As we creep into September the temperatures will be dropping and the fall fashion will be here before we know it! Fall is my absolute favorite when it comes to clothes. Bring on all the cozy layers! I found some staple items that can all be mixed and matched and are perfect fall fundamental pieces that are versatile and get lots of wear. Best part? They are all under $50!
Striped Sweater- This one is a little slouchy on the fit and comes in a black version as well. It’s under $25!
2. Buffalo Check Shirt Jacket- Favorite find so far of the fall fashion. This looks nearly identical to the Anine Bing designer version (you can check that one out HERE) for a fraction of the price!
3. Faux Shearling “Shacket”- Great texture on this cozy piece. Will be super cute with faux leather leggings and tall boots for a dressier look or with a t-shirt and sneakers for day wear.
4. Hooded Sweatshirt Dress- The detailing of the strings and coloring of this one are perfect. They make it look much more high end than it is!
5. Black Maxi Dress- You can wear this open as a duster for more versatility with this one. Easy to throw on with booties or toss a sweater over it with sneakers. Can’t believe this one is under $25!
When deciding what to pack for a beach trip I always look for versatile pieces that I can wear a few different ways. Since we have little ones to chase after, these are all comfortable pieces as well. I’ve got you covered in each category with pieces that can mix and match as well as go from day to night in each category.
Swimsuits:
Cover Ups:
Dresses:
Sandals:
Shorts:
Tops:
Bags:
For a full round up of summer bags, be sure to check out this post HERE. Lots of great options under $100.
With summer outdoor outings I love a big beach bag to hold “all the things.” Since these bags have such a seasonal look, it’s not something I like to break the bank on. I’ve rounded up the best summer bags under $100. These pair perfectly with both summer dresses and more casual looks.
** Click on any of the images below to shop the bag.**
Tan Straw Structured Bag- Hurry and grab this one while it is on sale for $45. This is the perfect neutral color, has plenty of room and is currently on sale!
Many of us are spending the majority of time in our homes for the next few weeks. Perfect time to upgrade your loungewear & comfy clothes!
If I’m in dressier clothes for too long, Georgie will bring me my comfy pants and say, “here you go mama.” Ha!
The single most comfortable thing in our home is our Barefoot Dream blankets. They are a bit of a splurge, but they are just the greatest! Now is as good as a time as ever to scoop one up! These blankets have such a cult following that one would think they can’t live up to the hype. Honestly, they just do.
Here are some of our favorites:
Looking or the ultimate comfort? Their robe is hands down the coziest thing you will ever put on your body. You can check it out HERE.
** If you are looking forward to getting out and about this spring/summer when this whole scare passes, you can find lots of great spring staple pieces in this blog post HERE. **
When you purchase items that are versatile and well fitted it takes away the “I have nothing to wear” problem. Building a spring capsule wardrobe is all about finding good quality items that can easily mix and match with one another. Far less wasteful. You will typically spend less money because you are able to keep the items in your closet longer. Fewer, better items. You might even have some of these staples in your closet and can add a few in to create dozens of looks!
Some favorites to have on hand for spring:
Bodysuits- Found the perfect nude one that is very seamless for $35, HERE. My favorite of the season is this TANK VERSION. It’s a bit of a splurge, but one you can wear a ton.
Denim Jacket- Spring weather can be so hard to navigate that a denim jacket is the perfect item to have on hand. You can wear it tied around your waste as well. It has become one of my most worn items in my closet. By far the best denim jacket is THIS ONE. It’s the perfect amount of distressing, a great wash that goes with everything and it’s actually super soft for denim. I have a discount code on this one as well! You can use BEAUSANDASHLEY15 at checkout for 15% off.
Linen Blazer- You can wear this dressed up or down. I love it with a bodysuit, jean and heel for date night. Or wear it with a graphic tee, leggings and sneakers for a casual errand day. The color of this one HERE Is great and it has nice structure. If you want a more relaxed (and super affordable) option.. check out this one HERE.
Lightweight Sweaters- Absolutely loving this lightweight option and it’s $45. You can check that one out HERE. Also, great to have a cardigan option. This neutral tie-dye one is a bit trendy, but the neutral tones make it great as a spring capsule wardrobe piece. You can check that one out HERE.
Gold Accessories- I love having more fun with outfits from accessories. Big sunglasses or hats and jewelry. Gold layers are really trending as are “chain” style jewelry. Loving this bold gold chain necklace HERE. Another favorite are these DOME RINGS. They come in a set of two and can be worn stacked or separately.
White Jeans- NOT all white jeans are created equal, ladies. Some are far too see through or far from flattering. I looked high and low and LOVE these HIGH WAIST WHITE JEANS. Super high-waist (can I get a hallelujah?!) also thick enough to show nothing underneath. They are a crisp white color which is great and have a bit of distressing, but not too much. A TOTAL WIN PAIR. I purchased my normal size in these.
