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

Early Weekend

The weekend's almost here, and to make the wait even shorter I figured I'd highlight some of the things that I am looking forward to this weekend. And hey, there's really no reason to wait if you've got the time now…

If you're like me and love S'Mores but aren't so crazy about the whole campfire thing, then you'll love this Skillet S'Mores recipe I found on Instagram:

Click here for Instructions

I can't wait to try this. Yum.

I downloaded the  the Devil in the White City a while ago  but never got around to reading it. But this weekend, I will takle  the historical non-fiction book  that is set in Chicago during  the turn of the 20th century, and explores the world behind the 1893 Worldfair. Oh and there's a serial killer, because we all know that every good book needs a serial killer (or at least a friendly neighborhood sociopath). 

Amazon

Since this is a fashion item it isn't really something I'd like to do, but it's certainly something I'd like to wear this weekend: 

ASOS Sweater

It's a leopard sweatshirt. This thing should be tacky by default, but somehow it's not. And I already know that it'll look perfect with cropped black skinnies and tan flats.

Peace, Love and Lobster

Laura