Rain, Mist, Drizzle .::. No Rain Check Needed

Nice to see you, to see you nice,

So Autumn is officially here, and the seasons seemed like they have changed just like that!

SO... can I just say an official goodbye to long warm days and nights? With an open welcome to sweater weather--meaning that we need to break out our scarves, peacoats and other fall essentials!

Oh and it is the season of warm Starbucks again! I have gone everyday almost, I am turning into Marc Minsker :) I can't get enough of those pumpkin spice lattes!

The one thing I can't stand on the other hand is this dreary rain that has been hitting the DMV for the past 2 weeks. It has turned from gross humid rain, to cold misty drizzle. I personally prefer the latter.

But in any case, it always feels impossible to dress cute in the rain. This in fact is not impossible.

If Debbie Reynolds can pull off looking

beautiful while being down poured on, on a soundstage in Hollywood, back in 1952 in Singing in the Rain, it should be easy enough for us 58 years later. So don't put off fashion on a rain check, look cute in precipitation.

This should be your perfect rainy day outfit, which incorporates most of this fall's essentials!

Trench Coat

Oh so classy and mysterious. No need to go all out and get a long trench coat, but get one that falls to your thighs, or to your hips! Buy one in one of fall's favorite colors, you can refer to my post on Paris Fashion Week if you don't know what those colors are! You can be daring and go for a deep red or classic with neutrals, either way you will look super sophisticated. Try this one on for size, the Coffee Shop Belted Twill Long Rain Coat, it comes in a variety of colors at Target and it goes for $34.98. It has perfect in between length, so it will get the job done when you are dealing with the elements.

Scarf

Throw a fun scarf around your neck, not only does it keep your neck warm in the cold rain and wind, but it just plays up your outfit even more-- like an extra effort on such a dreary day.

Jeggings

Resist the urge to grab those sweatpants, I know you want to be comfy, but if you want to look like a million in the rain, without actually putting any effort get yourself in some jeggings. Jeggings are uber soft and comfy, and are effortless just like sweats-- but they give the illusion of effort, and look so much better!

Sperry's, Rain Boots, Boots

All three are acceptable. I love Sperry's--It comes from the inevitable Catholic School upbringing for 13 years--, I lived in them in High School, and white water raft in them, they are just so comfortable and they keep your feet dry! Rain Boots are the epitomy of rainy days, and just give off the fun vibe of "I don't care, I'll walk through this puddle...I'll even jump in it". And wearing your standard leather boots always adds a touch of class.

These elements together will make you really stand out on campus, while everyone else looks like they just rolled out of bed.

I will surely post soon about how to deal with the cold now at night when you find yourself going out.

Anyways Cheers guys and gals!

Stay fashionable slash dry!

Love, J'Adore, Amor,

Gabriela Mercedes

Transition with the Leaves

Hey yo fashion girls and guys!
It's that time of the year again, the season of soccer and football games, which means tailgates and after parties where I know everyone dresses to impress. Soon the trees in Hornbake Plaza will be a vivid gold and Willow Walk will lose its leaves.
First things first, I apologize for not posting in forever! I have been super uber busy this past month since I have been back at school. I feel like this semester my social life has been so demanding! But in honor the autumnal equinox, I thought I should give the perfect guide on how to transition into fall just like natures fashionistas-- the trees leaves-- gracefully.
I know right now it is still technically super hot out, at least today was, we even had a thunderstorm roll on by, which almost kept me from going out, but lets be serious, it is gone now which is perfect--all systems are go--but soon it will be windy and chilly for all those morning classes. This always makes it confusing for getting dressed in the mornings, it is going to be cold in the mornings but warm in the afternoon, then cold later when the sun begins to set, which drives me nuts because I can never choose if I should dress more summery or autumny--it is indeed a hard transition.

PLAN: check the weather; hour by hour.

• If it is going to be in the 70s or below, wear jeans; it is acceptable.

But, since it is still warm out wear some cute sandals, and a fun tank top!
Pack a sweater for the lecture halls they keep like the arctic too.
And if it is a particularly windy day grab your favorite lightweight scarf!

• If it is anything above 80 degrees please wear shorts, rompers, skirts, or dresses.

You can make this look autumny by wearing and oversized vest.
Make your feet look classy with some oxfords, or mocassins!

Just a friendly reminder: step away from the UGGS until the very end of fall PLEASE & THANK YOU.

Fashionable Guy Sightings: Andrew Harvey with his awesome collection of pastels and oxford shirts.
Guy I met with a red watch, always classy.

So please transition well, and don't fall all the way down with the leaves just yet, it has yet to cool down.

Enjoy how colorful the campus is going to get & GO TERPS!

Love, J'Adore, Amore,

Gabriela Mercedes