Thinking About Fall Style Because Summer Has Been My Worst Style Season

 

To the summer that hates me at this moment:)

I know I am not the only one who is ready to say Good-BYE to summer? 

Seriously I can not believe we are getting close to the end of 100-degree weather and back sweat. Not to mention, I am ready to relinquish the hot and flashy sweats I get in the middle of the night. Oh, and the clearance rack clothes I wore all summer with a smitten of regrets. Yes, 

I am going to admit it now; my summer choices have been a little off the scale. Buying things I may or may not wear. I haven't been shopping with intentions.

A few of my excuses are I found it on sale, and the other one was I want to be comfortable by wearing less clothing. Besides, I lost a few pounds, and I figured dressing a bit more laid back was ok. Until I started cleaning out my closet again and looking at a few old pictures of my outfit choices. 

Yes, I am cringing a bit because I have been wearing layered black dresses this entire hot summer  season. Yes, I was quite comfy. But I also think I lost my own style in a sense. Now my outfit choices weren't awful but I should spruce them up a bit more. Perhaps adding a bit of color or contrast accessories.

 How in the world did that happen? You see, I am not a stylist or fashion know it all girlie.
I am an average woman who just wants to put one foot in her pants at a time. And style them the way she wants without feeling like I am in or out of style.
 
I recently talked about trying on baggy clothing, knowing dog gone well hat is not my style. But now that I look at my end of summer wardrobe. I can clearly see how I could have done better in the mature section, even if it is sweating  hot outside.

Thrifting and just shopping in general has been a hit or miss. Lately, finding the cute stuff has been a flop. #fornow
I am not tossing away all of my summer clothes just yet, but I will be making a few adjustments to my fall wear.

I wanted to loosen up a bit this summer in my clothing choices. 

Now I want to see what my fall style will consist of me wearing.

One thing I will say I am glad I am not a fashion person because staying on-trend and knowing what's in is so freaking annoying to me. 
I can barely stay up with what's age-acceptable without looking like a teeny bopper. Besides, my style changes like the movie gone with the wind.

There will be a haul coming soon!

Moving Forward My Fall Intentions:

I want to wear light layers, and I will style those later. It is way too hot at this moment, even if it is for a blog post.
My focus is on the colors yellow, orange, grey, and of course, my favorite black will always stay. I kinda want an orange dress. Although, I know lady H will be grabbing them first when reading this. :) And, I also want

Boots: Low quarters, rocker, and a little cowgirl bootie. I do live in Texas, and that is a must for me.

Scarves will be a must, mostly solid styles with a few leopard print ones.

Accessories will consist of bangles, and lots of neck banging will be returning. Such as pearls, chains that will be long and short.

Depending on the weather, I will be wearing leggings and/or tights.

I plan to wear items that can be styled in many different ways. So, maybe one outfit worn 1,000 ways. Listen, ya girl gotta be great.

Those are my Fall Intentions. Although summer is still here, I am ready to officially say good-bye so I can start this all over again.

In conclusion: As I age, I want my style fun, relatable but mostly my own. I am not dressing for no one but myself and these post will reflect that. These images reflect who I am and what I want to wear. And, trust me it has taking me a long time to get to this point. My style may not be social media worthy but I am happy prancing around my hometown, family and friends. 

My summer choices weren't all bad because I took chances and wore things that I love. And I think that is all that matters. 

But who cares when a woman hits a certain age in life nothing should ever be average. I say live a little, live a lot, but definitely live out loud. Oh, and wear what the FUNK you want. And, that's on every FUNKY thang!

Drop a comment if you want to be a blessing:)

Also you can visit my shop at Funky Grunge Boutique

Did you like every outfit you've worn this summer?



xo tangie bell