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I was in need of some shoe rejuvenation, so I indulged in a thorough bout of online shopping. I ordered the brown boots, the booties, the skullified slippers, and the rain boots. All but the slippers were on sale #stingyskills.

Finding the right boot is especially difficult, a lot of them are too chunky and wide around the ankle, creating an unfortunate cankle appearance.

I have found that flat booties can be too duck-like, especially on those of us with a smaller stature. Regrettably, the Sam Edelman booties I was cooing about in my previous post are duck shoes. I am hoping that the added height of these DV by Dolce Vita babies are more flattering.

It's about time I got a good, versatile (black) pair of rain boots. I don't like the constrained and heavy feeling of tall rain boots, but Tretorn's are a perfect height, and have cozy lining inside.

Last but not least, the major void in my shoe collection has been the skullified slippers. Put a skull on it, as I like to say. Everyone deserves a chance to pretend they're pirates.

It's always hard to tell what will look good on physically versus on the screen, so went by the customers' reviews.

To follow: what I keep, which hopefully is all!

Da boots

Da bootie

Da rain boot

Da skull

Xoxo,
Javz

Changing of the Leaves

Fall colors: they're easily mixable, wearable, and can be worn from day to night. They also flatter my complexion the best. The only thing I actually own and wear from below is the MAC Sheen Supreme Lipstick in Quite the Thing! I'm not a lipstick person, and this is the perfect, fuss-free, sheer and balm-like lipstick I have yet to try. I also love the colors in the NARS eyeshadow palette. As for clothing, I'll start with the top: the hat. I like that the brim isn't fedora-short, nor too floppy (bad word choice I know). I have a feeling this style will be seen a lot this Fall. And the Paula Bianco cozy knit scarf is a necessity, as it can be thrown over a sweater or worn as an infinity scarf over a big jacket, and gray goes with everything, especially the gray Fall sky. One hundo for a scarf isn't cheap, but might be worth the buck since it's so versatile.

Next, the slightly-too-pricey but beautiful brown leather jacket by BCBG is on my ultra wish list. Early Christmas present please? Maybe minus a few hundred.... It would go great with either of these happy-colored pants. Rachel Zoe's purple bellbottom cords are flattering on any shape, and the Blank velveteens look super comfortable. Blank is my favorite pant designer.

Finally, Sam Edelman never fails in the shoe department. These neutral flat booties go with anything and everything, and the ankle height is midget-friendly/anti-cankle. They also come in black, which is always a safe buy. Love the cranberry color of the KORS by Michael Kors heeled booties.

As for the accessories - bag and ring - they're just great.

BCBG Max Azria / Rachel Zoe / Blank Denim skinny pants / KORS Michael Kors lace up boots / Sam Edelman booties/ Rebecca Minkoff bag/ Elizabeth and James ring/ Paula Bianco knitted scarf / rag & bone hat  / MAC Cosmetics lipstick  / NARS Cosmetics eyeshadow, $63 / MAC Cosmetics

Xoxo,
Javz

In Between

This week, it's safe to say that Fall is upon us. The in-between warm and cold weather can be hard to dress for, but a good rule of thumb is to wear smart layers. I put together some selfie shots of some outfits that I have been and will be wearing to prep me for the real cold.

I'm all about sweaters, vests, and shearling. I just got the white button-down top from Zara -- it's a closet staple and took me forever to find the right one! And on sale, holla.

The Quicksilver jacket is definitely my favorite fall item so far. I'm on the hunt for booties as an alternative to the lace-up heels with the outfit I pictured it in. Sam Edelman has some that I'm eyeing.

The lighting in my mom's closet is wack so apologies for the grainy pictures.

Zara sweater, J Brand jeans, Aldo shoes

Madewell shirt, Zara vest, H&M scarf, Zara (green) pants, J. Crew flats

Banana Republic sweater, Nanette Lepore pants, DV by Dolce Vita shoes

Not sure how much longer I'll be able to wear neon floral pants...

Quicksilver jacket, Zara shirt, Hue leggings, Enzo Angiolini shoes

Zip-off sleeeves! Zara scarf

Elizabeth & James shirt and skirt, Bertie shoes, guest appearance by my dog, Lola

Xoxo,

Javz