When blogger and New York Fashion Week pal Simone Danielle of suggested a blogger collaboration on fall essentials, I quickly jumped at the opportunity. The topic made me wonder, though, what exactly makes something an essential? I decided it was a combination of classics and trends, pieces that never go out style and are flattering for multiple occasions. Take a look at the items I handpicked and don’t forget to check out other blogger-approved fall essentials from Katie of Lucy & Camilla, Heather of Fashionista NY Girl, and Simone of Fashion Runs the World.
1. Tartan mug that makes drinking coffee, hot chocolate, or apple cider more aesthetically pleasing (and a great Instagram prop!).
2. Belted poncho – one of my favorite fall 2014 trends, and a must-have for staying warm without looking too bulky.
3. Leopard flats that can take you from work to weekend, and literally go with everything. Leopard is a neutral, didn’t you know?
4. Berry lip stain. Ever since I started wearing lip stains last season I’ve been obsessed and won’t go back to lip gloss. The lip stain line by Cynthia Rowley lasts all day.
5. As a Murad Ambassador I’ve had the opportunity to try several Murad samples courtesy of the brand and this moisturizer is one of my favorites. Infused with Vitamin C, the Essential-C Day Moisture gives my skin a summer glow in fall.
6. Cashmere tech gloves for the Instagram addicted (hello, me!).
7. Over-the-knee boots because everyone needs a pair in their closet.
8. Striped shirt because, like the leopard flats, it literally goes with everything. Bonus points if you pair stripes with leopard.
9. Oxblood nail polish for a Halloween and post-Halloween vampire look.
