This week I cruised through Forever 21, where new fall arrivals like moody florals, richly hued accessories and feminine lace are making these last days of summer much easier to part with. Easy updates you can try for your wardrobe would include picking up a floral tunic or long sleeve blouse that you can wear now with white jeans and ankle boots and again with knee-high boots and chunky cardigans in the fall.

I bought two pairs of the Sunset Mid-Rise Skinny Jean (in black and white) and the fit was great for those us not in our twenties anymore. I had to go up 3 sizes but I have no problem doing that with juniors clothing - just go with what fits! These come in lots of cool colors for fall.

I also thought these mini crossbody bags look adorable especially for the price, as well as the faux leather bags in hunter green and burgundy. After the heat wave we've been experiencing, fall - and fall fashion - can't come soon enough! Keep reading to see more highlights from my trip, including a luxe looking lace skirt under $25 and must-have camo jacket...

When incorporating a pop of color, I love pairing a single piece with a neutral or monochromatic background so it stands out, but isn't too overwhelming — I'm definitely a minimalist at heart. In this ensemble, Olivia Palermo does the same by incorporating bright yellow loafers with distressed skinny jeans, a white off-the-shoulder top, skinny black scarf, black belt, a classic watch and a versatile leather-trimmed canvas clutch. The accessories alone elevate the otherwise simple t-shirt and denim outfit, and our curated finds are on point. Get the look for less with these fab finds that start at just $9.99!

Thanks to a tip from an alert brand-name-bargain-hunting friend, I've learned that you can snag a pair of TOMS Desert Wedge Suede Booties for just $59.99 on sale at Costco! These shoes retail for $88.95 at Nordstrom (here) and have 236 five-star ratings! I know from reading other fashion blogs that these booties are super popular because they're cool, stylish, yet comfortable, too, and endlessly versatile. If you've been eying these, now's your chance to own a pair at a serious discount! The only catch: You have to be a Costco member. Pick them up in tan or black (or both!) for $59.99 HERE.

Looking for other winter boots on sale? I noticed Costco also carries these Chooka Herringbone Rainboots for $24.95 (I couldn't find any identical pairs but these Chooka rainboots are $64.95 at Nordstrom), and the UGG Australia Classic Short Boot for $99.99 (compare with these classic short UGGs, $159.95 at Nordstrom). Lots of really amazing options right now to choose from - but act quickly, I know that the last time Costco had a deal on Hunter Wellies, those boots sold out FAST!

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I may be jumping the gun here in mid-August, but I'm ready to talk about what to buy at Payless for Fall - there's so much goodness! I got their back-to-school mailer and immediately headed to my store to pick up the 'Max' Bootie in Olive for $34.99 plus 20% off using the coupon from the mailer (sign up for the Payless mailing list to get your coupon). This boot will be a workhorse in my everyday wardrobe - it's cute, stylish, yet comfy enough for chasing after kids, running errands, you name it! It'll look good with dresses or jeans. I'm already contemplating going back for the brown. Runs TTS.

In her latest casual street style ensemble, Emma Roberts gives us the perfect summer to fall transitional outfit recipe. She pairs a camel crewneck sweater with white skinny jeans, then finishes the look with a cognac bag and silver oxfords. I feel like this is something one of my favorite fashion bloggers might wear...simple yet chic neutral basics and compliment-inducing accessories! And if you think metallic oxfords are hard to style, just check out previous looks by Maria Menounos, Olivia Palermo and Kendall Jenner for more outfit inspo - see how versatile they are?! I'm loving this pair from Sole Society - the cool cut-outs make this menswear-inspired piece easy to wear year round.

Snag all my look for less finds below, and don't miss the exclusive discount from Kendra Scott for a chance to save big on her new fall collection!





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