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first of fall

The Steele Maiden: First of Fall(Denim Jacket – similar here; H&M Lace Top – similar here; Ruche Dress – old, but I love this orange option; Ruche Bag; Steve Madden flats – old, this pair is a cute alternative)

Remember back when I was pining for a mustard yellow bag for Fall?  Well, Fall is officially here and so is this pretty little yellow bag I ordered the moment I spied it online…



While it’s still fairly warm here, there’s just a hint of cooler weather in the breeze and it’s enough to make me want to swap out all my outfits for an Autumn palette.  This bag is going to be the perfect compliment to navy, deep burgundy and army green, plus any neutral (including these leopard flats – which I’ve worn with so many different looks I now fully consider a neutral).   
The Steele Maiden: First of Fall

The Steele Maiden: First of Fall

The Steele Maiden: First of Fall

The Steele Maiden: First of Fall



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weekend flashback

The Steele Maiden: Weekend FlashbackThis weekend was spent welcoming Fall with open arms.  Around here, that means a hike through the canyons in slightly cooler weather, outfit planning with new boots, and cooking up homemade soup that leaves the whole house smelling wonderful all day.  I’ve got a long list of adventures I want to embark on this season and some exciting things planned for the blog.  How do you welcome Fall? 


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from where i stand / 06

The Steele Maiden: From Where I Stand - Tuxedo Heels(Original artwork by Jessica Steele)

06/ Wilmington wearing Tuxedo Heels

On my 21st birthday I naturally decided I needed a new pair of grown up heels to wear out to celebrate.  What I came home with were the most beautiful pair of black and white cut out, sky high “tuxedo” heels – all laced up like a present to myself.  At the time my sister was living in Wilmington, DE in an older part of the city that had a long strip of bars and an even longer path of cobbled bricks that led us home.  I’ve still got the scar on my left knee cap from that night’s walk – but, I’ve still got the shoes too (miraculously without a scratch).




  




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balancing act


For date nights I try to strike a balance between the casualness of Southern California and my own desire to get dressed up…

Most recently, for dinner and a drink at a favorite neighborhood spot, this meant my go to chambray shirt made a bit more fancy by pairing with a swingy little pleated skirt (last seen here), plus a bright red lip balanced with my natural air dried hair.  And, because it wouldn’t be me without one standout piece – these statement heels.  A balancing act in their own right with the type of geo print seen everywhere this Fall (but often on casual sweaters or leggings) dressed up in shiny satin, a high heel, and sleek pointed toe.  Here they were just enough to pull the whole look together – but I can’t wait to throw these on with another print or more color next time. 

The Steele Maiden: Balancing Act

The Steele Maiden: Balancing Act

The Steele Maiden: Balancing Act

The Steele Maiden: Balancing Act

The Steele Maiden: Balancing Act




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spotted: full midi skirts


Ahh, do the ladies of New York Fashion Week ever disappoint?  Some of the looks I loved most (both on the runways and on the streets) were the pairings with full midi skirts – especially as seen on this stylish duo.  While the length on these can be tricky the fullness helps balance you out and with the right pair of sky high statement making heels these can be totally flattering.  I’d pair mine with a cheeky graphic sweater to put a youthful spin on it (how fun is this one with it’s own little nod to high fashion street style?).  Thanks for the inspiration ladies.