so gorgeous!
~Callie
www.creationsbycallie.com
The neutrals are so sophisticated on you! I am definitely thinking about fall clothes and new purchases, but it's still too warm to wear them (which is fine by me!).
-Sharon
The Tiny Heart
So Kate Giveaway!
Love this bomber jacket! Used to have one just like it and wore it all the time! That snakeskin clutch is amazing too!
Loving your leopard heels- gorgeous! Love that leopard print goes with everything!
xo
Kati
Glitz & Gold
My kinda jacket!! I voted for you. Of course. : )
I think that neutrals can be great building blocks to anyone's wardrobe. And you look lovely as always!!!
Love, love .... LOVE this look! You look fab, as always!
Dhruvi
Stilettos & Sequins
Yup I've done quite the 180 with the change of seasons too! Especially fashion-wise and pumpkin spice latte-wise. :) I love the neutrals on you, they're so perfect for fall and of course, you look amazing! And thank you for finding a less expensive version of the J.Crew tassel necklace - I have been looking everywhere!
This look I will make it my favorite fall look. You look amazing and I love that jacket. Thank you for the inspiration.
I'm really not ready for summer to be over, and I'm thus far refusing to dress like it! Denial probably isn't the best way to go...
I have for sure made the fall shift, once school starts.....fall it is!
Carly
www.lipglossandcrayons.com
Snakeskin and leopard are pretty bold, even in neutral. You look good!
-Ash
www.thestylizedwannabe.com
O.M.G. I LOVE this outfit! I could wear white and tan every single day of my life. So Hollywood ;)
P.S. I'm going to go vote for you in the Nordstrom Face-Off now. Yay!
Okay. I needed this. The reprogramming bit. You're so right and I so relate.
THANK YOU.
XO, Samm
www.dysfunctionaleverafter.com
I am still all about color! I will be mixing them more with neutral pieces though. Your shoes are awesome!
-Karen
www.yourstylistkaren.com
I love how you mixed leopard & snakeskin! I'm a fan!
xoxo,
Lauren from Modern Modesty
I love Shanna in neutrals but I have been noticing the lack in color. You can rock anything girl, this tan jacket is a classic for almost any season. You look fantastic as always... ps I want that necklace!!!
xxS
Ohh I love this outfit!! I love that you are transitioning a white dress for fall, and it looks great with the tan and leopard. That jacket is fabulous. Even though it is going to stay ridiculously warm for at least another month, I am starting to feel a little fall-ish. Maybe because it is now September, or maybe because Labor Day is over... I don't know, but I am looking forward to it!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
Love the polished look of neutrals! Looking great love!
xoxo,
Paige
lifesapartydli.wordpress.com
Love the polished look of neutrals! Looking great love!
xoxo,
Paige
lifesapartydli.wordpress.com
At first, I was a little concerned about you being in another neutral outfit. But I quickly got over that because 1. you look amazing! 2. you're right, we are changing our programming for fall which is more of neutrals, jewel tones and darker colors. Bring on the new season!!!
-AJ
FitTravelerAJ.com
Hot mama! I love this jacket on you- I want to steal it!
I have a problem....I can't stop buying colors. I will have nothing fall and winter appropriate...haha.
Tara
Penniless Socialite
i definitely feel you! i'm kinda going through a similar thing - but it's hard because fashion-wise, i can't justify buying any clothes because i'm in such a weird post-pregnancy size... so who knows what is going to fit me, you know? you look gorgeous!
I voted! Your outfit is WAY better, so you should have it in the bag ;)
I just discovered your blog through The Stylish Housewife. What great style you have... and you're funny, too! Love it! You have a new follower.
BTW... there is nothing wrong with neutrals... they are the basics that every closet must have!
Oh... this outfit rocks!
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