ALL ABOUT THESE BOOTS

Houston's weather dipped down to a perfect 68 degrees and I couldn't have asked for a more beautiful day! It got me in such a mood for fall, I just had to shop for the season's necessities - including boots. I picked up a pair of Steve Madden 'Troopa' combat boots (yes, the ones I've borrowed from Jill) from Nordstrom. 

And obviously one pair isn't enough! It's time to build up my boot collection all over again, so check out my favorites below.

Top to bottom, left to right: 1. Jaegar Booties ($160.00) - Dolce Vita, 2. Steve Madden 'Troopa' Boot ($79.90 - On Sale!) - Nordstrom, 3. Kandice ($150.00) - Sam Edelman, 4. The Caleb Boot ($238.00) - Madewell, 5. Shirley OTK ($498.00) - FRYE, 6. Ubel ($175.00) - Kelsie Dagger Brooklyn, 7. Eisner ($220.00) - Jeffrey Campbell, 8. Women's Original Short Refined Back Strap Rain Boots ($185.00) - Hunter, 9. Belle by Sigerson Morrison Cynna Embellished Booties ($395.00) - Shopbop.

Do you have your fall boots yet?

Jess

MAUVE MOMENT

When it comes to our closets, everything is pretty black and white (and maybe grey). However, we're currently having a moment with mauve and we're not hiding it one bit. That's why we're sharing some mauve pieces that we're kicking off this warmer weather with. From lips to shoes, nails to clothing - we've got you covered for that monochromatic look or a splash of muted color.

Top to bottom, left to right: 1. Love in the Dunes ($18.00) - Deborah Lippmann, 2. Silence + Noise 'Around We Go' Top ($39.00) - Urban Outfitters, 3. NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Sex Machine ($31.00) - Sephora, 4. Christopher Kon Woven Cross Body Bag ($215.00) - Shopbop, 5. 'Tie, Tie Again' Wrap Dress ($59.00 - On Sale!) - LuLu's, 6. Jill Stuart Tie Shirt ($448.00) - Shopbop, 7. Oliver Peoples Eyewear 'Jacey' Mirrored Sunglasses ($325.00) - Shopbop, 8. Free People 'Runaway' Cutoff Denim Shorts ($58.00) - Nordstrom, 9. Jeffrey Campbell 'Burke' Single Band Sandals ($120.00) - Shopbop.

How are you wearing mauve?

Jess & Jill

WEDDING INSPIRATION: THE LOOK

I have tried on numerous wedding gowns and I haven't been able to envision myself in any of them. From the silhouette to whether it matches my glasses of choice (weird request, I know), it just hasn't been "the one". 

I started to think about my "look". Did I want to feel glamorous? Sexy? Bohemian? No, I just want to feel cool. Then it finally hit me - I really did love Solange's wedding dress. (So much, I even did a post about it, but completely forgot until recently, obvi.) With that dress in mind, the details came pouring in. Rose gold, black, metal, onyx. With my fiancé in black by my side, chic and cool will be done in one fell swoop!

Now it's time to research local Houston designers and make my vision a reality! See my inspirations for my wedding look below.

Loeffler Randall Metallic Lock Clutch ($350.00) - Shopbop, Diane Kordas Rose Gold Black Diamond Bar Necklace ($940.00) - Neiman Marcus, Halston Heritage Asymmetric Flutter Sleeve Gown ($595.00) - Bloomingdale's, Hutton ($95.00) - Warby Parker, Horizon Duality Ring ($200.00) - Bing Bang NYC, Solange Knowles in Kenzo (Us Mazagaine), Jeffrey Campbell 'Burke' Platform Heel ($135.00) - Nasty Gal, Luxe Pave Deco Bar Stud Earrings ($29.00 - On Sale!) - Henri Bendel, Octagon Stone Bracelet ($575.00) - Vita Fede, Livid ($16.00) - LVX.

What will your "wedding look" look like?

Jess

RAIN, RAIN, GO AWAY

Or if you have to stay, let's get your feet ready to stay dry.

Rain isn't shy when it comes to Houston, but just like winter coats in Chicago, there is no reason to wear boring rain boots just because the weather sucks. From prints to studs, pops of color to sleek chic - you can find the perfect pair to match your changing outfit and style. Trust me, I've got a few pairs myself. See my favorite boots to stomp in puddles, below!

1. Joules 'Evedone' Rain Boot ($164.95) - Nordstrom, 2. Hunter Original Fringe Mid-Calf Rain Boots ($185.00) - Saks Fifth Avenue, 3. SLOOSH Italy Original Opaque Rain Boots ($220.00) - Shopbop, 4. Jeffrey Campbell Forecast Rain Boot ($70.00) - Urban Outfitters, 5. Original Tall Dazzle Rain Boots ($235.00) - Hunter, 6. Rockstud Rain Boot ($445.00) - Valentino, 7. Chooka Top Solid Rain Boot ($70.00) - Zappos, 8. Melissa Soldier Angkle Boots ($185.00) - Saks Fifth Avenue, 9. Spring 13 Rainboot ($10.00) - Marc by Marc Jacobs.

