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LOOK OF THE WEEK – AUTUMN SHORTS

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1. Topshop Ombre Faux Fur Vest , 2. DKNY Faux Fur Vest $295, 3. Juicy Couture Faux Fur Vest $280, 4. Yves Saint Laurent Neck Tie Blouse $1661, 5. Marc Jacobs Pattern Blouse $866, 6. Fendi Vintage Abstract Print Blouse $334, 7. Baserange Shorts $75, 8. Carven Compact Drape Short $347, 9. 3.1 Phillip Lim Leather Shorts $750, 10. Chloe Tuscon Crisscross Wedge Sandal $895, 11. Sam Edelman Felix Chunky ... Read the Post

Santa Barbara has been having exceptional weather as of late {and always}... which means that shorts are October-appropriate. If you live in a place where things have cooled off a bit, add some tights to this look.

LOOK OF THE WEEK – ENTREPRENEURIAL TASTE

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Geek Chic Eyeglasses: 1. Gant G MB GEEK Eyeglasses $153, 2. Balenciaga 0136 Eyeglasses $308, 3. 3.1 Phillip Lim Nacho Eyeglasses $216 Embellished Sleeveless Blouse: 4. Eight Sixty Embellished Sheer Blouse $78, 5. Tahari Arther S. Levine Animal Print Bow Blouse $54, 6. Jones New York Collection Sleeveless Tie-Neck Blouse $89 Skinny Belt: 7. Maison Boinet Contrast Loop Belt $110, 8. Lanvin Thin Belt ... Read the Post

Entrepreneurs have a knack for being professional, but {as they're usually creative types} they also don't take themselves too seriously. Pull off the look with an embellished blouse and wide leg trousers.

MUST HAVES – FALL WEDDING GUEST ESSENTIALS

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I love when reader's write to me with a specific request... One reader asked, "Can you do another post about what to wear to a wedding but this time for fall weddings? I'm going to one in Illinois in Nov. BRRRR! I want to look fashionable and in-season.  Most of my dresses are more California Summer appropriate..." {If you missed my summer wedding post, look at it here}. The fall wedding look is ... Read the Post

What to wear to a wedding when the autumnal chill begins to fill the air? Here's your fall wedding cheat sheet... guaranteeing that you are dressed to impress in 6 simple steps.

LOOK OF THE WEEK – PURPLE PUNCH

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I'm clearly on a skull & animal print kick {see Skulls & Stripes}... but that's nothing new.  With a hit of purple, the whole look makes an even bolder statement.   1. Rick Owens Tailored Wool-blend Twill Blazer $1,700, 2. Dolce & Gabbana Waistcoat Detail Blazer $2300, 3. Mackage Studded Leather and Crepe Blazer $300, 4. Ana Short-Sleeve Peplum $20, 5. J.Crew Collection Cashmere ... Read the Post

Purple: a color that is {sadly} underutilized in the world of fashion. Stand out from the crowd and incorporate it into your wardrobe. It's vibrant and adds a feminine {but not too girly} punch to your look.

HOW TO – WEAR SEQUINS

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If you go overboard with sequins, you can wind up looking like an overgrown and/or out of place frilly ballerina.  The proportions of a tailored blazer and boyfriend jeans keeps the sequins looking chic, intentional, and a bit rugged, as opposed to looking like some kind of showgirl explosion.  You should look like a tomboy who decided to wear sequins.  How intriguing is that? 1. Arden B. ... Read the Post

The key to wearing one of fall's biggest fashion trends, sequins, is to rough them up a bit and make them appear slightly tomboyish.

LOOK OF THE WEEK – SKULLS & STRIPES

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1. Topshop Animal Jacquard Ponte Blazer $90, 2. Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Leopard Print Jacket $712, 3. Zara Leopard Print Blazer $40, 4. Rock Legend Top $43, 5. Philipp Plein Skull Print Blouse $353, 6. Rock Legend Top in White {I own this one, too!} $50, 7. Harlow Snake Embossed Envelope Clutch $78, 8. Snake Embossed Envelope Clutch $68, 9. Harlow Snake Embossed Envelope Clutch $78, 10. Marc ... Read the Post

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