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When I studied for the SATs in high school, I LOVED analogies.

I know…nerd alert.

So, here’s an analogy for you.

Chambray Shirt : Easy :: Calculus : Difficult

Okay, not my best effort, but you get the idea. Webster defines chambray as “a fine lightweight fabric woven with white threads across a colored warp”. I would define it as a “very soft, lighter denim”.

A chambray shirt is/should be a key staple in your wardrobe. It is incredibly versatile. In other words, it’s the new white button-up shirt.

Here’s why:

It looks great with jeans. Consider it a “classy Canadian tuxedo”. 😉

It can be worn over a maxi dress and tied at the waist. Perfect for taking those summer dresses into fall.

It looks amazing with corduroy.

It can also be worn with metallics.

It can be worn long and belted over a strapless dress or skirt.

It dresses down a fancy, sequin skirt.

It can be worn with any color skinny jeans.

So, did I convince you how awesome the chambray shirt is and how much you need one?

If you don’t have one yet, now’s the perfect time to ask for one for Christmas.

My chambray shirt is from Target, but I found some other options for you here, here, here and here. Or you can always scour your local Plato’s Closet or Goodwill.

Happy Friday!

I had the pleasure of hanging out with my gorgeous friend, Cara, this week.

We made up some outfits to show how to layer and transition a dress or outfit from spring/summer to fall/winter.

Keep in mind that we live in Southern California, so we don’t bundle up as much as some states, but some of the concepts of layering can still be used.

1. A long sleeve shirt and leggings/tights can make a dress last all year long.

2. A great pair of boots is a valuable thing to have.

3. Cardigans are your best friend for the fall transition. Buy them in a lot of colors.

4. Always layer shirts over top of each other. You’ll never know what will and won’t work until you try. Plus, scarves add warmth and a pop of color.

5. A blazer or jacket can pull any dress or outfit together to look more professional, no matter what time of year.

6. Flannel shirts can be tied at the waist to act as outerwear or you could button and belt one like a cardigan.

What do you think? Are there any outfits that you wear in warmer weather that you think you could transition to fall?

Since this is such a picture dense post, I’ll be posting MY outfits from the week tomorrow, so stay tuned.

Happy Black Friday! 🙂