I have a major confession. With the sun setting so early…. I’ve been kind of tired more than normal. Nothing has really majorly changed in my life, it’s just the sun!!! Because of the way my apartment is situated and the trees on my block, it is DARK inside at 4pm. Legitimately dark at 4pm and completely pitch black at 5pm. It’s so hard to stay focused when it feels like midnight. (I’ve been starting my day extra early to combat this.)
For better or for worse this has translated to my outfits. Almost every day, I’m wearing jeans and a sweater with one of my favorite scarves. So easy, it’s embarrassing!
This is also my most ideal work-from-home outfit. I feel completely comfortable, but it’s not like I’m just lounging in pajamas. I can run downtown for a quick coffee or meet up with friends for dinner at the end of the day and not feel like a total slob. Hello, win-win.
Oh, and I really do love a good navy and grey combination; it’s Georgetown’s colors!
This Gap scarf has to be my best purchase this fall. I bought it on a whim… I went into Gap for something random for Garrett and couldn’t resist the scarf for myself. It’s also everywhere. I know a lot of girls has the tartan blanket scarf, but I swear… I see a couple of girls on the subway wearing one of the Gap scarves every day! It’s super soft and big enough without being overwhelming and the perfect neutral plaid.
I was just in the city two weeks ago and it is so crisp and fresh! I am super jealous to see you enjoying the gorgeous weather…. and that vest is perfection.
Love! This whole look has been my "go-to" for the weather lately- just enough warmth for the cool California air! I love pairing sweaters with a vest, scarf, and a great pair of jeans. You can't go wrong!
I can totally relate to this! It's completely dark at 5pm in my appartment too and that's extremaly annoying! So, recently I've been really productive in the early hours of the day and kind of not so much in the evening…
Love the scarf and the loafers, you're wearing! <3
This is a perfect outfit! I've been doing the same thing almost every day – down to the vest! I have one of the plaid scarves from Old Navy and I love it! Except It's way to cold here to wear flats outside already!
That scarf is sooo cute! The minute I saw your instgram post I needed to find the blog post about where you got it from! Love how you wore it, too xx -Amanda- http://affordablebyamanda.blogspot.com/
A scarf is one of my ways to elevate a simple outfit. Bonus: It doubles as a wrap when my office is freezing! Gap nailed it with their cozy basics this year.
I have last seasons version of the scarf in pink, and in red, and I love it! They are so soft, and comfortable, and perfect for the awkward fall/early-winter weather we've been experiencing! And I'd love if you did more outfit posts; you always look so amazing!
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Reposting because my brother in law was right, this is the better photo and I want it on my grid!! Can we pretend like it’s the first time you’re seeing it 🙊
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The night this photo was taken was one of the most beautiful evenings– we had dinner with our friends outside at Millie’s. Taking turns bouncing Rory and keeping Jack on track to eat his dinner. I couldn’t tell you a single thing that was discussed between rushed bites and standing up and sitting back down only to stand back up again. (In my memory, I was just completely preoccupied with trying to keep Rory out of the sun.) When the final drop of our margaritas were sipped and the last chip with guacamole was consumed, we all got up to go catch the sunset on the beach– bedtimes be damned! As we were walking, my brother in law carrying Rory and Jack on Mike’s shoulders (I was trailing behind with my phone snapping pictures), a man walked by us and said “it may not seem like it, but these are the best days of your life.” He got choked up telling us about his children; I got choked up thinking about how lucky we are. The air was cool and the sun was painting the sky with cotton candy colors and I said to Mike, “I’m so overwhelmed all the time but it’s the best kind of overwhelm.” I feel like I’m drowning most days– there’s always more to do and less time to do it in– and I’m touched out and overstimulated and my brain is most definitely mush. And they’re still the very best days. 🫶🏻
I’m Carly! I have been creating content online for over fifteen years- I started my blog my freshman year of college and now I’m a 34 year old mom of two little boys.
Right now I am finding the sweet spot of mothering and working. I am creating a magical, simple childhood for my boys while still finding time to do things that fill my own cup like working out, reading, practicing photography, and needlepointing.
I feel best when I put on a cute outfit in the morning and a tiny bit of makeup and have my hair blown out… but I also want to be comfortable and I am embracing my wrinkles and I’m letting my hair go grey.
My dream is to own a bookstore (one day!!), I am a huge homebody (major JOMO), and I’d love for to follow along! 🫶🏻
I was just in the city two weeks ago and it is so crisp and fresh! I am super jealous to see you enjoying the gorgeous weather…. and that vest is perfection.
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You make me feel better about only wearing navy and black and grey because you pull it off so well! I love that scarf!
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Loved your styling, composition and elan with which you carry the look 🙂
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Love! This whole look has been my "go-to" for the weather lately- just enough warmth for the cool California air! I love pairing sweaters with a vest, scarf, and a great pair of jeans. You can't go wrong!
Jenny
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I can totally relate to this! It's completely dark at 5pm in my appartment too and that's extremaly annoying! So, recently I've been really productive in the early hours of the day and kind of not so much in the evening…
Love the scarf and the loafers, you're wearing! <3
xx
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Loving the vest and the scarf!!
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Love this outfit! It is definitely one that I wear on the regular, just with a different color combination.
Kate
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I like this combo, nothing wrong with a sweater and scarf!
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I've been feeling under the weather too, Carly! The shorter days has everything to do with it.
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I love the scarf, and your vest! I can't get enough of vests these days.
Xo,
Momo
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Such a great cozy fall outfit! Love it!
Love your outfit and those shoes are so beautiful!
Lauren,
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Love that scarf with that vest!
xx
Lauren Elizabeth
Petite in Pearls
Love the scarf. How do you like working from home – I would love to do that or something that I am passionate about like you!! 🙂
This is a perfect outfit! I've been doing the same thing almost every day – down to the vest! I have one of the plaid scarves from Old Navy and I love it! Except It's way to cold here to wear flats outside already!
Kayla
http://blondeinlaw.blogspot.ca/
Love this look! So comfy and cute!
Renee // gimmeglamour.blogspot.com
I love this whole outfit! Plus, if you have a Bank of America credit card, they often use Gap on the cash back deals!
Vanessa
Vanessa Lang Design
LOVE this ensemble! And your hair looks gorgeous, as usual!
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Gorgeous scarf!
Meg
http://www.smalltownsisters.blogspot.com
I love that scarf!
Emily
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That scarf is sooo cute! The minute I saw your instgram post I needed to find the blog post about where you got it from! Love how you wore it, too xx
-Amanda-
http://affordablebyamanda.blogspot.com/
I have a scarf from Gap that is so cozy and I love it! Love the colors on yours!
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that is actually a really pretty scarf! I've been so into scarves this year because they are so easy to throw on with anything!!
ClassToCloset
A scarf is one of my ways to elevate a simple outfit. Bonus: It doubles as a wrap when my office is freezing! Gap nailed it with their cozy basics this year.
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Beautiful outfit! That scarf is definitely a standout.
I love the navy shoes with the bow!
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I have last seasons version of the scarf in pink, and in red, and I love it! They are so soft, and comfortable, and perfect for the awkward fall/early-winter weather we've been experiencing! And I'd love if you did more outfit posts; you always look so amazing!