The Closet Warrior

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xxKayla

Anyone who knows me knows my room is practically a cubby hole. It was originally a room for my toys when I was kid, but after sharing a room with my sister for well over a decade I was ready for my own space. The amount of things I own to the ratio of my room is ridiculous, so organization is so essential for me. My room is practically a closet with a bed in it. Lately I've been anxious to find an efficient way to organize my shoes, jeans and magazines. Thanks to my dad's help with some assembling this weekend I think I succeeded. Although my new set up doesn't display/fit all of my shoes, it does help A LOT. I'm so happy with the outcome. Despite the size, I really love my room. The way my clothing is displayed always keeps me inspired. My room is a perfect representation of myself and I think that that rules.

Now, I am anxiously waiting for the weather to make it's permanent change into Fall. If you live in New England you know how back and forth the weather is, which makes it hard to tell if it's here for good or now! It's been cooling down a lot this week (YAYAYAYAYAYA) so if it stays I might be changing my closet over from summer to fall/winter within the next two weeks!

xxKayla

As some of you might know (or not) I had my Johnson and Wales University orientation these past two days. Because I'm a commuter and a transfer student (and a little bit older than most incoming "freshman" or new students) I was kind of worried about meeting people but I ended up having a pretty good time and meeting some cool people. The campus is really pretty and in the most perfect area of Providence. I can't wait to start classes next week. I kept my looks really casual (we were inside, outside and walking all day) but I still think they represented my personal style well. I'm obsessed with these embroidered BDG jeans from Urban Outfitters. I know I am going to have to force myself NOT to wear them everyday, they rule. By the way, is it fall yet?!

Outfit 1: Grey boyfriend tee from Victoria's secret PINK, Nine West suede booties, XL lennon sunnies from Shade's Plus (Providence, RI), MAC Pink Plaid lipstick, Marc by Marc Jacobs watch, Alex & Ani bangles, and BDG jeans from Urban Outfitters.

Outfit 2: Deena and Ozzy sneaker wedges from Urban Outfitters, Ray Ban wayfarers, Marc by Marc Jacobs watch, Rabito iphone case, Cheap Monday t-shirt, and Joe's Jeans leather skinnies.

xxKayla

I thought, what would be more appropriate to post after a Fall's Essentials List than a fall haul? So I filmed a haul of all the things I've picked up within the last month or so for this fall. Again, I apologize for the shitty camera quality but I took pictures of everything to make up for it. Hope you guys like what I got! Hopefully I'll get some outfit posts up this week with some of the new stuff!

Boots and hats from Aldo. Sneaker wedges, Cheap Monday tee, and embroidered jeans from Urban Outfitters. Boyfriend tees from Victoria's Secret PINK. XL round sunnies from Shade's Plus (Providence, RI). All magazines from Target and Walgreens.

xxKayla

I love fall, I love fall, I loveeeeee fall. With fall right around the corner I am getting more eager each day. In light of the best season ever, I put together a fall essentials list of some of the pieces and trends I think are an essential to every girl's fall wardrobe this year. In addition to the list I put together some photo ideas of each piece and listed where the piece can be purchased and styling tips! Hope this comes in handy to some of you!

Leather pants/leggings
Printed jeans
Leather jacket
Camouflage fatigue jacket
Long and/or chunky sweaters
Plaid shirt with cut outs
Basic slouchy tees
Graphic sweatshirt
Peplum top or jacket
Combat or moto boot
Sneaker wedge
Ankle boot
Loafers
Oxfords
The perfect beanie
Floppy felt hat
Cuffs
Neon jewelry
Satchel bag
Cute backpack
Quilted chain bag

Where to get it (faux and/or genuine leather): Zara, Theory, ASOS, Topshop, Urban Outfitters, Michael Kors, All Saints, Gojane, Forever21, H&M, American Apparel, etc.

How to wear it: With anything and everything! Pair them with graphic tees, heels, sweaters, a fatigue jacket, basic tees, peplum tops, sequin cardigan/blazer, combat or moto boots, etc.

Where to get it: ASOS, Top Shop, Missselfridge, Gojane, Paige denim, Joe's Jeans, Citizens of Humanity, Delia's, Cheap Monday, American Eagle, Pac Sun, Express, Urban Outfiiters, Target, etc.

How to wear it: Add on basic tees, slouchy sweaters, denim shirts, sneaker wedges, leather jacket, booties, heels, chunky scarf, cross body bag, cuff bracelets, etc.

Where to get it (faux and/or genuine leather): Zara, H&M, All Saints, BCBG, Top Shop, ASOS, H&M, Forever21, Nastygal, eBay, Macy's, Theory, etc.

How to wear it: ALL DAY EVERY DAY. Wear it with jeans, dresses, shorts, leggings, boots, heels, sneakers, pop colored accessories, and too many more.

Where to get it: Army/Navy surplus store, thrift shops, Top Shop, Urban Outfitters, Zara, etc.

How to wear it: Throw on leggings, heels, a cross body bag, girly dress, combat boots, a graphic tee, a beanie, sneakers, fun jewelry, etc.

Where to get it: Nasty Gal, H&M, Zara, Top Shop, Free People, etc.

How to wear it: Wear it with printed leggings/denim, combat boots, a chunky scarf, floppy hat, etc.

Where to get it: Top Shop, American Eagle, Forever21, Ralph Lauren, etc.

