Labor Day Transitions

Smile. Labor day weekend was wonderful, wasn't it?  It felt full of transitions and golden sunshine, soft breezes and the ability to wear both jeans and a swimsuit all the in the same day.  I love that. It was only after I got to the restaurant I realized I was in head to toe J.Crew.  This is what happens when they have a 50% OFF sale. I snapped some quick pics before I met two of my friends for a leisurely Labor day brunch on Monday. Later a waitress would spill a pot of coffee all over this bag. Jeans and flats season! I'm in love! Factory J.Crew Crystal Triangle Necklace (gift-similar)/Factory J.Crew Sweater T-Shirt/Factory J.Crew Skinny Jeans/Calf Hair Classic Ballet Flats   Linking up with Mix It Mondays /The Pleated Poppy/Style Elixir/Style Nudge/Classy … [Read more...]

The Oversized Poncho

One of the best things I have purchased this fall is an open front, oversized poncho from Old Navy.  I saw it one day while walking by the store and I knew I just had to have it.  It looked cozy, lightweight but warm and really versatile. I throw it on to take my girls to the bus stop in the morning, while out running around town or when I'm headed out for a date night. I add a belt to cinch the waist when I know I'm going to be wearing it for long periods of time or I just let it hang loose. Either way, it's a poncho, a big trend this fall, and I'm in love. SHOP THE LOOK Old Navy Open-Front Wool Blend Poncho/Old Navy Distressed Denim/Nine West Margot Heel/Coach Bag (old-similar)/Pearl Studs/Daily Look Button Down (similar) H and I went as Daryl & Carol or "Caryl" from … [Read more...]

Back to Nature

It's time to head back to nature. After spending the weekend fixing up little things in the house, getting it ready for fall and generally being busy it felt time to head back to nature. Sure, there were lots of runs outdoors but I'm talking color schemes and clothes here, people. Ready for date night with H. Olive lightweight sweater with dark denim and booties makes a perfect dinner and movie look.  This honeycomb style necklace was included in my last Stitch Fix box. I love it! It's the perfect pendant for any season and will work with a lot of looks. Have  you tried Smith & Cult nail polish yet?  If not, DO IT!  Even without a top coat your nails will last.  Though I add a gel coat top coat by Essie each time I still have no-chip nails for 4-5 days.  That … [Read more...]

I’m Obsessed with Fall

It's no secret that I'm obsessed with fall (we are not even going to kid ourselves and put a "kind of obsessed" in there).  I mean, I walk outside my front door and start singing, "It's the most WONDERFUL time of the year...." on a daily basis and I don't even drink SBUX PSL's.  Fall makes me want to craft and I'm not crafty.  It makes me want to fill the house with baked goods and pass them out to friends and it makes me want to SHOP!  Cozy knits, fall boots and booties, ponchos, sweater dresses and new jeans! I WANT IT ALL!  It's like I have to get my own back to school shopping in for myself. Which makes me think of school.  And when I think of school, I always think about how much I loved shopping the J.Crew catalog in high school.  Well, guess what?  J.Crew is having a great sale … [Read more...]

Max Jeans for Fall

I love a good collaboration with a fellow fashion blogger but when it comes in a pair and makes me stretch my fashion comfort level, then it is even better. Max Jeans has some fun looks for the upcoming fall season.  Whether it is a new pair of boyfriend jeans that are more fitted or you want to layer your look Max Jeans has some great options. I received three pieces and styled them with cooler temps in mind.  Two other bloggers, Julie and Andrea received the same three items and you can see different versions of the same jeans, jacket and vest done styled by them. If you will be shopping on Amazon, I highly suggest you use hoteudeals for confronto prezzi amazon. Max Jeans Women's Denim Anorak Jacket This jacket is very different for me. I don't tend to even look at light denim … [Read more...]

Fall ‘It’ List

This is the first year that school starts before Labor Day for me or the kids. Growing up in Rhode Island we always went back the Tuesday after the holiday and I swear half those times there was already a frost on the ground. Living in the DC Metro area it is still in the 90s as we jump onto the big yellow bus. Regardless, I'm feeling the pull of fall and I just cannot deny it.   Fall Favorites by victoriamason featuring steve-madden shoes SHOP THE LOOK Fringe Poncho/Deborah Lipman 'Miss Independent'/Chicwish Cable Knit Sweater Dress Beige/Bobbi Brown 'Greige'/Essie 'Leggy Legend'/Halogen Studded Pump/Steve Madden 'Eros'/Tod's Loafer Other Options: Wine Cable Knit Roll Neck Sweater An InLinkz Link-up TMC’s Whatcha Wearing Wednesday is looking for Co-Host’s! … [Read more...]

Feeling Fall Trends

Are you ready? Are you ready to transition into the fall season? I think I might be on the verge and here's why. Between the "shopping diet" I put myself on, the continuous reading of fashion magazines by the pool the last few weeks and the discovery of a new cash back site, Splender; I'm feeling these fall trends.     Fall Fashion Trends by victoriamason featuring a black cashmere hat   And since that so-called shopping ban was over I was now free to shop and explore my favorite fall fashion trends, and I did that while using the new cash back site, Splender, which was easy to sign up for, had all my favorite stores and a decent percentage of cash back on my purchases. Check out my finds! You should also try to get the feel of polyester to determine if this … [Read more...]

Thanksgiving Threads

A lot of us travel during Thanksgiving, that's no joke.   I still flinch when I think of some the grand times I spent in many of the East Coasts finest airports back in college.  Even back then I liked to dress for travel while still knowing that comfort was key.  Whether it is by train, plane or automobile these two looks are guaranteed to keep you looking your most polished and comfortable too. I'm wearing both this week while we spend time with friends and family.   Travel Outfit by victoriamason featuring a stud earring set Forever21 Striped Knit Sweater (similar)/Black boots (similar)(similar)/Jeans/Kate Spade Pearl Studs/Essie Nail Polish (similar)   Travel Outfit by victoriamason featuring a travel outfit JCrew Chambray Shirt/Black Skinny Jeans … [Read more...]

Orange Velvet

A cold and blustery November day had me pulling my orange-red velvet blazer out of the closet.  I bought it a while back on a thrift shopping trip with E  (how much fun is it to have a friend who loves to thrift just as much as me? I love it!).  I kept meaning to wear it last fall and winter but it just never happened.  I love the bright, cheery color and the gorgeous satin lining makes me smile.   … [Read more...]

Pumpkins Scream in the Dead of Night

It should surprise no one that this is my favorite week in my most favorite month.  The annual viewing of 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' has commenced.  Next up! The Shining!  I don't know about you but I have movies I view certain times of the year that go well beyond Christmas flicks. I threw this latest outfit together in five seconds.  I just grabbed the closest things in my closet, knowing it was 42 outside and I had a day of working from home and a laundry monster nipping at my heels.  The brown booties I snagged at Target a few weeks back were finally going to see some action and so was my cable knit sweater that I loved so much last year.  It is super soft and very warm.  No jacket needed! … [Read more...]