How do you keep your feet dry?

Jess

FAVORITO FRIDAY: COLORFUL LUCITE

I'm a lover of lucite and usually shy away from color, but with this trend, the collaboration is beautiful. And what better way to kiss the winter GOODBYE than with bright accessories? Despite the low temps, it is Spring.

1. Lucite Minaudiere ($148.00) - Juicy Couture, 2. Stuart Weitzman Theone Patent Leather Lucite Heel ($398.00) - Saks Fifth Avenue, 3. Sandy Hyuen Layered Necklace ($115.00) - Max & Chloe; 4. Sandy Hyuen Yellow Personalized Necklace ($45.00) - Max & Chloe. 5. Lucite Ring ($58.00) - Vince Camuto, 6. Betsey Johnson Crystallized Lucite Heart Drop Earrings ($40.00) - Lord & Taylor, 7. BCBGeneration Morgan Lucite Minaudiere ($54.99 - On Sale!) - 6PM, 8. Jeffrey Campbell Green Snake Scatter Flat ($135.00) - NastyGal, 9. CC Skye Bright Love Lucite Clutch ($255.00) - Shopbop, 10. Skinny Lucite Bangle ($42.00) - Juicy Couture, 11. Diane Von Furstenberg Patmos Sandal ($325.00) - Nordstrom

Hope you have a colorful Friday!

x Jill

SKULL SOCIETY

While my style has evolved through the years, one thing I've kept from my teen angst is my love for skull details. As soon as fall came around, I was so excited to see skulls in every store I went into. Skulls in fashion is almost synonymous with Alexander McQueen, but if that's oh, just a tiny bit out of your price range, finding stylish pieces with a little bit of edge is a breeze. My absolute favorite right now is House of Harlow 1960. With various metals, stones, and finishes, their skull pieces are a perfect accessory to any outfit, no matter what style you're rocking.

House of Harlow 1960 Gold Skull End Cuff ($75.00) - Bloomingdale's (900 N. Michigan Ave.),  House of Harlow 1960 Rose Gold Skull Vile Necklace ($125.00) - Bloomingdale's (900 N. Michigan Ave.), Skull Print Leggings ($44.00) - Topshop (830 N. Michigan Ave.), Skull Shirt ($49.90) - Zara (store locations), Alexander McQueen Skull Scarf ($445.00) - Saks Fifth Avenue (700 N. Michigan Ave.), House of Harlow 1960 Oval Skull Ring ($90.00) - Bloomingdale's (900 N. Michigan Ave.), House of Harlow 1960 'Triple Skull' Stud Earrings ($55.00) - Nordstrom (520 N. Michigan Ave.), Jeffrey Campbell 'Skulltini' ($154.95) - Lori's Shoes (store locations)

If you're obsessed like me, you'll also enjoy this skull-themed Tumblr, skullology.

XO Jess

WEDGE FEVER

Can you feel it? Spring is in the air and we've already caught our wedge fever! Always thinking that heels weren't for me (I blame those flat feet genes, thanks dad), I found it hard to accept a future below eye-level. Last winter I decided to step out of the (shoe)box and engage in a risky relationship with these DV by Dolce Vita 'Paloma' wedge booties, and I met my partner in crime... Wedges! Now I can wear them everyday, all day. Since then, my collection for Spring has reached new heights, and once this beautiful weather stays for more than two days, I'll be busting them out, without busting my ass. From espadrilles to leather, flatforms to sky high wedges, I am relishing in wedge fever!

1. Dolce Vita 'Julie' Sandal ($178.95) - Nordstrom (520 N. Michigan Ave.)
2. Vince Camuto 'Shivona' Sandal ($110.00) - Macy's (111 N. State St., 835 N. Michigan Ave.)
3. Veletto Wedges ($188.95) - Lori's Shoes (824 W. Armitage Ave.)
4. 'Lisbon' Sandal ($136.00) - Topshop (830 N. Michigan Ave.)
5. 'Calcagni' Wedges ($120.00) - Aldo (click here for locations)
6. Jeffrey Campbell 'STR8UP' Wedge (159.90) - Akira Shoes (click here for locations)
7. 'Lindsay' Wedges ($275.00) - Kate Spade (56 E. Oak St.)
8. Chloé Leather Platform Wedge ($695.00) - Saks (700 N. Michigan Ave.)

What's your must have wedge for this Spring/Summer?

XO Jess