Platform Boots from Amazon

HAPPY FRIDAY - You've seen the posts from the cool girl bloggers wearing platform boots from high end designers like Prada and even popular trendy brands such as Missguided. 

 But what if I told you that you could find the same kinda style/coolness from AMAZON? 

Would you believe me? 

Well, you're in luck because I found the perf pair of platform combat boots just in time for Fall weather!

Check out the different colors and styles - which ones are you adding to cart?

OOTD: Layers

Long time, no talk, right? Well, today I want to talk about layers. Layers are ideal when the weather can't quite make up its mind. I started with a short sleeve t-shirt dress from H&M, which is literally one of my favorite staple pieces ever. Everyone needs to own one. I then opted for a buffalo check shirt from Forever 21 over the dress because it is extremely windy today and short sleeves were just not cutting it. I finished the look with black boots. The thing that I love the most about wearing layers in the fall is when the wind subsides, I can easily tie the plaid shirt around my waist and BAM, I am on trend and dressed appropriately for the weather.

How to style:

I also love how Sincerely, Jules styles this layered trend: Dress, blazer and plaid

A few plaid shirts to check out:

Plaid Shirt

Tartan Plaid Shirt

ANGIE Plaid shirt

Are you one to rock layers during Fall and Winter? Comment below and even attach a picture if you would like to be featured in an upcoming blog post.

Thanks for reading, y'all

We will talk soon

Best of Boots

Every fall season wardrobes change from linen and coastal/resort themes to layers and boots. Today is all about boots. Boots come in all shapes, styles and sizes (obviously, right) but these styles stick out most:

• Short boot, sometimes referred to as the "bootie" 
• Combat boot
• Fringe moccasin boot 
• Motorcycle-inspired boot 
• Rider boot
• Western boot

Now, get your wallet ready because you are definitely going to be interested in at least one of these pairs of boots. Hey, at least I tried to warn you... One other thing, I attended a really awesome thrift sale yesterday in a nearby city and was thoroughly surprised by how much amazing junk there was to plunder through. I was literally in a thrifty version of heaven; it was great. I managed to score a vintage polaroid camera, an old window, some wooden pallets, three old maps(to frame), vintage golf balls, an oversized flannel(can't wait to wash it), vintage J.Crew sweater, and a bird bath. It's crazy what treasures you can find in other peoples "junk". Oh and a small announcement: next week a blog series starts titled How to style which will feature many, many, many style tips for fall plus where you can find similar (if not exact) items. Woo-hoo!

In the meantime, feast your eyes on some boot candy!

Random question: Do any of you plan on watching college football today? If so, comment below which team you're rooting for to win, or to lose (haha).

Thanks for reading y'all

We'll talk again soon

I've got my new dress on!

Happy Friday y'all! 

What is it about a new dress that makes us feel as if we could conquer the world? I am not sure but it might have something to do with the bell sleeves or super bright print on this one. 
For today's outfit of the day, I paired it with a homemade fringe scarf and tall black leather boots. I think it adds a trendy yet edgy kick to a rather conservative dress.

Printed dress: Local boutique

Scarf: Made by me!

Boots: Steve Madden

{DIY for the scarf coming soon}

To dress up the look: Add a statement necklace.

 Have a good weekend, see ya for Mention Monday. 

I will give you a little hit about what is to come...

it is [just fab]ulous.

Fall favorites

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Something exciting happened last night. Something I have been waiting to do for weeks. 

The weather was finally perfect to wear a hoodie. That is right, folks; I wore a hoodie for the first time this Fall last night and it felt AMAZING. Which hoodie did I wear, you ask. Only my favorite Hurley one.

A hoodie is not pefect unless paired with leggings and Steve Madden boots, right? Right. 

Also, last night I discovered the perfect item to add to my wish list. Yes, this watch is flawless...thanks for noticing. Nordstrom I applaud you for making this beautiful gem of a watch unaffordable to college kids like myself. My favorite thing about this beautiful timepiece is the silver AND gold. It is absolutely breathtaking.

Here is an outfit I kept getting compliments on at school and work.

Shirt: Old Navy (WHAT? Yes, Old Navy.)

Pants: Red jeans from Lauren Conrad's collection found at Kohl's

Shoes: Paprika brand found at Tilly's (I wear these way too much, I know.)
Hair: New Nume wand...tutorial soon

Next, this is currently my favorite thermal via CHAPS brand found at Kohl's, Belk, and other fine retailers. The pearl necklace is from Zara.

These boots are definitely made for walkin'...right out of what store? TARGET of course. Lately, Target has been home to some of the trendiest and most affordable clothes and shoes that I have found. Inspired by brands like Tory Burch, Lauren Conrad (Kohl's), Steve Madden, Michael Kors, and other brands, these boots are priced at a shocking $39.99.

Finally, the last discovery of my Fall post is a thrift shop locator I found via Pinterest {below}

Go to www.thriftshopper.com and type in your zip code to access the National Thrift Store Directory which is a list of thrift shops that can be found in your area.

XOXO,

Sweet Southern Pea

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