Comfy & Cozy

I woke up this morning to find that October has finally visited Louisiana. I won’t be sweating all night and dealing, frizzy hair, and no more shorts!! Finally, I can break out my sweaters, jeans, and cozy slippers.

I believe that it is possible to stay cozy without walking around your house with a blanket wrapped around your shoulders, like a superhero cape. Although, if you fancy pretending to be a superhero, who am I to stop you?

Personally, I like to wear heavy black leggings to stay both cozy and stylish during the fall and winter months. I’ll usually pair the leggings with a sweater, flannel, or sweatshirt. Below, I made some outfit ideas for you to stay comfy and cozy while going to class, getting some coffee, staying at home, baking cookies, or reading and writing your masterpiece.

 

Leggings– T-Shirt – Cardigan – Heavy Socks

I love the idea of simplicity: leggings, a soft cardigan, and heavy woolen socks. The most important accessory to have during the winter is a pair of heavy socks.

Going to class? Add a colorful scarf and some warm boots.

Leggings -- Flannel -- Sweater -- Flats

Want to feel cozy in a nicely made, extra-large sweater? Shop the men’s department. I do it all the time when I want a sweater, or flannel, to feel perfect for me. Sometimes, the women’s department likes to make tops extra small, and I don’t feel comfortable and a sweater that curves and tugs into my body.

I included both the flannel and the sweater, for a convertible decision, or layering! Both can work. Finally, these slipper/flats are great for comfort and warmth. Slip the shoes on and out the door you fly!

How do you style leggings to feel cozy, comfortable, and stylish?

Fall Nails

I own about 10 too many nail polish bottles. I can’t even think of a time when my toes aren't painted, they just look like plain stubby stubs without any color at the ends of my feet.

However, I love autumn, I miss the oranges, red, and yellows of the northern leaves I used to see when I was growing up. Here in the far south, it goes from green – to dead. No leaves, no color, no fun.

How do I keep myself sane without all of the color? Well paint my nails of course!! It’s important to not be wearing bright corals and pops of pink as the weather begins to cool down.

These are my favorite autumn shades of polish. I've added links to each name, but I’m sure you can find any of these shades online, or even your local Ulta, salon, or drugstore. 

Essie: Sew Psyched – Covergirl: Sapphire Flare – ButterLondon: Tea with the Queen – 

Orly: Pink Chocolate -- OPI: Schnapps Out of It! – Zoya: Norra – Essie: Cinchilly

I'd love to hear if you think I should have added more color, or if you have a preferred autumn shade.