WELCOME AUTUMN - A NEW ROUTINE WITH A NEW STYLE!

Hello Friends and Fashionistas.

As we get closer and closer to school starting, it usually means fall is just around the corner, at least in Canada it is. This is the time of year, when I am so done wearing summer dresses and sandals, not to mention having to keep up with my bi-monthly pedicure. LOL  Fall is my favourite time of the year when the leaves start to change, the weather gets crisp and cool and my wardrobe takes on a whole new meaning of rustic. This is when I get out my favourite cowboy boots and
mix it with my perfectly fit jeans, the coziest sweater and not to mention those awesome scarves in gorgeous fall colors. To me, it feels like happiness is hugging my body. Thankfully, cowboy boots are making a huge comeback this fall. Yeeee Haaaah! It's one of my most favourite fall pieces. They are not only super comfortable but they have that element of rustic and country, which is near and dear to my heart, given where I live.  Don't get me wrong, I do love dressing in glitz and glamour too, however there is something about fall fashion, that strikes an inner chord in my soul. Its a time of the year when routine sets in with the children going back to school and I stop and self-reflect, by setting my own personal goals for the season.  Lets be honest, we all flourish with a good routine or regime set in place, right? However it's just taking the time and writing it down in black and white, that's half the battle. For me, I usually start up my fall with my favourite diet cleanse through USANA's 5 day Cleanse.

Once, I've cleared out my body of all the toxins that I have been built up over the summer months, then I move onto fitting my exercise schedule into my work week. What has always helped me stay motivated or be consistent with my exercise regime is either enrolling in a exercise program or signing up for the next upcoming marathon. Now for the record, I am no long distance marathoner, however I have dabbled in some 5-10km runs which have always been very manageable for me.  It allows me to truly motivate myself to stay focused while setting aside a few days a week to run and train. Now when it comes to exercise and fashion, my biggest piece of advice is "Always, always look the part". No matter how amazing or terrible you are in your chosen sport, there are no excuses to not look fabulous while getting fit. Now a days, most retailers have come on board with carrying their own lines of active wear. Here are a few of my faves that offer great quality gear for awesome and affordable prices.

 Forever21

Joe Fresh



 Underarmour



The next step in prepping for the fall is actually paying a good visit to your CLOSET. Really taking the time in shifting your clothing around and moving your summer pieces to the back of the closet. Simply re-organizing your clothing so that the items that you will most likely wear in the fall, are in full sight. I call this "Seasonal Shifting".  I tend to do this with every season. I personally don't have lots of time to spend in the mornings going through a disorganized closet, so having all the items you need for the current season at your fingertips, makes for very easy decision making on the fly.

I am always looking for ways to elevate my outfits, so I thought I'd share with you FIVE ways to elevate your fall wardrobe for this upcoming season.  The latest must-haves that will step up your look to a whole new level and be right in line with the latest trends.

CLOSET STAPLES FOR THIS FALL:

1. LOAFTERS OR A FLAT PAIR OF POINTED MULES:  They are chic, yet comfortable. You can pair loafers with almost anything: dresses, skirts,and of course your favourite denims. This is definitely a necessity this fall.  The fur lined black mule is my favourite .
STEVE MADDEN JILL MULE















2. COLOURED MIRRORED SUNGLASSES: The latest sunglasses trending amongst all the celebrities these days are from Quay Australia. They come in many different colors and styles and have the mirrored look. They look great on everyone. I absolutely adore my pink pair!

3. SUEDE OR LEATHER JACKET:  This is super hot this season and perfect for the cooler days ahead. The hottest color trending is BALLERINA PINK and RED. So finding a jacket in these colors would be a hit. Adding this jacket to any outfit would automatically elevate your style and give you that cutting edge look.

4. DISTRESSED DENIM WITH RAW / JAGGED EDGES: There are so many denims to choose from out there, but once you find a pair that fits you like a glove, you will be devoted.  This could be a great staple all year round. You can dress it up or down, as long as you feel great in it and it compliment your curves.

5. TRENDING TOPS - ANYTHING IN VELVET, SHEER, RUFFLES OR WITH A  DESTRUCTIVE FINISH .  Most of these tops can be found online at SHIEN.COM

Hope you enjoyed my hot picks for these fall season. If you can try and add one or two of these pieces and interchange them with your current wardrobe, you will be definately be looking fashion forward this season. 

HAPPY AUTUMN!

Fashionably Yours, 

Liana Marie