REVIEW: Old Navy's New Stuff

I'm almost always pleasantly surprised by Old Navy's spring and fall lines. This fall is no exception. I was in there the other day and while I left with only thing for myself (and of course several for LLB HA!) I was smitten with several things.


Women's Printed Turtleneck Dresses -- $32.50
This is the ONE thing I bought myself and I LOVE it. I am really into the new sweater dress trend but I have to be careful because I get overheated in turtlenecks. This dress gives me this super-cute trend but with the option of not being overheated!


Women's Turtleneck Sweater Dresses -- $36.50
I was thiscloseto buying this one, too. But I knew it would cause me to itch and turn red in the face from the weight of the sweater. It's adorable though!


Women's Wool-Blend Trapeze Peacoats -- $78
If only it came in red, my signature pea coat color. But for under $80 you can't go wrong with these polished and perfected pea coats.


Women's Cummerbund Pencil Skirts -- $34.50
If you have some holiday functions coming up, this skirt will look smashing. Paired with a bright, red blouse or even a nice cardigan you will look dressy and yet be comfy all at the same time.


Women's Cable-Knit Toggle Sweaters -- $34.50
I love sweaters, I have a closet full of them. But I love when they're distinct. So instead of having just a million basic sweaters I buy toggles and cardigans and sweaters that all have a distinct look and feel.

Have you found anything cool lately? Share it! I love to see what people find on their shopping adventures.

Is Old Navy Hiring?,
Bronwyn

REVIEW: Taking Up Polka

Polka dots, that is! I HEART HEART HEART polka dots, I don't know where the obsession has come from, but alas it's here. A friend just announced her employment with GAP and I found myself on their site, convinced I could find a way to make her use her discount on LLB! Here's what I found:


Polka-dot knit pants
Cute dots aside, these pants are brown and pink, only my FAVORITE color combo. Consider them sold.

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Hooded polka-dot dress
It's sick really, I'm so typical and easy to figure out. Brown, check. Pink, check. Polka Dots, check. DONE!


2-in-1 polka-dot graphic T
Gasp! It's not pink or brown but it is SUPER-cute and, of course, polka-dotted.


Bunny slope long sleep set
I think the ONLY thing I like better than polka dots right now is pajamas. This has been obsession since before LLB was born. Little kid pajamas are just too cute. LLB has a MILLION pairs and counting. Add polka dots and I'm there.

Phew, I think I'm seeing spots now. Now get to shopping!

Going Around in Circles,
Bronwyn

RAMBLING: Flat-Lining

I have never liked flat-heeled boots. NEVER! That is until this year. As I took a stroll through Nordstrom a month ago I noticed some of the most amazing boots. And they were FLAT! So here are some of the ones I'm lusting over.


Nine West 'Remlap' Boot
I like the casual, relaxed style of this boot.


Steve Madden 'Touring' Suede Boot
These boots are even more beautiful in person. The grey color is magnificent!


Schutz Rouge Suede Boots
I love the bright, red color of these boots and the lace up detailing.


Aerosoles Flamcoyant
These boots are very simple and yet perfectly styled.

These Boots Are Made for Walking,
Bronwyn

RAMBLING: Fall-ing Flat

Last year I fell in love with flats. I used to hate them, but now they're one of my most-lusted after objects. And this fall offers some truly delicious choices.


Steve Madden 'Liraa' Flat
Super-cute patterned flat with buckle at the back.


Façade 'Nadia' Animal Print Mary Jane
The boots had me at hello but these flats have my undivided attention. Giraffe-print, calf hair flats in a simple Mary-Jane style.


Jessica Simpson 'Lester' Flat
A simple ballerina flat that is wicked cute and comfortable. I bought a pair for spring and have worn them out, I'll just have to snatch up another pair.


Sam Edelman 'Carmen' Chain Detail Plaid Flat
Brown plaid is the quintessential fall trend. And these beauties are the perfect addition to your autumn wardrobe.


Steve Madden 'Cannon' Suede Flat
Beautiful, brilliant red suede makes these babies drool worthy.


Sugar 'Round Up' Mary Jane
If you want to wear sneakers but don't want to sacrifice your style these are GREAT!

As you can see I have a love affair with shoes, one that my husband can't even begin to understand. To him they're things you put on your FEET ... to me they're things your feet are HONORED to wear!

Point Me to the Shoe Department,
Bronwyn

RAMBLING: Playing Dress Up

One reason why I'm glad I work is the opportunity to dress up. I LOVE dressing up, dresses, skirts, tights, blouses, heels. I LOVE everything about it! I'm still warming up to dresses, for a very long time I have hid my middle region and so shirts and skirts were my thing, a dress was too much of one thing and it didn't usually hide middles well.

The new crop of fall dresses have me salivating though, so here are some of my faves.


Isaac Mizrahi for Target® 3/4-Sleeve Shirtdress - Spanish Brown Print
The shirtdress is HUGE for fall! A busy print like this helps slim a fuller figure and the belted middle can be a godsend if you position it correctly.

The new GO International Designer for Target is Alice Temperley and she has some super-cute British inspired frocks!

Alice Temperley Long-Sleeve Belted Sweater Dress - Ebony/ Antique White
A sleek black dress with stark white detailing is always a winner and the white ribbon belt on this one seals the deal.


BCBGMAXAZRIA 'Cherry Blossom' Dress
The print on this dress is simply irresistible! And the length is JUST right!


Muse Border Print Silk Shift Dress
I just adore this dress. Shift dresses are such a flattering shape on me and anyone, really!

Do you have a favorite fall dress? Do share!

By the way, when I hopped over to Nordstrom to see their dress selection, their front page showcased these and I swear my heart skipped a beat.

Façade 'Robin' Tall Animal Print Boot
Holy hotness, Batman! I found a pair of flats that I actually like better in this way-cool giraffe print. But I'm drooling over here, what about you? My coworker Lyssa snubbed the giraffe, I think she's crazy! SHARE what you think!

Wishing It Was Pay Day,
Bronwyn

REVIEW: Nail Polishes -- Fall for These Colors

I'll be the first to admit that I'm in DESPERATE need of a manicure! But, I'm a nail biter -- and skin nibbler, it's GROSS I know!. And therefore find it hard to justify paying someone 15 my hard-earned dollars to work on my hands, that I'll just destroy in 3 day's time.

I prefer to indulge in at-home manicures, so that I can spend that $15 on something for LLB. Let's face it, the kid needs more clothes ... NOT! I also have toted along my own nail polish colors for years, the salons I go to never have updated colors and I also have a soft place in my heart for Essie nail polish and they don't seem to carry it.

Here are my ABSOLUTE favorite colors for fall nails

Essie "Material Girl": A deep plum with a mix of burgundy
*image from All Lacquered Up


Essie "Downtown Brown": The perfect chocolate brown


OPI "Siberian Nights": Deep purple meets black


CND "Hyde in the Park": Sparkly grey metallic
*image from All Lacquered Up


China Glaze "VI": Shimmering coral mixed with burnt orange
*image from All Lacquered Up


CND "Ruby Red": Bright, brilliant red
*image from All Lacquered Up

There you have it, my favorite colors for fall and even the holidays! Now if only I could sit still long enough to do my own nails.

Painting a Perfect 10,
Bronwyn