Dresses- Last season I bought an AllSaints cream silk dress and ended up getting a ton of wear out of it. You can wear it casual with a graphic sweatshirt over and sneakers or out for date night with heels. Edge it up with a leather jacket or put a denim jacket wrapped around your waist. I can’t believe that THIS ONE Is under $100. Also, a ribbed dress is so great to have in rotation. Found this AMAZON OPTION for under $40 and it’s SO GOOD. Tons of great reviews and four color options. (I ended up ordering three colors it’s so good…)
You can find some other spring staple pieces as well as home decor spring items in this post, HERE.
I’ve really been diving into some personal reflection lately. One of my revelations has been that I LOVE mom life. It brings me the most purpose, pride, love and so many other amazing emotions. BUT.. (there’s always a “but.” ) I miss feeling like a human outside of “mama.”
Beaus & Ashley started as a place for me to have a creative outlet and share fashion inspiration. As I grew, this space has as well. That doesn’t mean I don’t miss crafting outfits that make you feel like a million bucks.
Honestly, most days I never get out of my pajamas. If I’m home with the boys all day my attention is on them and trying to squeeze in work every now and then. When we leave the house I usually get REALLY dressed up ya’ll. In yoga pants. Pajamas to yoga pants. With these above said reflections I’ve realized this has aided in my feelings of identity loss.
SO….today I bring you an easy, updated “mom uniform.” If you want to feel a little Stella got her groove back, but with a baby on each hip, throw on a little jumpsuit and oversized sunglasses. BOOM. That’s it. I know this isn’t revolutionary, but that little bit of self-confidence you will feel can carry you a long way.
My favorite and go to jumpsuit lately has been THIS ONE by ABLE because it’s comfortable but the cinched waist still gives you some shape. Their mission is also amazing and their brand is empowering women everywhere. (You can check out a full post I did on their charitable efforts and ethical standards, HERE.
Lately I’ve been in the mentality of having fewer pieces in my closet, but better quality. It stops the “I have nothing to wear” and makes it easy to piece staple items together in a multitude of ways.
Trench coats (especially camel ones) are having a HUGE moment, but they are the type of piece that will live in your closet from year to year.
I decided to splurge and go with this Anine Bing option. However, there is an almost exact dupe HERE.
Golden Goose sneakers are all the rage these days, and I totally get it! They are so easy to slide on and go. Style them with a dress or a t-shirt and jeans. They have that effortlessly cool factor to them, and will quickly become the most worn item in your closet.
For this look, I threw on a pair of black denim, a snakeskin blouse, and another fall wardrobe capsule item, this denim jacket. Easy peasy!
Now, I know they are an investment. For me, I am in sneakers the majority of the time. I can have a toddler on each hip, slip them on, and still leave the house feeling stylish.
Golden Goose is an Italian brand founded by Francesca Rinaldo and Alessandro Gallo in 2000. They considered themselves “outsiders” in the fashion world, and never played by the rules. Perhaps that’s why they have become such a cult favorite; their authenticity and boldness paved their own way.
SIZING
Since they are an Italian brand, the sizing is in the Italian standard. (Example: 36-42.)
For reference, I am a standard US 8.5. I wear a 38 in Golden Goose. A general good rule of thumb with Golden Goose is to order a 1/2 size down. So a 38 would be an 8 which is 1/2 size down from my typical 8.5.
SELECTION
One of the things the brand prides themselves on is being extremely particular about who they let carry their shoes. Their branding must align, and it gives it more of an exclusive feel. They do smaller size runs of each style as well. (Meaning if you see one you like, scoop it up! They will sell out quickly.)
A few of the places that I have found to have GREAT selections of Golden Goose sneakers are:
* Intermix -(This is where the pair pictured were purchased.) They always get a unique selection, and occasionally will go on sale as well.
* Net-A-Porter – They have a wide selection with tons of sizes always in stock.
* Revolve – If you are wanting a payment plan type of option, this site offers Afterpay.
* Nordstrom- If you are a Nordy Club member it’s great to add up points to get a note. (Be sure to use a double point day on bigger splurge days to make the most of your reward $$.)
* Shopbop– They keep a good stock and often have exclusives.
* SSENSE– A HUGE selection. A few times a year they will have Golden Goose go on sale. I always update this page and the sale styles as soon as it goes live.
SALES
The best news yet…. you can find them on sale! There are a few places that frequents putting these beauties up on sale.
** I’ve updated this post with additional pairs. We are always adding to this list as new ones come out or as others sell out. You can bookmark this page to check for sales, new dupes and exclusive pairs. **
If you aren’t ready to commit to a pair… I’ve rounded up some really awesome dupes! A great way to get the look for less!
