Hello!  Can you believe the holiday season is almost upon us?  Just like most people, I really love this time of year.  So much so, that I am one of those "awful, annoying, holiday-hopping" people who, if harsh judgements weren't a factor, would have already put all of my Christmas lights and tree up.  Matt and I made a deal though: half-way through November I can decorate the inside of the house and then the day after Thanksgiving I can decorate the outside.  (This way our neighbors won't know what a freak I am - at least not publicly... unless they come inside and see our fully decorated house, I suppose...)

Green cargo jacket (also seen here, here & here): Forever 21

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White tank top with navy embroidery detail: Old Navy

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Dark wash skinny jeans (also seen here, here & here): Gap

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Cognac open-toed stacked heel ankle boots (also seen here): Target

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Gold triangle drop earrings: Target

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Gold & pearl link bracelet: The Shine Project

Are you the type of person, such as myself, who gets so psyched to see the holiday stuff go up in Target the day immediately following Halloween or do you hate people who "skip over" Thanksgiving?  No judgement either way from me, of course!  ;D

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Super Shift-y: Floral Dress + Boyfriend Cardigan + Ankle Boots

Happy November!  [Which, by the way, when did that happen?  I feel like it was just September and October never even had a chance to happen, right?!]  Anyway, I hope you all had a nice Hallo-weekend.  Matt and I got to finally see the Broadway play Book of Mormon after waiting over four years!  (Site note: It was amazing, and I highly recommend it.)  Other than that, we had a lovely weekend, jam-packed with all of the best things autumn has to offer: cool temps, a bonfire, night games outside, and a haunted house.  If you don't think that is the way the end of October is meant to be spent, then I just don't know what to say to you.  ;)

Teal boyfriend open front cardigan: Nordstrom Rack

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Multicolored floral shift dress with cutout detail: Marshall's

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Carlos by Carlos Santana beige ankle booties (also seen here, here & here): Famous Footwear

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Gold geometric triangle necklace (also seen here, here & here): c/o Style Lately

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How did you spend this past weekend?  Did you dress up for Halloween?  If so, let me know what you went as in the comments!

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Fall-ing in Love with Durango: Jacket + Skinnies + Boots + Beanie

Hello!  Did you happen to see last weekend's post about our time in Denver?  Well, today's post was shot in the charming city of Durango, Colorado.  It's in the Southwest part of the state, which was so gorgeous during early October.  As you can see, the leaves were beginning to change, which made it extra picturesque along the Animas River.  If you are looking for a quaint little town with amazing food and views, Durango is the place to go.  Matt and I had the best time just strolling around the brick sidewalks with the dogs, stopping off at vegetarian-friendly cafes, coffee shops, candy stores - you name it!  It was so relaxing and beautiful, and the people were extremely friendly.  I would highly recommend a trip to Durango if you are looking to book a trip somewhere soon!

Green cargo jacket: Old Navy $29.97

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Black tank top:  Old Navy

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Dark wash jeggings: Gap

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Cognac boots (also seen here, here & here): Target

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Gray beanie: Walmart $5.99

Black infinity scarf with stud details (also seen here, here & here): Target

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Gray knee socks: Forever 21

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It felt so bizarre to wear a hat, scarf, knee socks, and boots.  We rarely have a day in Phoenix, even during the middle of winter, that would call for so much layering in the daytime.  There aren't many things I miss about living in Ohio; however, second to being close to my family, I will have to say I miss autumn the most.  There really is just something about this time of year in the colder weather climates.

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Prints Charming: Blouse + Skinny Jeans + Ankle Boots

Hi there!  We're back from our road trip through northern Arizona, Utah, and Colorado.  It was such a blast!  We checked out Horseshoe Bend, and then we camped at Lake Powell.  However, that very first night a huge storm (complete with all-night-long lightning) rolled in and stayed until sunrise; therefore, we spent the evening in a cramped Prius full of both of our big dogs, Matt, myself, and week's worth of supplies.  It was a sleepless night (which goes without saying, I think), but we woke up to a rainbow over the lake and mountains -- which obviously made it 100% worth it!  Then we drove north to the natural hot springs in Monroe, Utah.  We soaked in the springs outside in the dark, slept in a tiny log cabin, and hiked our hearts out in the perfect autumn weather.  After that we made our way over to Denver to visit my best friend, Roxanne, and her boyfriend.  It was so much fun to check out their city with them, and I already miss them both D':  After a couple days of enjoying fall in Denver, we headed back south for a night in Durango, Colorado, which is such an adorable, quaint town.  Throughout the entire drive all the leaves were changing, which made the views even more breathtaking.  I highly recommend this road trip to anyone who is living out west -- it truly was so relaxing and early October was the absolute ideal time of year... This Phoenician got to break away from the heat and even experience fall for a few days!

Burnt orange printed blouse: Old Navy $22

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Distressed skinny jeans (also seen here, here & here): Old Navy

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Carlos by Carlos Santana beige ankle booties (also seen here, here & here): Famous Footwear

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Gold double initial necklace (also seen here & here): c/o Sivado Studio

Black crossbody purse (also seen here & here): Target

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Today's outfit post was taken on the balcony of the Airbnb that Matt and I stayed at in Denver.  It was so nice to be in a cozy apartment, right in the heart of downtown, and be able to bring both of our dogs with us.  Do you use Airbnb?
PS: As much as I have loved being on vacation for the past week, it sure is a hard slap in the face when it's time to go back to work and reality... Am I right or am I right?

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