Thanks so much ladies! I'm sorry for the very delayed reply, I had a hectic work deadline to meet. I appreciate all the great feedback about #2/3! Although perhaps it was a bit unfair to that first outfit to pair it in a post with the second
Laurie, I agree about wearing more orange! Along with white it's my favorite color to wear. I've been scooping it up this season because, happily, my favorite deeply-saturated-and-red-leaning shades seem to be quite prevalent.
Sharan, black boots did come to mind as an option with the first outfit actually; they looked great with the jacketed version, but felt heavy without. At least for such a nice day! I was indeed thinking of the cognac as another "orange" shade, though can certainly see how it might not come across that way.
Rabbit, hey so nice to see you! I miss your clever outfits, hope everything is going well.
Stephanie, the sweater is a great "transitional" weight. I'm very comfortable in, worn sleeveless, it from 60-70F; I'll be wearing over a sheer blouse when the temps dip down into the 50s. I don't find the cowl overly warm either because it's soooo big that it stands/flops away from my neck. Worth a try, might be good for a FL winter!
Elizabeth, a good thought on the "weight" of the pieces in #1 -- It did feel a little seasonally confused with the jacket on (spot on, the pants are the light piece there), but felt quite nice without it since there was so much skin showing.
Angie, oooh! Love the bag, love the boots. Might have to get the boots Happy to reign over Kingdom Orange! I've bought several pieces this season, and am wearing this sweater again today ^^