Local Natives

Two interesting facts about myself that relate to this outfit.

1. My family's ancestry includes Native American roots, as my grandfather's mother was Native American. I've always loved this about my family being that I have yet to run into anyone else who is Native American. Hence, the tribal, Navajo print on my oversized sweater lets me celebrate my inter Pocahontas.

Outfit Details:

Navajo Print Oversized Sweater - Gypsy Warrior / Oxblood Leggings - Zara (similar style here / Leather Wedge Ankle Booties - Forever 21 / Studded Satchel - Primark / Hand Me Down Stack Ring - Henri Bendel / Gold Chain Bracelet - Charming Charlie

And 2. I purchased this sweater in a hidden gem called Gypsy Warrior in Ridgewood, New Jersey. The gypsy theme ties into my family again, as supposedly, we had gypsies in my family, too.

I've read about the store, and stalked their online shop for months. Finally, I took a ride up to their store and felt like my punk rock inner was right at home. You must check them out online at GypsyWarrior.com, where I purchased this sweater. If you like studs, leather and have a tendency to wear black, than I encourage you to check them out!

Friday Fashion Fix: Seeing Green

Outfit Details:

Grey Wool Peplum Top - Asos.com

Oxblood Leggings - Zara

Leather Ankle Booties - Forever 21

The inevitable cold weather in New Jersey has arrived, and I've been left with no choice but to adapt to Mother Nature's seasonable, colder, mood swing.

I'm definitely no stranger to color, and I'm not turning my back on brights, but Fall is a time to embrace a darker color palette. You all know my thoughts on Johnny Cash's favorite color as a wardrobe staple for fall (um, it's black for you non-music enthusiasts out there). While you can wear deep wines and the current favorite, oxblood clothing, accessories are a great way to commit to color in the fall.

Accessories:

Olivia + Joy Lavish Lady Satchel - c/o Olivia + Joy

Deco Strap Bracelet by Henri Bendel

Leather Bow Bracelet by Henri Bendel

Naja Cuff Bracelet by 2 Bandits

Sterling Silver Monogram Necklace - c/o www.BestPersonalizedJewelry.com

My Olivia + Joy Lavish Lady Satchel is the first green handbag I own, but I adore it. I'm often drawn to accessories that sometimes outshine what I'm wearing. 

And I'm also a fan of "everyday" jewelry - things that go with everything, that you wear them so much that they start to become an extension of who you are. LOVE pieces that become a part of your personality... My 2 Bandits Naja cuff is totally becoming something I put on everyday, and us fashion bloggers are no stranger to a monogram necklace. 

I kinda lucked out with my initials - being that the JJ are my initials, but the "M" is also my middle initial, and my husband's name, Mike. Got all the bases covered.