How to wear it: Dress it down with leggings, black denim, booties, a back pack, beanies, etc.

Where to get it: Victoria's Secret PINK, J.Crew, American Apparel, Zara, H&M, etc.

How to wear it: Throw it on with printed denim, under any jacket, to dress down heels, etc.

Where to get it: Wildfox Couture, Urban Outfitters, ASOS, Forever 21, etc.

How to wear it: Add some leather leggings, heels, booties, a hat, big necklaces, etc.

Where to get it: Zara, Gojane, ASOS, Top Shop, etc.

How to wear it: Wear it with leather leggings, printed denim, statement jewelry, heels, loafers, etc.

Where to get it: Steve Madden, Nordstrom, Gojane, Lulus, Solestruck, Jeffrey Campbell, etc.

How to wear it: Goes with just about anything! Throw them on with leggings, jeans, a girly dress, leather jacket, chunky sweaters, or anything else you get your hands on.

Where to get it: Jeffrey Campbell, Gojane, ASOS, Topshop, Bakers, Aldo, etc.

How to wear it: Pair them with leather pants/leggings, jeans, skinny sweatpants, graphic tees and sweatshirts, leather jackets, etc.

Where to get it: Steve Madden, Aldo, Jeffrey Campbell, Solestruck, Nine West, etc.

How to wear it: Dresses, denim shirts, jeans, leggings, chunky sweaters, jackets, etc.

Where to get it: Target, J.Crew, Unif, Solestruck, Urban Outfitters, Karmaloop, Steve Madden, Aldo, Bakers, Gap, etc.

How to wear it: Jeans, camo jacket, floppy hats, jean jacket, leggings, cropped pants, chunky sweaters, printed tights, denim dresses, etc.

Where to get it: Urban Outfitters, Karmaloop, H&M, Target, etc.

How to wear it: Dress it up with a girly dress, leather jacket, printed denim, etc.

Where to get it: Forever 21, Aldo, Vans, BCBG, Asos, etc.

How to wear it: Use it to top off a denim shirt, printed denim, a floral dress, etc.

Where to get it: eBay, Etsy, Forever21, Aldo, H&M, etc.

How to wear it: Add it to everything in your closet.

Where to get it: Gojane, H&M, Zara, etc.

How to wear it: Add it to all black outfits, graphics, basic tees, etc.

Where to get it: Cambridge Satchel, Urban Outfitters, H&M, Target, Forever21, Aldo, etc.

How to wear it: With everything.

Where to get it: Top Shop, Madewell, Urban Outfitters, Target, etc.

How to wear it: Wear it during the day with any casual look, even with skinny sweatpants or leggings.

Where to get it: Marc Jacobs, Rebecca Minkoff, Forever 21, eBay, etc.

How to wear it: Add it onto a casual/edgy outfit to give it a little bit of class. For example, to a camo jacket, camo boots, or a graphic tee/sweatshirt.

Which pieces off my list do you have or are thinking about adding to your wardrobe? And what is on your essentials list this season?!

xxKayla

Who else is as excited for the fall as I am?! Transitioning pieces from season to season is something I love trying to do to keep my favorite pieces around. Keep your destroyed denim shorts, floral maxi dresses, hi low skirts, and floral denim in your closet and transition them into fall with some awesome (and some of my favorite) fall pieces.

Destroyed denim shorts by kayladoop featuring denim shorts

Everyone loves their favorite pair of high waisted denim cut offs, so why rid them so early? Pair your favorites with thigh high socks, printed loafers, and a quilted cross body bag. Keep yourself warm with a fatigue jacket and add a little sass with a red lip (the perfect touch)!

Floral maxi dress by kayladoop featuring skinny belts

Many people think a floral maxi dress is for the summer only but it's easily warmed up with a denim jacket, a beanie and some combat boots. Complete this girly/edgy look with a belt, some fun gold jewelry and a leather backpack.

The maxi skirt by kayladoop featuring rick owens jacket

The hi-low skirt was such a hit this summer, don't give up on it now! Wear it with a pop colored boyfriend tee, some studded moto boots and an awesome leather jacket. I think this canvas tote is a great way to dress it down with a cool graphic. Don't forget to add some rings! A lot of them!

Printed jeans by kayladoop featuring flower print jeans

How awesome are floral jeans? I can't get enough! Wearing bright printed jeans this fall is easily done. Tone the colors down with some taupe pieces like a cross over sweater and some suede booties. Add somes gold cuffs, black polish and a burgundy bag for some fall color fun. This look has to be my favorite summer to fall transition and nothing tops it off like a wool floppy hat (my favorite accessory for this season) does!

FALL HURRY UP!

xxKayla

Outfit details: White t-shirt from Zara, Deux Lux crossbody bag, Motel Rocks jeans, and Zara sandals.

Spent the day getting lunch in Providence with a Andreia and Savanna walking around the city taking pictures, and discussing a new project we have in mind (EEEP I'm excited)! I am always looking for a time to wear these Motel Rocks jeans when I'm not at work, I'm OBSESSED with them. They are super stretchy and soft and make my legs look SUPER long.

PS. How perfect are these basic sandal heels I got from Zara while I was in Portugal?!

Andreia Claro is a good friend of mine and an awesome photographer/artists, check out her work on her facebook page and her tumblr.

xxKayla