#fall neutrals

This week we had the pleasure of being invited to the book launch for Grandbaby Cakes–a cookbook by a local Chicago blogger. She hosted the event at the downtown Room & Board and had Le Cordon Bleu serving up cakes bites made from recipes in the book. They were all delicious. I think my favorite was the salted caramel cake but one of my friends fell in love with the 7-Up cake. I have to give props to Jocelyn–not only were the cakes delicious and the book beautiful, it’s also a huge accomplishment for a blogger to grow popular enough to get a book deal. Congrats to her and thanks for the invite–we had a great time sipping champagne and watching the cake walk.

This weekend we’re in Ann Arbor with family. We’ll be tailgating (Go Blue!), sipping wine, and taking in the gorgeous weather before it turns colder. Also, if I’m lucky I’ll find time to sneak away and go to my favorite consignment shops. Have a great weekend, all!

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1 > Literally, Darling rounds up their favorite classic books. It’s a decent list, even if I’d argue that some of the books on it aren’t “classics” per se.

2 > Now that fall is officially here, I’m in need of some new black flats (preferably quilted). I think Target might have what I’m looking for with this cap-toe quilted pair or this simple quilted style, though I’m also eyeing these real leather flats. Decisions, decisions.

3 > Lucky has a good guide to fall nail colors. I’m particularly a fan of the rosy neutrals–so feminine and chic.

4 > The Limited has a new campaign featuring 60 real women in leadership positions. I’m a fan.

5 > Speaking of The Limited, they have some beautiful fall staples. I’m loving this a-line skirt, this coat, and this duster cardigan–all in soft gray.

6 > On why we shouldn’t be labeling snacks as “guilt-free.”

7 > The Lucky editors share their favorite lunchtime reads.

8 > This floaty ivory dress from ModCloth is the stuff of fairytales.

9 > 3 bullet-proof looks for the office.

10 > I discovered Sarah’s Scribbles this week, and I have to say, this is me.

11 > I have two doses of cuteness for you this week: playful dog wants to play and adorable lion is adorable.

Top: American Apparel Shirtdress: H&M Pants: Shop below Shoes: Mode Collective Bag: Violet Ray -- photographed by: Jason H.  

Top: American Apparel Shirtdress: H&M Pants: Shop below Shoes: Mode Collective Bag: Violet Ray -- photographed by: Jason H.