My statement piece for fall.

This fall has been one full of change for me, this is reflected in my wardrobe as I add more and more layers and sweaters and jackets, as I simultaneously store away my shorts and swimsuits for the fall/winter - oh my.  

Can you say winter storm warning.  Careful what you wish for.

The other part of my wardrobe, and life, that is reflecting change is the need to be more budget conscience.  But just because I am on a tighter clothing budget, I don't want to lose the life in my wardrobe.  

I still want fun pieces that make me happy that are also functional that I can wear in a multitude of ways.  And this is possible people.  One such piece is the poncho that I have been wearing almost everyday.  

And now it just so happens to be on major sale in black, or in gray.  (and so are the clogs, can't forget those babies)

What I wanted to show here was that this poncho doesn't just have to be worn only with solid colors, you can treat this gray stripe as a neutral.  I even wore it on the airplane with a tee, track pants, and sneakers.  Bonus:  blanket for your airplane nap.  If you're that lucky.

When you are drawn to a piece but think it's possibilities are too limited, think outside the box a little...can you treat it as a neutral, or wear it with complimentary colors, can it serve multiple functions in your closet, does it have the ability to be dressed up or down...

Flannel Shirt - J. Crew Factory, old

Poncho - Free People, Macy's. on sale.  Also avail at Nordstrom in black, on sale.

Jeans - Mavi, Queen Anne Dispatch.  Also at Nordstrom. 

Clogs - Dolce Vita, Nordstrom on sale.  Also avail at Shopbop in black or saddle color, on sale.

Earrings - Lucia K. Jewelry

Lips - Nars in Pop Life, Nordstrom

photos by Angie - check out her new website!

xo,

Kirsty

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