Cranberry Suede

Wearing //

Express skirt and camisole

Zara cape blazer, similar here and here

Zara pumps, similar

J.Crew Factory clutch, similar

Express necklace 

(I have yet to take it off)

Beauty //

Glo Minerals lipstick in Aubergine

Glo Minerals Blush in Bellini

Last week was such a whirlwind of work and play that both left me feeling completely drained. By Saturday night, I was going on 8 hours of sleep in just 48 hours and it's a tiny miracle that I even dressed up for Halloween and went to my friend's party. Granted, my creepy dead-girl makeup matched how I felt so I played the role pretty well! I was going more for a dia de los muertos vibe, but ended up looking more like the corpse bride. I frightened myself.

Before scaring people on Halloween night, I dressed up in this beautiful new skirt. It's my latest Express find, along with the necklace I linked. The laser-cut detail along with the color and suede fabric is perfectly appropriate for Fall and Winter. I love mixing textures, and I can see it pairing nicely with black tights and a coat. The color is so rich in person, and I highly recommend it if you're looking for something to wear to a holiday party. Get ready guys! It's becoming that time of the year. Already.

How's your week so far? I'll be back on Thursday with a fun post on random things.

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Throwback Thursday {Fall Outfits}

Okay, breaking news: I'm growing my hair out again. I know, it's quite the revelation. Looking back on the last two years of my Fall wardrobe not only has provided me with style inspiration, but it has also made me realize that although I've really enjoyed my sassy shorter 'do, my long lost locks have me feeling a bit nostalgic. It's true what they say you know...the grass is always greener on the other side. I can guarantee that the minute I do grow it out, I'll get fed up with styling it and will once again feel the urge to bring out the scissors. But I'm going to give it a go anyway. It's just hair after all. I'm heading to the salon to get it dyed a couple of shades darker this morning!

I wanted to put together this throwback of my Fall clothing choices for two reasons. One, I really need some style inspiration lately. And two, I also have some new readers and Instagram followers, and I think this little recap sums up my style perfectly. I'm inspired by what I see on other blogs, but most of those ladies live in colder parts of the country and it's just not practical for me. It's difficult to dress for this unseasonably warm weather in California. I keep having to look at my calendar to remind myself that August is gone, and Halloween is in two days! I'm struggling to put together outfits, and since I still own most of these pieces, I may as well work with my existing wardrobe instead of looking to others. I think doing so is one of the most positive aspects of style blogging. It's a digital diary :)

Have a happy (and safe) Halloween this weekend!

Link up: Tara

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Flowers in the Park

Wearing //

Express moto jacket, similar & love this

Express cami

Topshop skirt, similar

Vince Camuto pumps, similar

French Connection bag, similar

Lisa Taubes necklace

Delezhen stone pendant

Topshop ring 

Beauty //

M.A.C lipstick in Twig

If you follow me on snapchat (noelleengel), you probably saw that on Friday, I decided to break my own blog rule of using props for outfit photos. I'm not sure why I've set this rule for myself, but I think it's mainly because I feel like a phony. "Oh you know, just taking a casual stroll through the park. And whad'ya know? I just happen to have this lovely bouquet of flowers on hand to compliment my outfit." It seems a bit contrived, but because I had to make a flower run anyway, I decided to just go with it and bring them along. They are gorgeous after all, which is why my camera roll has more pictures of the hydrangea than it does of me! I got stopped twice by people asking if Nate and I were newly engaged or getting married. We laughed and played along! I carried a similar bouquet on my wedding day, and it did feel sort of that same way all over again with the sun setting in the background. I wish I could get married all over again. 

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