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      Last Chance: Don’t Miss Madewell’s Epic Insider Sale

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      As you’ve probably heard by now, fall is officially in full swing (it’s 55 degrees in Chicago right now and as I type this I’m wearing a sweatshirt over a turtleneck—there’s no going back).This fall, our strategy for fall spending is spending less on super trendy pieces and concentrating more on investing in well-made classics and comfortable options that can be worn at home. The best place to find them? Madewell.
      For a limited time, Madewell is offering 20% off for all Madewell Insiders (plus you can earn double points on bags!). That means that you can get all your cool-weather essentials—including their newest pieces—at a rare, discounted price. Stop what you’re doing and get ready for the best season of the year.

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      Goodbye Sweats: Comfortable Clothes That Still Look Nice

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      I’m going to be honest: I’ve officially hit a point in quarantine where my sweats just aren’t cutting it. Never did I think I’d see the day that real clothes sound better than loungewear, but I suppose that six months of sitting on the couch can change you in the weirdest of ways.I’m at a point that I need to put on some semblance of presentable clothes during my workdays. I don’t need to be wearing what I’d actually wear to the office, but the reminder that I’m a living, breathing human that does indeed have clothes that don’t involve six-year-old sorority clothes can be exactly what the doctor ordered. The catch? Comfort still needs to be a priority.
      That’s where these pieces come in: presentable ones that look like real clothes, but feel like your sweats. Plaid pants that are made out of the same material as your sweats? Say no more. More

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      The Best Plus-Size Pieces for Fall

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      Whether you’re plus-size or not, one thing is for sure: adding some pieces to your wardrobe for the new season is about the most fun thing I’ve done all year. Maybe it’s some quarantine fatigue, or maybe it’s the ever-exciting begin of fall, but I’m more excited to get some new pieces this year than ever—even if I’m the only one who sees them. This fall, I’m shopping a solid mix of loungewear and trends, plus all the warm and cozy jackets the world has to offer. Here’s everything I’ve had my eye on this fall—and of course, it’s all available in plus-sizes.

      Loungewear

       

      Jackets + Outerwear

       

      Tops

       

      Bottoms

       

      Dresses

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      I Have a Fall Fashion Budget of $200—Here’s What I’m Buying

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      Hi, I’m Ashley and I am the proud CEO of taking everything too far. If I like a TV show (as evidenced by my experience with The Office, Grey’s Anatomy, and Outer Banks), I’ll rewatch episodes and seasons over and over until I know every line and use them effortlessly in everyday conversation. I love pizza rolls so much that my obsession with them has become a bit of a personality trait. In an effort to learn how to budget and invest, I spent $145 on financial self-help books. 
      Moderation is not my strong suit, so it’s no surprise that I’ve fallen into the trap of overspending on fall fashion year after year. This season, I’m taking a different approach. Instead of haphazardly and sporadically clicking add to cart over the entire season, I’m allowing myself to purchase everything now (and now only) with the plan to put a chastity belt on my credit card after I hit $200.
      After much deliberation, deleting item after item from my list to stay within budget, and searching for my favorite seasonal trends, I’m excited to introduce the items I’m adding to my wardrobe for fall 2020:

      Oversized blazers
      I have been obsessing over the blazer trend for so long and am finally pulling the trigger on ordering two for myself this season. I usually wear a small but I’m sizing up to a medium for an oversized look that I can dress up or down. I plan to wear these bad boys a ton and know that one day when things return to normal and office life makes a comeback, I’ll be able to wear them on workdays, too.

      A cozy flannel
      Last year, one of my friends allowed me the pleasure to borrow her oversized flannel for a trip to the cider mill. Upon wiggling into it, I promptly fell in love, took it home to wash it, and stared at it on my clothes rack for a little longer than I should have. I considered changing my name, moving out of the country, and starting a life on a small farm so that I wouldn’t ever have to give it back but, alas, my guilty conscious prevailed and I returned it in two business days. This year, I’m buying one of my own so that I can wear it at all times and live my best, sexy lumberjack life.

