Coach Fall Event

Super excited to announce and invite you all out to an event I am hosting next week. Official information below as well as RSVP link. Make sure you get on the guest list for food, champagne, and shopping (complete with limited edition collection gifts).  There will also be a table set up of all my favorite fall finds, which I am so excited to share with you. Coach has really evolved a lot over the years and this fall collection is so on point! Hope to see you all for a fun night out in the suburbs! xo

Join Coach & Lisa Fergus of Stiletto’s & Diaper Bags for a special evening event to celebrate the launch of the Coach Fall 2015 Collection

Wednesday October 7

5:00-8:00 PM

Coach

Oakbrook, IL 

You and a guest are invited to be among the first to shop the new fall collection.

   Please click on the link below to RSVP

            https://coachoakbrookfall.splashthat.com/

      Limited Edition collection gift with purchase

Preview THE COLLECTION at coach.com

A Tale of Two Gladiator Sandals...

About three years ago, I decided I needed to try the gladiator sandal trend. The only problem was that year in and year out there was not one pair that I truly loved. Sure, I have quite a few ankle high styled ones, but non that went all the way up my leg. Until now that is! 

I was recently on Instagram and saw my cousin Katie wearing these and was like SWOON... I want, I need! ;) Within minutes of hearing where she got them I realized they had one left in stock in my size (which means it was meant to be) and the rest is history! I know I should be stocking up on fall items but these babies are great for now and the next few years as well!  Aren't these gladiator sandals beautiful?! I realize that they are a bit of a splurge item, but I recently got paid so again, meant to be! 

To make them transition into the cooler fall-like temperatures we are currently experiencing, I paired them with a classic denim on denim look. Cut-offs, a chambray top, a great plaid button up tied around my waist, and a show-stopping statement necklace. In the end, I tossed on my new fringe bag and was good to go for my day of running around and traveling. 

Top: JC Penny // Shorts: Old Navy // Button Up // Sandals // Bag // Necklace // Triple Ring // Oval Ring: Hand made by street vendor in Austin, TX 

What do you think of these shoes? Is this a trend you have tried (or have been afraid to try) over the past few years?

Outtakes: Volume 4

I'm at it again you guys. My outtakes folder in my iPhoto was filling up which means it's time for an outtakes post! It's been a few months since my last bloopers post here on Stilettos and Diaper Bags, so I have quite a few photos to show you.

Without further ado, I give you Outtakes: Volume 4!

"Awkward pose, blurry face"

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"Stop making me laugh, I can't keep a strait face (or foot)!"

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"Time for a token heel pop!"

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"Honey, please stop rapid firing my camera."

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"OK, fine babe rapid fire, but I can't use any of these photos!" 

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Not "RBF" just "BF" ;)

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Shooting with Kaitlyn and laughing my tush off (as per usual). 
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"I'm pretty sure that car just parked and is now watching us."

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"Well, let's give them something to look at!" ;)

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"Wait. Just wait...I can't."

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"I'm so glam... and then I look at this photo and realize I'm not!"

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As most of you already know, I currently write for two blogs (Stilettos and Diaper Bags & Sisters Marie), so I've got a lot of "cutting room floor" type posts. Feel free to check out more of my outtakes (posts here, here, here, here, here,  here, here, here, and here) since we are already keeping it light today. 

What do you think of this round of outtakes? Which from above is your favorite? 

I see you Fall....

Over the weekend we had some classic fall weather. I love weekend days with the family when it is warm during the day and cool at night. Yes, this week it looks like summer is back, but next week we will find ourselves wanting scarves and coats again.

On this day, these summer shorts transitioned perfectly by adding a blush blouse, wedge bootie, and wool coat. I never actually put the coat all the way on, over the shoulder was just the right amount of coat for me. ;)



By adding just a few gold accessories and these stunning Zac Posen glasses I was good to go. Plus, what better hairstyle for days you don't have time to dry & style, then a good topknot? Not many in my opinion.


Top & Shorts: Swap w/ Kaitlyn // Bag // Shoes // Jacket: Victoria's Secret // Sunglasses: Ditto (use code SADB to receive 1st month of designer sunglasses FREE!) // Necklace // Cuff // Watch // Rings: Rocksbox

How are you transitioning your summer clothes into the fall months? What do you think of this pairing?

Falling for Fall Fashion

Summer is officially over and I am so ready to break out the fall fashion! In true "me" form, I had to buy a new maxi dress to kick the season off the right way. I mean, can you ever have too many maxi dresses, can you? I think not. 

I decided to pair this beauty with two of my favorite fall colors. Emerald green and navy blue are seriously my favorites to wear. My third favorite is maroon, so this outfit was simply color bliss to me! 

This dress is so comfortable and the perfect length for a wedge or heeled bootie. Speaking of bootie, how amazing are these navy ones? I am obsessed with the color, the heel, and the tassel laces! They come in four colors and I think I may need to grab one or two more pair...just saying. 

I decided to duplicate the navy from the boots in the hat as well. Yes, it's a bit matchy matchy, but I loved wearing it and that's all that matters. ;) I also added another color, emerald in the sunglasses. Let's take a minute and drool over these Zac Posen cateye glasses, OK, back to my outfit details...

Overall, the outfit is simple and easy yet felt very put together. I love outfits that can be styled so many different ways (layering people!) but on the first run I always go for the obvious styling. I can't wait to wear it many more times this fall and winter! 

Dress // Boots // Bag // Hat: Gap // Sunglasses: Ditto (use code SADB for 1st month of designer sunglasses FREE!) // Watch: Fossil (similar) // Zig Zag Ring 

Are you ready for fall fashion? What are your favorite colors to wear during the fall season?