My Wish List

         So as the season of fall has come upon us, obviously it’s time to switch out our shorts and tanks for jeans and sweaters! This wardrobe transition is exciting to me because each year different and new items are out in stores. Fashion is ever changing.

         One thing on my wish list for this year is a pair of L.L. Bean boots! These boots are so cute and are perfect for the snowy months. I’ve had people tell me that they think they are “old people shoes”, my dad had a pair when he was in his younger years, but they are really making a comeback! These boots are hand made in Maine, sewn from premium full-grain leather, rubber treed on the bottom, and leather laces in the front. Paired with the right outfit, you can consider yourself fashion forward!

           

            Another item that I am wanting is a vest! I am wanting a puffy vest, but it takes time and patience to find just the right one. The vests that are extremely puffy and make you look like a marshmallow are not something that you would want to purchase, unless you’re going to Colorado for the winter and need to stay warm. The type of vests that I want and love are more of a fashion statement, something that you would wear on a nice breezy day because it wouldn’t keep you that warm. Put this vest over a plaid shirt under a sweater, and you are on the right track for a cute fall look! 

Legends

One of my favorite places to shop at is the Legends. It’s a little far away from where I live, so whenever I go it’s always a treat! The Legends is a huge outdoor shopping complex filled with different restaurants, such as T Rex, Stix, and Panera just to name a few of my favorite. They also have Dave and Busters, which is a restaurant that you can go to not only eat, but play arcade games as well! It’s the perfect atmosphere fort all ages.

In the Legends there are department stores, children's fashion, entertainment, home furnishings and electronics, shoes and athletic apparel, and specialty stores. It is a great place to spend the day with your family and friends, get great deals on all the new trends in fashion, and eat some great food! I recommend everyone visiting the Legends, if you haven't already!

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Fall Season Must Have's

Fall is finally here! Tis the season for pumpkin spice lattes, sweaters, leggings, and boots! Not only is fall my favorite season, but it is a great way for people to start bringing out their own personal styles!

I am all for a getting a good bargain, but its difficult to find good deals on fall clothes. My thrifty ways and relentless shopping tactics have saved me a ton. Here are just a few of my fall fashion must haves:

First, a basic flannel:

I love the look of a flannel over a cute top paired with distressed jeans and boots. You can try this with different materials; light weight to thick fabric, there are many options depending on how much you want to spend. You should wear this with neutral colors. Since plaid is a bold pattern, its best to pair with neutral solids. Leggings and jeggings go great with this fall favorite! 

Another must have is a pair of riding boots:

These boots can easily dress up an outfit or make a comfortable outfit look cute. I prefer lighter shades of riding boots, but the darker leather is also are very in. I just bought this pair of boots (pictured) and the red zipper lined with studs adds a little pop of color and character! 

Lastly, a knitted scarf is great to top off a fall look:

Not only do scarves keep you extremely warm, but they can add the finishing touches to your fall look. The chunkier, the better! Typically you see knitted wool scarves being thicker, but you can also find ones that are thinner. Getting the infinity knitted scarf is best to just throw on and go! Any shade, any style, scarves are a must have. 

About Me

My name is Lauren Kostusik and I am a junior attending Washburn University. I have a loving family and a dog back in my hometown of Overland Park. I am studying Public Relations and I love the Mass Media field and all it has to offer.

I decided to do a blog on fashion because the fashion industry has always been something that I've been interested in. I love to dress up as much as I can because style is very important to me. My favorite thing to do when I have free time is go to the mall and shop. I like to mix and match pieces and see the different combinations of outfits that I can make up with my own clothes. With the fall and winter season approaching it makes me excited to blog about the different trends that are coming up!