      A statement bootie
      While I consider black booties to be my number one fall staple, I have accumulated so many over the years that I am nearly swimming in them. My goal for this year was to buy a statement heel that I’ll actually wear. Initially, I had my eye on a pair of snakeskin booties but then, I had a better idea. My new and improved plan was to find a pair of white bootie heels that would complement my fall plaid purchases but would still make a bold statement and boom…I found these bad boys:

      A cropped sweater
      Sometimes I look at my bank account, wonder why I don’t have as much savings as I should, open my closet door to find a wardrobe bursting at the seams with chunky knit sweaters, and am politely reminded. While I would consider fall sweaters to be one of my 14 love languages, I need to cool it this year out of respect to my bank account. I don’t have many cropped sweaters in my collection and I love these balloon sleeves so I decided on this one:

      A plaid skirt
      If there is one shelf in my closet that is particularly empty, it’s the one that I previously allotted for skirts. I found the need for an autumn-friendly skirt two weeks ago when I decided I wanted to dive deep into fall fashion amongst “still too warm to fully embrace fall” temps. I figure that a plaid skirt will be super cute with a cropped or tucked in knit sweater and will help me transition into full-fledged fall fashion.

      Dupe faux leather leggings
      Alright, let’s be real… if I had the money, I’d definitely be buying the Spanx faux leather leggings that all of my coworkers gawk over. While they’re at the top of my “to invest in” list, I’m just not yet ready to take the financial plunge. Maybe next year will be my year! For now, I am going to try out these dupe faux leather leggings from Target and manifest winning the lottery for next fall. A foolproof plan, if you ask me. More

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      The Best Sweaters for Fall Under $50

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      If fall had a mascot, it might as well be a soft, cozy, chunky sweater; after all, what signifies the change in season more than that first day that you can finally throw on a sweater instead of the T-shirts you’ve been living in for months prior?Good sweaters are a staple of any wardrobe; they need to be soft and durable and well-made, and believe it or not, you don’t need to spend a ton of money on them to achieve it. Brands have seemingly mastered the art of the affordable, staple sweater, and to lessen your fall stress, we’ve scoured the depths of the internet to find the very best ones of 2020—all under $50.
      Light that pumpkin-scented candle and fill up your cart with the tops you’ll be living in until next spring—these are bound to sell out fast.

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      The Best Cozy Fall Clothes on the Internet

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      My most toxic trait in life is that year after year, I invest hundreds of dollars in fall fashion staples in September, only to be seen sporting my cozier fall essentials when the temps drop mid-October and beyond. When given a choice to put on jeans and a blazer or a set of fleece joggers and an oversized sherpa hoodie on a chilly morning, comfort wins 10 times out of 10.This year, I’m being slightly more responsible with where I put my money. For me, that means spending the same amount on fall essentials as I normally would while reallocating my funds to cover all of the cozy pieces that I already know I will be wearing on repeat. I’ve never met a comfy sweatshirt I didn’t like, so my plan has to be foolproof… right?
      While I’ll miss summer terribly (as much as I love all of the fall vibes, I am not a fan of the cold), I welcome all of my cozy fall essentials, old and new, with open arms. Keep reading for all of the comfy pieces we can’t wait to submerge ourselves in all season long: More

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      Every Leopard Print Piece We Are Loving Right Now

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      While plaid screams fall and florals are a staple in spring (groundbreaking), leopard print works for every season, every type of weather, and every outfit. It’s just a fashion fact that leopard print is a neutral. Snakeskin and cow print may be the trendiest animal kingdom-inspired prints of the season, but leopard is not trendy; it’s timeless.Marilyn Monroe rocked leopard print on a matching hand muff and collar in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes back in 1953, and our favorite style stars like Ashley Graham count it as a modern-day go-to in 2020. The pattern can be classic and feminine, evoke ’90s grunge, or help us feel confident and sassy with a bold statement piece. Leopard print can work for every style and every woman. And that, dear readers, is what we call fashion magic. Shop the best leopard print items the internet has to offer below knowing you’re investing in timeless pieces.  More

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      Set Your Alarm: Studio McGee’s New Target Collection Launches This Weekend

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      Second to my bed after a long day of working from home, Target’s home decor section is my idea of heaven on Earth. I could spend (and have spent) hours perusing all of the affordable, “I-need-it-or-I-will-perish” pieces that the department store has to offer. Don’t even get me started on the Studio McGee x Target pieces released in March that have absolutely transformed my apartment during the quarantine season (Shea McGee, we love your work!).So, naturally, when I heard that Studio McGee teamed up with Target yet again to release a fall collection, I did two things. First, I performed an impromptu, sad, yet enthusiastic rendition of the Hammertime dance in my kitchen (no one got hurt with the exception of my ego when I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror). Next, I set a reminder on my phone for September 13 so that, when that glorious time comes, I can hop online to be one of the first to add pieces from the collection to make my home a cozy fall oasis. 
      We are absolutely loving these items from Studio McGee’s fall collection, and you will, too. Select your favorites now so that you can quickly add to your cart when they launch!

      available 9/13/20

      Although Target doesn’t state specifically what time products launch online, past releases have started around 3 a.m. ET. More