Right about now I should be on a plane wayyyyy up in the air on my way to Mexico for a week long getaway with my amazing hubby *I know, you're jealous & I'm sorry... kind of :P*

SO, instead of leaving my blog empty & lonely I have an exciting week of guest bloggers who are all extremely amazing!!!

First off I want to introduce you all to BREE from The Urban Umbrella, hers was one of the first blogs I started following so I thought it absolutely necessary to have her involved. I'm super thankful she said yes. Oh and did I mention I'm guest blogging on her site today too? No, well I am, so you should go check that out too :)

Without further ado...
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Hey there Everyone!

I am Bree from The Urban Umbrella, a fashion and beauty blog based in Canada, and today I wanted to show you some of my Fall Style Staples!

With summer nearing a close, Fall is just around the corner! Oh it's there, lurking away and waiting to burst through the doors, overwhelming us all with lovely rustic colours, a cool breeze and some cold rain.
To me, Fall fashion is all about being cozy while staying chic - and dry. I live in one of the rainiest cities on Earth keeping dry is the #1 thing on my list when it comes to my Fall Fashion! But how to keep chic and keep dry? Now that's where it gets tricky! So today I am going to show you my staple Fall pieces to succeed in both!

Jacket / Bag  / Shirt / Jeans / Boots / Scarf

A nice leather jacket, like this one from Danier Leather, is the perfect Fall piece because it is a piece that can be layered when it gets chilly or can be worn alone with a shirt if it's one of those sunny cool days. Of course if you do not wear leather there are many Faux-Leather options out there so you can still achieve this look!
 Wearing a thick, cozy, soft plaid shirt underneath a leather jacket has a really cool, effortless feel while keeping you warm on those chilly days; Then layering a warm scarf  on top will keep you extra warm while adding a new edge to your look, you could wear a sparkly scarf or a printed scarf to make it more of an accessory to the outfit rather than a necessity. 
A really great pair of jeans can really make a wardrobe because they are so versatile and can be worn to so many different events. Jeans are always on my must-have list but they are especially important during the chilly months because they keep your legs cover and cozy stylishly. Investing in a great denim is never a waste of money, you will wear them over and over again and will be able to style them differently every time you do. The jeans above are from J-Brand which is a brand of jeans that I really love, I have only one pair but I wear them constantly! I chose the dark maroon wash because I feel like the colour screams "Fall" to me, it is such a warm hue but it still looks really neutral so you could style them a multitude of ways.
During Fall I tend to wear my jeans with a great pair of boots because once again, I like to keep warm and if your toes are cold then you're going to be pretty chilly all over! Fall is a time that I break out my goofy socks and cover them up with some super chic boots, like the ones I found at Steve Madden!
Lastly, I think a really great bag for Fall is a complete staple item! Summer bags are usually light, bright and fun and honestly by the end of Summer I am wanting a change - so I change it up pretty drastically and opt for a dark, rough and edgy look bag that has a bit more of a rocker edge.

Now if you feel like these pieces are too heavy for your Fall attire then you obviously do not live where I live! Our Fall is brutally cold from October onward until Winter, and our Winter chills to the bone! If you're lucky enough to live in a less severe climate then perhaps switch out a few of these pieces to cater to your cities temperatures! For example: forget the cardigan and switch the boots out for some nice flats!
I have always felt that Fall was the perfect time to take some risks with your clothing, try a more edgy look and have fun with masculine-inspired pieces like the Plaid shirt and Studded bag! It must be something about the brooding gloominess of Fall that makes it fun to dress a bit more rough and gruff. It's pretty fun and refreshing to change your look up from season to season and I see no reason to do it subtly, I like to dive into new looks and try new styles out so I can find out what really suits me and Fall gives us lots of options to try out!

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XOXO
Bree

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