The Nordstrom End-of-Summer Clearance Sale is going on now where you can save up to 40% through September 13 on all those summer items still on your wishlist...or, you can find pieces that will work well into the fall and beyond. This floral skater dress will take on a romantic fall mood with opaque tights, ankle boots and a floppy felt hat, while this pencil skirt in a rich plum hue will look office-chic with navy, ivory and leopard accents (check out this outfit for inspiration).

Sometimes I feel like I'm living on the wrong coast, because as much as I love classic New England style, I'm obsessed with the ease and warmth of modern California-casual decor. Case in point: Every time Glitter Guide founder Taylor Sterling posts a peek of her L.A. home on Instagram (@taylorsterling), I swoon. I love the lightness, the soft pinks and muted tans, the Southwest references and the warm-weather plants like cacti and fiddle leaf figs that still feel really exotic to this East Coast via Midwest girl. If you share my obsession, read on for budget-friendly decor items and furniture that will help you get Taylor's look in your own living room...

Never one to rock the boat, JCPenney quietly shared their women's casual fall lookbook featuring easy ensembles from a.n.a., Liz Claiborne, St. John's Bay and Stylus (their newer in-house label). But that doesn't mean they aren't up to great things for fall. Designer Nicole Miller celebrated her 10th anniversary with a special limited-edition collection (still available) and the department store has teamed with Eva Longoria on a chic new home collection. As for the fall lookbook, highlights include a St. John's Bay anorak ($60), Stylus poncho ($40), tan Stylus moto jacket ($84), and a.n.a. 2fer top ($36) - and I call them "highlights" because they're easy-to-wear pieces with lots of style potential that you can work into your existing wardrobe. Shop these looks in stores and online at jcp.com starting this month. See anything here that catches your eye?

Check out the Macy's Fall 2015 Lookbook here >>

This weekend I stopped by T.J.Maxx to check out the latest fall boot offerings. You may not always find your size or the exact style you want, but I've concluded you will pay less for on-trend looks by top brands. And no I'm not a paid spokesperson (unfortunately! LOL) that's just my experience. So here I've snapped pics of the boots I liked the most, which I found in almost every aisle (every size, yay!). Brands like Franco Sarto and Donald J. Pliner are always a safe bet for comfort and durability, while Steve Madden and Madden Girl always offer up the latest trends (and hold up well, too) - like lace-up boots, ankle boots, Western-inspired ankle boots and classic riding boots. Franco Sarto is kind of the dark horse - not known for their "cool" factor but usually real leather and a high-end look. I'm going to keep stalking my store in the coming weeks, so check back for more photos. And don't miss my posts on the latest fall boots styles at Kohl's and Target, either, so you can compare and contrast before you shop! See any pairs you love?

Kourtney Kardashian was snapped taking her kids to a park in Malibu wearing a casual boho look that's chic yet practical (depending on where you live) - her dolman sleeve top with fringe detail is loose and feminine while her denim cutoffs add edge and show off her legs. The black ankle boots take this look from summer to fall and a low heel means you can be comfy on your feet, too. (I'm very proud of the budget version we found that's just $25!) Read on to steal this look for less...