Last week while running a few errands I took a detour and wondered into a store I’ve never been in. So glad I did because I stumbled upon these pups.
These were more of a practical purchase than they were a fashion choice, but matched my goal of trying to perk up my Fall outerwear. Since riding horses is a part of our weekly routine, I was thrilled to find something that I can pop on over my breeches after riding or stomp around in puddles and mud at the barn. Love their cozy fleece lining.
These Sperry boots are $98 online right here but only $49 at the outlet where I picked them up. As I was checking out, the nice sales associate told me that anyone can order from thier store and they’ll ship for only 5 bucks. Seriously?! So I wanted to pass that along to you. NOTE: they do run one size large – I had to get a 7 even though I’m a true 8 or even 8 1/2 in some brands. If you’re a horse girl you might want to grab a pair! The outlet’s number is 850-654-0525 if you’d like to check on your size.
These simple boots got me thinking about the whole concept of outerwear and how I struggle with it. A dressy outfit is easy for me to pull together…but outerwear? It just doesn’t come naturally. Our lifestyle here is very outdoorsy so I can’t exactly avoid it.
So I decided the best way to approach outerwear is to first get into a classic state of mind. It sets the tone.
When I analyzed it, I realized achieving a good outerwear look is all about blending the basics: jeans, blazers, patterns and boots. Then toss in some layers. Messy, loose ponies and unstructured dos bring it all together.
Equestrian vibe…I know you’re not going to walk out of the house in a riding habit with a pony crop in hand, but the idea of a scarf and a herringbone pattern is a good start. Although I think she looks pretty darn cute for a day of hacking on her horse.
I think patterns such as plaid and stripes-on-stripes take the frump out of outerwear. I even like to borrow a few ideas from menswear.
Pattern inspires me.
This is cute. Love the look of socks peeking out of boots, very big this season. If you like this girl, she has a hundred more adorable outdoorsy looks over here.
For some reason when I searched for inspirational pics, most every look showed blondes? Ahhh, here’s a brunette.
And if you just need a more relaxed vibe for your outerwear, I’m all about the classic blazer and jeans. You can NEVER go wrong there. This nice thing about this look is it’s playground-friendly for those of us who have to rough it outside with out tots.
It’s still very hot here at the beach, but it’s never to early to start planning for our cooler days. They’re definitely on their way. Cannot wait!
QUESTION:
What one weekend activity are you looking forward to doing when the weather cools down?
Happy weekend!
I‘m Seleta, a city girl living the beach life with my husband, fabulous four offspring, happy horses and frisky fur babies. A former TV personality turned Designer, I love to share the sparkly side of life. Read more 
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Family weekend at my son’s college up in the Finger Lakes. He’s a freshman at school 3.5 hours away from our home and we haven’t seen him in 32 days – not that I’m counting – Ha! I look forward to him sharing all his new experiences with us, meeting all his new friends and hiking thru all the gorges at the peak of fall leaf foliage. Oh and of course wearing some of the cool clothes ideas from your post today!
cold weather is better for cuddling. hands down.
cuddling my hubby. my babies. or all of them at the same time.
Hay rides, apple picking, drinking fresh cider, and eating warm baked apple pie with fresh whipped cream! Pumpkin picking, carving jack o lanterns and roasting the seeds in the oven while we sit by the fire sipping homemade wine( my father in law from Italy still makes his own) YUM! Oh my , cannot wait~
Love your boot selection. I myself invested in some Hunter black shiny boots a few years back. Best investment ever!
Ooooh! I might have to take up horse riding if gorgeous men like in the photo were to be there!
London is having an Indian summer but when it cools down I’m looking forward to a trip to the beach (didn’t go all through the summer) and a trip to the arboreteum near Bath.
I can’t wait for the cooler weather. Have a great weekend.
Football games and tailgating! Much more fun when it’s chilly outside! Love the boots you got. And the blazer/boots photo too.
Love the inspiration for my favorite time of year.. Great looks for the fall Seleta.
Tks for sharing and have a great weekend. Looking forward to seeing you soon
I hope…
Love the boots! Perhaps we can exchange ideas because I can throw together casual no problem but get stumped on the dressing up part! Can’t wait to enjoy making s’mores in the fireplace on the screened porch! Have a great weekend!
Hi Seleta ….you are in one of my favorite parts of the world…..but up north it’s turning cooler in Chi town, so crisp air, crunchy fall leaves under foot on my daily walks, we still have sunshine thankfully so the next month will be something look forward to…Indian Summer plus gorgeous roast in the oven!
P.S.I’m looking forward to going to the Country Living Fair in Atlanta next month!
Be well and keep the great inspiration coming…love the looks you are showing..classic. E
Getting out more in general. Because we had such a hot summer in Texas, we did not get to enjoy our outdoors too much. Now that the weather is changing, I’m looking forward to pumpkin patches, and hot drinks.