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Stripes and Checkerboards

 Here before we head out for the holiday are some pics of my go-to striped fall sweater that I got last year that subtly plays in the rugby trend of this year. Look at me being all clairvoyant. 



















coat/pants-Nordstrom(similar coat here), sweater-Anthropologie(similar here and here), boots-Nordstrom (similar here and here) sunnies-Versace(more options here), bag-DSW, pins-- Etsy seller The Hawk and The Oak, bracelet/rings-Ana Luisa

A couple of things to note. First, yes, I did recently post the exact same sweater and trouser pairing here. However, as we move into colder days I really like the color combinations going on with adding the purple coat and boots.  

Second, this bag was a promotional gift, but I customized it and "falled-it-up" with these adorable pins from The Hawk and The Oak highly recommend picking up some of their wares for stocking stuffers this season. 

Third, this it not the first time this checkerboard has been featured here on Outfits Not Just Clothes... we did an outfit shoot for one of my very first blog posts way back in November 2011!!!! Talk about a full circle moment. So much has changed over the last 14 years (!!!) that I've been writing, posting, and outfitting.  But even after graduate degrees, job changes, moving, kids, so many purchases and rentals and returns it's still really about putting together outfits that speak to me and my style then finding interesting, yet realistic locations for taking pictures. Thanks for reading.   

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  1. Letting go of busy nothings is such a powerful reminder to focus on what truly matters—comfort, confidence, and simplicity included. That’s exactly what we aim for at Marshas Clothing, one of the best online clothing stores for women who want style without the stress. Loved this perspective!

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