Trail Blazin'

blazers (J.Crew & Aqua, Bloomies--under $60), dress (DVF), belt (Patricia Fields old), shoes (Tracy Reese), clutches (Kate Spade & JJ Winters), ring (Kendra Scott similar), bracelets (J.Crew & Stella & Dot), shades (Gucci), ring (David Yurman), watch (Cartier)

This rig(s) is the direct result of all winter sheaths, shifts, tweeds, suits being at the dry cleaner and having to get a little creative with my summer frocks.  I opted to wear the black blazer for my work meeting, but I still can't decide which is my preference--what's your vote?  Point of this little post is we shall not forget about our spring/summer pieces that may appear at first glance off limits.  Toss on some tights (maybe in a fun shade like red or blue), blazers, turtlenecks underneath, and you my dears will have a perfectly suited winter rig.  Make it a good one, gang!  

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Off to the Races--Again!

dress (Diane Von Furstenberg, AJs Casuals c/o, Lexington), blazer (Aqua, Bloomingdales), shoes (Zara), bag (Kate Spade), necklace (Stacey Gudeman, Adele of Lexington), ring (Lagos), watch (Cartier)

It's October here in the Bluegrass and that means a plethora of things.  Pumpkin patches, insanely gorgeous foliage, UK Football, and my personal favorite--Keeneland!  This Friday kicks off the October run and two things will no doubt be the main attraction:  the horses & the FASHION!  It's fanciness galore and I am not going to deny that my betting is constantly distracted by the overload of fashion.  

Enter my lovely fellow Kentuckian bloggers, Danielle from Lou What Wear and Alex from Lex What Wear.  These stylish ladies give us a charming dose of variety for the races.  Be sure to check out their sites for their full looks and stay tuned for future collabo's! 

If I may hop on my soapbox...this DVF dress from AJs Casuals--it was love at first sight with the peplum.  Then she takes it a step further with a keyhole and lace detail...sheer loveliness!  I've said it once and I'll say it again, the ladies at AJs know how to outfit us gals for the races.  For all things bauble, Adele of Lexington offers a lovely addition to your race day rig!  Make it a good one and hope to see you at the races!

s + s photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem