Early Fall Essentials

Summer isn't over yet, but the first signs of fall  are creeping up everywhere. And after months of wearing flats and tank tops I can't  wait to break out  my boots and sweaters.  Sadly it's still a little too early for that, but here are a few things that you can already rock now, without looking like you're seasonally confused:  

Red Plaid Top / Overknee Socks / Sam Edelman Ankle Boots 
 Elizabeth and James Bucket Bag / Catarzi Hat

I love the way a good hat can dress up any outfit. So put away the straw fedoras and floppy beach hats, and wear a structured wool number with  denim  shorts and a chambray shirt (Emma Stone has been rocking this  look all summer).  

Plaid flannels are perfect for when it's still too warm for sweaters but too cold for T-Shirts, and when they're red and black they're super in style.  

And there is absolutely no reason why you should hide your knee socks under  your boots when you can show them off with adorable – summer appropriate – booties.  

Last but not least, the perfect fall bag.  I'm in love with this Elizabeth and James bag (it's a leopard bucket bag!), but any good fall bag (or backpack)  is an easy way to incorporate a fall piece into your summer wardrobe. 

Peace, Love, and Lobsters
Laura

These Boots Are Made for Walking

Nothing is more essential for fall than the perfect pair of flat boots, rubber or leather, brown or black, or even in bright colors or patterns.  So here are a couple of my favorites:

Product List (Polyvore)

Nothing beats a classic riding boot. No matter if on the chic side as the chocolate version by Tory Burch, or a little  more rough around the edges like the cognag Sam Edelman boots, there is almost nothing that doesn't go with them, and even the simplest of outfits can look like a million dollars if paired with a good pair of boots. 

Wellies,  on the other hand, are something to have fun with.  The bows on the Ted Baker boots will add a girly touch to anything, while still looking classy. And the quilted Sperry boots are maybe the best practical thing I've seen all year, especially the lace-up ones... 

Peace, Love and Stormy Weather

Laura