It’s finally here: what us ladies like to call “blazer weather”. Jeans and a blazer is all you need to do smart casual in the autumn, amirite?
(It’s a quick post from me today as I’ll be away this week* – I’m scheduling in advance).
I think I’ve all but given up on the summer dresses unfortunately =sob=. I’m thinking more and more about jeans and blazers, or layering my maxi shirt dresses over jeans. I’ve haven’t unpacked my autumn/winter clothes out of boxes following our house move (we still don’t have wardrobes yet, just a single rail!) so I have to get onto that pronto when I’m back this weekend.
Today’s outfit is showing off two new additions to my wardrobe: the wool fedora hat and the graphic print tote bag (which you may have seen on my Stories a couple of weeks ago). One neutral, one bright: both perfect for this time of year!
And before I continue, I have to warn you of some Riley-heavy pictures. There was NO WAY he’d get out the way for more than five seconds while we were shooting. We just had to go with it in the end – what a tinker…!
The plants on pink tote bag was kindly gifted to me by Lorelsberg, an indie brand run by the very lovely Lorena. She creates the most amazing graphic illustrations and sells them on bags, posters, t-shirts, etc. The designs are TOTALLY my style (in fact she also gifted me a poster which, once it’s framed and hung, I’ll feature in my coming-soon interiors posts) and the prices are so reasonable. They’d make perfect gifts for someone who loves bright colour and bold prints (you know, for the C-word time of year)… go check her designs out (here she is on Instagram)!
The wool fedora hat is from The White Company and I chose this one because I don’t have a fedora in grey – every girl who loves hats needs a multitude of fedora colours to chose from (it’s the law). The day we shot these it hid unwashed hair: one reason I DO love this time of year.
Everything else was previous season items. Jeans and a blazer has always been my go-to in cooler weather, so if you have the basics in your wardrobe (any colour of each) just style them up with bolder knits, scarves, shoes, etc. Oh, and don’t forget your hat and tote bags!
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*I’m away on my detox diet break this week as I mentioned in a previous post – I’m not sure how much phone access I’m allowed but I’m hoping come the evenings I’ll be able to upload Stories on my Instagram, so make sure you follow me to keep up!
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Hat: The White Company c/o
Bag: Lorelsberg c/o
Blazer: Oasis (love this one)
Trousers: Seasalt c/o (similar)
Sweater: Asos (this is my current fave)
Shoes: Finery c/o (love these)
Earrings: Asos
Dog: Much loved and not for sale
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I like your hat the most 🙂
Such a lovely classic blazer. The bag and colourful top look great with it. Fabulous hat too! My cat likes to photobomb me…anything to get a fuss!
Emma xxx
Interesting to mix this classic style blazer with a colorful top 😉 A great way to transition from summer to fall!
Happy day xx
Great outfit, Catherine. I am glad our weather is finally fall-like and I can join you in wearing those blazers we love! – Amy
Such a super cute outfit! I think I’m going to try something like this in the near future…
Aw Riley matches your hat so beautifully Catherine. He’s such an elegant gentleman…
I really can’t wait to wear blazers. I tried to wear one into the city last week when I met up with a friend but it was so bloody hot I carried it the entire time! Also I need another fedora stat! This light colour is so pretty, I tend to look at dark ones but I won’t now 😉 #copycat
I’m so excited to layer up. I love Autumn, it’s so cozy and the blazer look is one of my favourite looks xx
Blazer and sweater weather is my favorite time of year, although California has yet to get the memo on autumn!
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Blazer weather is still far off for us, but that doesn’t stop me from wearing them anyway! But in our Georgia climes, I need to wear mine with sandals to prevent heat stroke! But when it gets colder: Jeans, Top, Blazer, Pumps, and WAY too much jewelry! (Or a neckerchief!)
Rainbows and Riley, and you wearing a hat. I can’t imagine anything more perfect, unless a unicorn photobombed you. Gorgeous, Catherine!!! xx
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I’ll have to see what I can do about that, Lisa… 😉
That is a very elegant classic blazer! Your sweater is perfect with it!
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Nancy thank you! It was time I wore the sweater again…!
Love the combo Catherine! and Riley is the icing on the cake….xxxxx
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Aww I think he stole the show Ashley thank you x
Tis the season to start thinking about keeping warm. I’ve pulled out my jeans too, but I’ve also been looking at my tights—I hate to give up the dresses!!
XOXO
Jodie
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I Have no idea where my box of tights are following our house move Jodie!!! Need to find them…
I’m building my collection of blazers. I like the colour of this one Catherine. You are the queen of putting colours together! I need to be more daring! xx
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Aww thanks Laurie! I think I only know how to pile them all on and hope they work…!