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(ABOVE) I’m not wearing anything that has wool in it, so this outfit is perfect for transitioning from summer to fall while the weather is still quite warm


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WHAT I WORE

SWEATER: Banana Republic (Similar Banana RepublicAnn Taylor/ TOP: August Silk (Similar Macy’s) / SKIRT: Ann Taylor / SHOES: Charles by Charles David (Also Similar — Perhaps With More Markings? —  at Nordstrom Rack) / BAG: Salvatore Ferragamo, Sofia, Biscotto, Small (Same Sofia, Black, Saks Fifth Avenue; Similar Gold Sofia, Mini) / WATCH: Michele CSX (Similar Bloomingdale’s) / EARRINGS: Judith Ripka (Similar Ross-Simons Splurge or Steal) / BRACELET: Judith Ripka (Alternative Judith Ripka Pre-Loved TheRealReal) / NECKLACE: (Similar Ross-Simons Splurge or Steal).

MY MAKEUP (All Natural/Organic Ingredients)

(UPDATE: 100 Percent Pure recently contacted me to give JLJ Back To Classic followers 15% off on their site until midnight, PST, September 30. You don’t have to, but if you use my links (or click here) they’ll know you came from my site, and I’ll receive a small fee at no cost to you. Thank you! Then, at checkout, type in my special code, SEPT15FAN.)

FACE: 100% Pure Fruit Pigmented Powder Foundation, Both Crème and White Peach / CHEEKS: Gabriel, Vibrant Pink / LIPS/EYE AREA: Nourish Organic, Shea Butter / LIPS: 100 Percent Pure, Lip Glaze, Velveteen /  EYELASHES: 100% Pure, Black Tea. (Some links are affiliates. More information here.)


Monday, September 19, 2016 / Video Post Notes

Transitioning To Fall Without Melting

The fashion challenge with a Southwest Florida fall is that our weather remains warm sometimes well into December. I still like to give a nod to the new season, though. So I bring out my light-weight pullovers, cardigans and jackets–that I can easily remove and put over my shoulders if I get too warm–and also textured pieces that suggest a heavier weight but actually aren’t, such as light cable knits and tweeds.

I think this Ann Taylor skirt is perfect, because it has an interesting marled texture, has no wool, and is 91 percent cotton. My Charles by Charles David pumps are new, too. They’re unusual in that the base is cork with silver metallic applied over it in a way that you can see exposed cork peeking through here and there. I thought that was so fun. (Silver is a big trend for fall 2016).

If you’re interested in the skirt or pumps, both are currently on sale. There also is a matching gray, marled sleeveless shell.

~Janis Lyn Johnson

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(ABOVE) Gold Metallic Salvatore Ferragamo Sofia, Mini (my bag is the Sofia in the color Biscotto and size Small, which is slightly larger, but is no longer available in the color I have). (BELOW) Get a look similar to the one I’m wearing–click on the photographs. On a smart phone? Click side arrow to see all items. (More color choices than shown are available.)

 
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