Two things to keep in mind with layering: 1. layer on thin or lightweight materials (think cashmere, soft cotton, etc.) – it will keep the look from getting bulky, and 2. think outside the box – rather than just layering your tops, think about how you can layer in unexpected ways or places. Try layering the collar of a thin blazer over a thick tweed blazer, looping together a few scarves to make one super circle scarf or pulling grandpa-esque wooly ankle socks over merino wool tights. That’s the beauty of fall: not only do these layering tricks work wonders in the heat-insulation department, but the chilly weather also gives you tons of new platforms to add interest and unique styling to your look.
As evidenced in an earlier post this week, I’ve been into cooler tones much more than usual this fall – usually I’m all about the warm roses and caramels around autumn, but I’ve been really into mint and other green- or blue-tones as of late. The mint-black-white combo of this outfit acted as a perfect backdrop to one of my most recent blue-green acquisitions: these stunning chrysocolla earrings from KV BIJOU! Love that they’re pieces that can definitely work year-round.
Happy Wednesday everyone!
waoo I love your mint skirt!
You are so pretty!
Kiss
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I love love love your mint dress!
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Great Look, such a cute mint dress! Love your style and blog! You have a new follower:)
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such a cute outfit! i love all the different textures together 🙂
xoxo,
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I love all the layers, layering is my favourite thing about fall and winter. There is so much more visual interest and ways to combine things when you're layering. I love this mint dress, perfect with the sweater and leather jacket
xJennaD
I love the knits with the delicate skirt. It's hard to dress for the cold. Especially if you have to walk everywhere.
Love this icy color palette on you and your tips for layering. I live in upstate NY where we get 100 inches of snowfall each year, so I am constantly piling on different pieces to stay warm and it's always a challenge to do it while still looking chic! 🙂
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The entire outfit compliments you well and brings out those amazing eyes 🙂
Eat Cake
I love how you have paired these layers together. The mint skirt is amaze!
xxS
I remember this dress. I loved it then and I love it now with the moto jacket and the layers. Super soft and pretty 🙂
Pretty pretty. I love your fingerless glove. I used to just die during Vancouver winters. Funny how now I would give anything to live in a place that mild. Sigh.
Love the turquoise!
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We're both wearing mint skirts in our most recent posts. Twinsies! hahaha. Lovin' this midi length on you, Alex.. and of course I love all the layers of the look, too. It's still quite warm here on Maui, but I can't wait till the temps drop just a little, so that I won't have to sport a sweatstache anymore. LOL!
xx Love & Aloha
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Love all the layers and love the color of that dress!
xx
So pretty! Perfect Fall layering!
ox from NYC!
davie+erica
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Beautiful! I love fingerless gloves. And the color of your skirt is gorgeous!
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I wish I could be all layered up like you 🙂 Great outfit!
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I love layering. It's just fun playing with textures, lengths and collours. Alexandra you have nailed this challange absolutely gorgeous. All the blue- green tones looks beautiful on you, so why not loving them in Fall as well.
♥
xoxo Ra
Your outfit is perfect for Fall. I am a huge fan of layering and you have done it perfectly. The color of the skirt is beautiful and it works beautifully with the neutral pieces.
Jessica @ Sunny Days and Starry Nights
I'm already freezing most days, it's going to be a long autumn & winter for me. I love the cooler tones of this outfit! That jacket is amazing!!
xx, amy
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This outfit is GREAT! I absolutely love the leather jacket with that dress!
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una falda preciosa!
New outfit post on my blog "PINK ANGORA"
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i think sorbet-ish pastels like this look so very amazing when put together with stark black & white. loving this multi-mix of goodness Alex – you're schooling me on how to keep warm while coming off very chic!! the lightweight trick will def be used in upcoming closet sesh's, thanks love!
totally off subject but last night i had a dream where you and Veronika came to meet me at my office. it was hilarious b/c all the boys were outside with me hanging out and when you two walked up they were all in awe! it was a great dream cos i got to see you! hope all's well, sure looks like it! xo ♥
The color of the skirt is amazing, love the bright color in Fall. -Heidi
Love this look! You're so right about fall and winter: it's the perfect opportunity to experiment with being stylish AND warm. 🙂
<3 Samantha
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