I've discussed my very small Aug-Oct work capsule before...

My new Oct-Dec capsule is taking shape & I like to get to know my new clothes a little better on the weekends.

Suz asked if I only wear neutrals, and the answer is usually. But I do like a little color! So here is my colorful new Madewell plaid shirt in red, dark navy and oyster. I often wear button ups like this open and over a tee because my broad upper torso can look very blocky. Also, Northern CA is mild 9 months of the year and layering for the marine layer is just second nature.

I'm wearing it over a warm white Madewell linen swing tee (also new, on clearance) and my BRepublic white cropped jeans from s/s 2013. I used a vintage saddle leather belt to go with my cognac d'orsay flats (I think they're actually closer to what Angie calls pecan)

I'm going shopping... Argh! I hate shopping. But I can't order a jacket until I try some on in the stores so off I go with my darling daughters to critique my choices. Thank god malls sell snacks.

wish me luck! xo