WHAT TO PACK: NEW ENGLAND ROAD TRIP

The Steele Maiden: What to Pack for a Fall road trip to New England

 

The bags are packed, the tank is full of gas. Adam and I are setting off for a road trip up the New England coast to Maine! I haven’t been in years (and even then didn’t ever really the chance to explore) and Adam has never been – so we both can’t wait to get there and explore. If you have recommendations for Kennebunkport, Portland or beyond feel free to send them my way!

In the meantime, I figured I’d share exactly what’s in my bag. Since the weather will be cooler than it is here in the city – I figured it was the chance to bring lots of layers and light jackets. This open draped camel coat and quilted primaloft jacket are new in and I already know they’re going to be the MVP’s of my fall wardrobe. Plus chunky sweaters (this cabled turtleneck is just begging for a foggy dock), goes with everything ankle boots, and – because you can’t go north this time of year without it – plaid. Bring on the lobster rolls.

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FRENCH CONNECTION FRINGE TWEED MINI SKIRT

The Steele Maiden: Fringe tweed skirt and over the knee boots

This week is quickly slipping by as Adam and I prep for our upcoming getaway – so in the meantime I’m bringing you this forgotten last look from NYFW. Truth be told – I ended up switching out of these boots for these sneakers about two hours into the day. But footwear aside this outfit was a good balance of fun/fashionable and effortless/comfortable aka that line I’m always trying to walk. Which is admittedly easier done in sneakers.

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WEEKEND STYLE: FRINGE SWEATSHIRT AND NEUTRAL ANKLE BOOTS

The Steele Maiden: Weekend style - Anthropologie fringe sweatshirt and neutral ankle boots

After a few dressier posts (this one may actually one of my all-time faves for The Steele Maiden), it’s nice to balance things out with a bit of casual weekend style. Most weekends start off Adam and I going on a chai tea (for me)/coffee (for him) run and this outfit  is exactly the type of thing that I will throw on and head out in.

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4 WAYS TO WEAR A SILK SCARF

The Steele Maiden: 4 Ways to Style a Silk Scarf for Fall

I’ve been talking a lot about Fall trends – and while i’m all for a new season and new fashion, I also like finding small ways to update the pieces already in my wardrobe. One of the ways I’m most excited about this season is adding a silk scarf to my outfits. The obvious way is tied around your neck, but after picking up this printed Italian silk scarf a few weeks ago I’ve been finding all sorts of ways to wear it. It’s a small touch that I think makes a big impact, without a big investment this season.

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FALL FLORALS: BANANA REPUBLIC DRESS

The Steele Maiden: Fall Florals - Banana Republic Dress and Lace-Up Suede Heels

During my stint at NYFW I played up a few of the season’s big trends (Seventies Style here and Bold Prints/Bomber Jackets here) – but by far one of the trends that I’m most excited about this season is dark Fall Florals. They’re obviously pretty but there’s also a slight seductiveness about them that is just begging for a brisk Autumn date night.

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