Friday Five

ONE | COZY CARDIGANS

There is something about Autumn's morning chill and cool breezes that always makes me want to be all wrapped up in a soft, cozy cardigan. This one from Modcloth (pictured above) is so adorable and it is certainly on my wishlist. I just love the houndstooth!

TWO | TRADER JOE'S 

Seriously, Trader Joe's is the best. It has great, (mostly) healthy food at prices that are often lower than Target or Safeway. They have such a nice fruit and vegetable selection, and I really love their gnocchi! It's a wonderful store for me in the sense that I'm trying to save money, be healthy, and balance all of the parts of my life... Trader Joe's helps!

THREE | THE O.C.

  The O.C.: The Complete Series (Seasons 1-4)
 Every other year or so, I like to re-watch The O.C. Particularly towards the end of the year, so I can watch all of the Christmukkah episodes (that are wonderful)! It's cheesy and silly, but I still feel compelled to sit there and knit whilst watching a show that is 10 years old. 

FOUR | WEN HAIR PRODUCTS

 
WEN® Sweet Almond Mint Cleansing Conditioner 16oz 
What with me moving into a new (saltier) climate and dying my hair recently, it has become necessary for me to have a great moisturizing shampoo and conditioner, as well as other hair products. My mom bought me Wen cleansing conditioner in Sweet Almond Mint as a gift, and it has done wonders for my hair! I'm obsessed. My hair is so soft and silky now. 

FIVE | THE GOOD MAD

Seriously, take a listen. This song, called "What Money Paid For" is seriously so wonderful. I am so glad that I found this band.

What are you loving this week?

xoxo

Fall Essentials: Sweaters/Cardigans

Fall Essentials: Sweaters/Cardigans by darlingdreamer featuring v neck tops

Chunky cable sweater / H&M long sleeve sweater, $23 / Forever 21 hooded sweatshirt / Merona v neck top / Sweater / Xhilaration Juniors Elbow Patch Cardigan Assorted Colors

Earlier this month, I made a post containing all of my fall fashion essentials. First on the list was sweaters and cardigans! I live in California, so I don't usually need big jackets, so I love love love a good knit cardigan or pullover. 

I'm on a budget, so I like to find clothing that is fairly reasonable in price, or wait for a more expensive item to go on sale!

What's your favorite sweater?

xoxo,

Caryn Elizabeth

Fall Fashion Essentials

With Autumn approaching rapidly, I thought that I would make a list of my personal fall fashion staples, and as summer continues and fall grows near, I'll expand on each of the "essentials" below:

• Cardigans, both lightweight and heavier fabrics for when it's closer to winter
• Button down shirts (white, chambray/light blue, striped, etc.)
• Flannel button downs (great for layering!)
• Black leggings
• Boatneck shirts
• Cable knit sweaters
• Dark wash jeans
• Knee-length skirts for layering
• Tights and knee-high socks
• Scarves. And lots of them. I adore scarves. 
• Riding boots and ankle booties, preferably in cognac brown, but black will do!
• Wellies, preferably colorful! (My favorite pair are red, white, and blue, striped). 
• Ballet flats in black, brown, and a bright color.
• Skinny belts for belting in cardigans, high-waisted skirts or dresses!

What are you stocking up on this Fall? What are your Fall fashion essentials?

xoxo,

Caryn Elizabeth