Fall Inspiration

I have not been inspired to write in this space the past few months. Maybe because we are in our sixth month of summer and I am so over the heat and the clothes that go with it.  Or maybe because my body has changed recently and I don't like how a lot of my clothes fit #thisisalmost40.  Or maybe because there are other things taking up that space in my brain like work, or laundry, or kids sports schedules, or God. Regardless of what it was, I feel inspired today. 

The first little nudge came when in 24 hours, 3 strangers complimented me on my earings. This is not something that happens often, and it made me feel sparkly.  These are the fabulous earrings, purchased from a local shop Union Studio that features St. Louis artisans. 

Last weekend we were fortunate enough to take a little vacation to the mountains in Vail, Colorado. It is Fall there! The mornings are crisp, the leaves are golden and the air is fresh. I took it all in. I mean really, deep breath, inhaled it in to my bones. I got dressed for a morning mountain adventure and I felt absolutely fabulous. I came out and said to Jason, "This is Fall."  
Level99 Jeans, UGG Boots, Sun & Sand sweater, tweed crossbody from Ireland, Colorado hat. 

We strolled around the Farmers Market in Vail on Sunday morning and I took in all the textures, patterns, fabrics and trades and I felt inspired. This felt so much better than searching the internet or roaming aimlessly around the mall and department stores looking for something to grab my attention.
I bought the black jacket below in about 30 seconds.  I saw it, felt it, and purchased it before Jason even knew what happened. I said, "it's like buttah." He looked very confused. I just googled this for some context expecting Barbra Streisand or Coffee Talk info to pop up - but no, apparently Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are the more recent 'like butter' reference #Ifeelold. It looks like it has leather accents but it a fabric treatment and it is SO soft. I just wish it wasn't 90 degrees here today so I could wear it! Normally I prefer structured jackets to help give my small torso some shape, but this silhouette is easy to wear and so versatile.   

I have also been getting little nudges and inspiration from my podcast addiction - Rachel Hollis, Jen Hatmaker, and Anne Bogel  - who has a podcast about books (my other passion) but talks about all sorts of other things on her blog. This one got me thinking. I have written about the cost-per-wear before, but I had never heard the 'spend to your weakness' tip.  I have been trying to figure out what my weakness is. I have too many! What is yours?

Thank you for taking the time to read!