I hope you all had an AMAZING September month! I hadn't realized how many events took place this month. Needless to say I could NOT attend them all. The ones I did get to attend were Fashion X Dallas Fashion Show, Grapefest, Diner En Blanc Dallas, celebrating my birthday (teehee), and of course winning the trip to New York City and meeting Fashion Icon Tim Gunn (see previous blog post about winning this trip) !!! Details on my adventures in New York City coming soon.. pinky promise. September is one of my favorite months (December comes next), because that's when we really start to feel FALL WEATHER come in! It's true ya'll!! Women LOVE Fall Season!! In my personal opinion, I think we look "thee most cute" during this particular season. Don't ya think?

Before I even BEGIN to transition into Fall, here's a look at how I ended my Summer with these outfits. My hope, as always, is for you to be inspired and have the 'want' to copy what you see (it's totally cool, that's the point on why I share!!). Enjoy this Septemeber Recap! Tip of the Day: Dressing an Off-the-Shoulder Blouse

Embrace the Gingham Trend

Let your Funky Flag Fly! (Neo Bantu Designs)

Winning the #TransitionsTrendsettersContest

XOXO Vanessa

Howdy ya'll! I'm going to be completely honest..... I don't want Summer to End! I feel as if I was just getting started with my Summer Wardrobe! I am not ready to trade in my sandals for some closed toe boots! This month is my last chance to wear anything that shows some skin, or keeps me cool. One of which is this off-the-shoulder embroidered top.

Here is how I dressed up my simple off-the-shoulder blouse.

As you can see, this off-the-shoulder blouse is SIMPLE! What makes it a bit more "upscale" is the embroidery that is detailed on the blouse. However, it is very possible to dress down this blouse by throwing on some black thong sandals.

THAT IS NOT WHAT WE WANT TO DO HERE!

The first thing you want to do is NOT wear flat sandals; thong, gladiator, strappy, etc. It doesn't mean that flat sandals won't add style to this look, it just won't give it the same effect compared to what a heel wedge would give. Try a wedged heel from Elaine Turner (a Texas gal herself!!).

Aren't they gorgeous!!!???

NEXT....

Focus on your handbag. I picked this shoulder bag in peach or pastel pink (whatever color your eyes see, haha) because this color is great for Summer! It's fun, and cheery. This kind of classic style bag, and the color are timeless! You can use a bag like this time and time again! Great investment!

You can always throw on a variety of accessories to dazzle up this outfit. It really depends on which direction you want to go in and what kind of event your attending. A dinner/lunch date, you might want to add some bling round your neck and wrists. I decided to keep it simple with a ring and bangle bracelet to keep this look effortlessly chic.

And there you have it! Dressing up a simple off the shoulder blouse with minimal effort and accessories. You can always take this look to another level by switching out high waist blue jean shorts with dress shorts.

Shop my Style!

Embroidered Chiffon Off-the-shoulder-top

Embroidered Open Shoulder top

High Waist Frayed Denim Shorts

Steve Madden Wedge

Coach Mini Leather Tote (Watermelon)

Abolone Doublet Round Ring

XOXO Vanessa

Photo Credit: VuMan Photography