Fall Fashion-my take

With the season changing so does our closet-putting the summer tanks, t-shirts (well, not all of 'em), sleeveless numbers and the like all going into some kind of rubber tote and out comes the long sleeve gear-sweaters, button ups, knit tops.  My favorite is getting my tall boots back out again-truth be told I really love being barefoot but there's just something about my tall boots that gets me all fired up.  I have a lot of carry-overs from last season that I still really like and will totally wear but it's always fun to get something fresh and new.  So, I've taken a look at the top trends I've been noticing and what I will and won't be wearing.
First, let me say that going to the mall is a unique experience, it's like the 80's got together with a few grunge kids and put some stuff together.  I see things that I was wearing in Jr. High and some I rocked in college so it's kinda weird.  I will say that if parachute pants come back in style I'm totally moving to a remote island!

1.  Western prints-I'm really digging the long or high-low sweaters that come in all colors of western print.  I can't say I'm for the blanket sweater look (I don't live in the SW so it looks a little strange up here in the north woods) but give me a cute sweater to wear with skinny jeans, leggings or a skirt and my tall boots-I'm all in!!

 

2.  Menswear-as far as I'm concerned this has NEVER gone out of style!!  I love vests, ties, wide leg trousers and wing tip shoes.  I've owned a high heel pair for years!!  Boyfriend jeans with a baggy sweater or oxford shirt-I'm there.

3.  Gauchos-NO, NO, NO!!  They don't even look good on the skinny models and mannequins in the store so pretty sure they won't look good on a shorter, curvy girl.  'Nuf said.........

4.  Plaid-again, I don't think this ever really goes out of style but plaid shirts with jeans and of course BOOTS are totally right up my ally!!

5.  Boots/booties with boot socks-new thing that started last year and is really taking off in the mainstream this year (I know this because I bought a pair of boot socks at Maurices in small town USA).  I think the added detail on the top of the socks adds a little somthin' somthin' to just about any outfit.  And booties with cuffed jeans/pants are waaaay too cute!

6.  Romantic detailing-I'm typically not a huge fan of the romantic style-it's just not me.  BUT I do like that you can get a little touch of romance without looking like something out of a Victorian theme movie.  A little goes a long way for this girl-so feast your eyes on this little number!!

So there you have it my take on fall 2014 fashions for what it's worth.  I'm going to be wise about my shopping trips because a closet full of stuff you don't wear just isn't attractive.  In fact, I follow the rule that if I buy new stuff I have to donate things I haven't worn in over a year so that helps me and someone else!!  Happy Shopping kids!!!


MIA but I'm BACK!!!

Whoa-were did the past couple of weeks go?  I mean seriously, time just flew right past me and I got caught up in life.  Did you miss me???  For all I know nobody reads this goofy thing but for those of you who do, I'm sorry-I'm back!!  Schools back in session and the kids are out of the house so that means things are a little more quiet right now.  Doesn't mean there's a lack of things to do that's for sure-getting caught back up, cleaning and getting ready for the cooler weather sure can take up those precious hours during the day.  Speaking of cooler weather, who else is getting their fall cloths and shoes out?  I've been going through closets and donating items and putting warm weather stuff away.  I know it's sad but I'm kinda looking forward to my tall boots and jeans again!!  I've also been cleaning house physically-I had a lot of fun and now I'm getting myself back on track with my eating and my workouts.  I never quit working out but now I'm really pushing myself to do more and on week two of The 21 Day Fix-super easy to follow and eating is a snap with the color coded containers and meal guide so really NO excuse not to do it.  Here's a great fried rice recipe at the end of this as well-very healthy and probably the BEST fried rice I've ever made. 
Healthy Chicken Pineapple Fried Rice!
What you will need: (Serving Size - 6) - 1 cup chicken breasts,boneless, skinless, cooked - 3 Cups of Brown Rice - 1 green bell pepper, 1 red bell pepper, 1 white onion (to cheat, buy the stir fry frozen pepper and onions that come pre-cut) - 1/2 cup snap pees - 1 cup of frozen pees and carrots (they have bags in the frozen veggie section at the grocery store with them mixed which is what I used) - 1 cup of pineapple chucks - 2 Eggs - 1/2 cup of low sodium Soy sauce - 2 tbps Cinnamon (I didn't use this myself) - 2 tbps minced garlic - 3 tbsp of sesame oil (optional) - 1/4 cup of chicken broth
What to do: - Prepare rice according to package instructions to yield 3 cups cooked rice. - Heat sesame oil in a large skillet on medium heat. Add onion, peppers, minced garlic, peas, carrots, and snap peas. - Stir fry until tender. Crack eggs into pan and scramble, mixing throughout vegetables. - Add your cooked rice and chopped up cooked chicken. - Stir in Low Sodium Soy Sauce and chicken broth and sprinkle your cinnamon generously on top.
- Lastly, mix in your cut up pineapple and remove from heat.

Everyone in the family dug it-even the kids!!  It's great warmed up for leftovers too so enjoy!  So, I promise that I won't stay away so long again-if you're out there, let me know who you are and where you're from.  I love new friends so give me a shout out.  Happy September everyone-stay tuned for my take on fall fashion-hint, I do NOT care for Gauchos!!!