I can hardly take how chic this wave of J Crew new arrivals is! With interesting prints, new takes on the basics and yummy fall/winter shades cropping up left and right, I'm so excited to finally welcome coat weather. I've got my sights set on a few cozy sweaters and as many llama printed pieces as I can get! What are you loving from the collection?

1. Double Zip Sweater
2. New Balance for J Crew 620 Sneakers
3. Piamita Alexa Pant
4. Wool Houndstooth Scarf
5. Military Pocket Shirt
6. Tweed-Sleeve Top
7. Everly Suede Metallic-Trim Pumps
8. Colorblock Duffel Coat

p.s. We spent all day yesterday in and out of doctor's offices (we're trying to sort out my mother's health issues, as mentioned earlier in the week) so I have no 30x30 outfit to share with you today. Although outfits may be sporadic for the next few days, I'll be wearing/photographing outfits until this little challenge is over!

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1. preen by thorton bregazzi stretch-crepe dress 2. j crew crystal chevron link bracelet 3. j crew double row crystal necklace 4. paper bag 5. zara basic high heel ankle-strap shoe 6. witchery luella cat-eye sunglasses 7. the lady smokes cigarette holder 8. starbucks coffee

As we gear up for All Hallows Eve there will inevitably be a few of us who've let the costume planning fall by the wayside (okay, so that's me... oops). Luckily, I'm here to help! Still searching for the perfect disguise and only have time to pull pieces from your own wardrobe (or looking to buy items you can reuse all year)? I've got you covered.

The iconic opening scene of Breakfast at Tiffany's is a wonderful place to start. If you have a classic LBD (Who doesn't? You definitely should.), a few statement jewels and an affinity for pastry + coffee, this costume is for you. Holly Golightly's scene-stealing style will keep you looking chic all night long (go ahead, do that Monster Mash!).

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sweater: j crew | shorts: gap | bracelet: j crew | necklace: forever 21 (similar) | glitter loafers: target | bag: chanel

Some days are far less than perfect! Although that's true for everyone, I feel as though I've had a string of bad days back to back to back. Even though I've been a bit down lately, I'm beyond excited for the things that I have coming up: Leah Bergman's blogging workshop (Freutcamp) this weekend, Halloween, returning home to Alabama...

So, my question is this: how do you turn a rut around?!