{Forever 21 Southwest Print Coat, Uniqlo Sweater Dress, Chloe Sunglasses & Handbag, c/o Anjolee Earrings, Lanvin Boots via Century 21}

This is yet another one of those outfits that’s chock full of things that I’m lovin’ at the moment.  So let’s list them all, shall we?:

1. For starters, this coat from Forever 21 is da business.  Every time I get ready to write that store off for good, I run into a little gem like this one.  It’s the perfect weight for chilly fall weather, and I’m slightly gaga over the southwestern-style print.
2. This cozy turtleneck sweater dress from Uniqlo is the stuff dreams are made of… no, seriously. Rumor has it that a certain individual may have also purchased this exact same dress in navy after wearing the grey one for 3 days straight.
3. My new diamond stud earrings sent over by the lovely folks at Anjolee are just what I was looking for after recently losing one of my white sapphire studs.  If you’re in the market for a little bling, I highly recommend checking out their site for more drool-worthy designs that can be customized to your exact preferences and budget.
4. Lastly, these boots represent my latest incredible shoe deal. I spotted these beauties at Century 21 at an already steep discount and jumped on them when they went on sale for an additional 25% off.  I love how they can be dressed up or down, and the shorter heels means that I’ve been stomping all over the city in them.

{Forever 21 Maxi Cardigan & Over-the-Knee Boots (old, but also love these), Prada Sunglasses, Old Navy Tank Top, Zara Riding Pants, 3.1 Phillip Lim Handbag, Bulova Watch,  Henri Bendel  & Street Vendor Bracelets}

Let’s talk over-the-knee boots…

I’ve always found them intriguing, but they can be a little risqué, no?  In any case, I got this pair on the cheap from Forever 21 about 2 years ago just to test the waters.  My frugality turned out to be a good decision since they haven’t gotten much play in my wardrobe.  But over the past few weeks, I’ve suddenly found myself reaching for them more and more.  I don’t know, perhaps I’m getting sassier with age.  If this keeps up, I may wind up shelling out for a nicer pair (most likely with a lower heel).  My personal preference is to wear OTK boots casually – with either skinny jeans or sleek riding pants and a cozy knit top or oversized sweater (they can also look surprisingly demure with midi-length skirts, as shown here).

If I do make the splurge, you guys will definitely be the first to know.  In the mean time, here are a few beauties that I have my eye on…

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