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Literally obsessed with Everlane's utility barrel pant in the jean and non-jean version--I wear almost nothing else (it's really becoming a problem). they are high-waisted and run true-to-size (I'm 5'4", 135ish and comfortably wear a 27) and are SO easy to dress up or down, depending on the occasion--they look as great with nice flats as they do with sneakers, heels, or sandals!! I have them in bone and in new blue. https://www.everlane.com/products/womens-utility-barrel-jean-new-blue

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You're the second person to recommend these! Thanks.

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Aug 17Liked by Alisha Ramos

Yes, I LIVE in the non-jean version. they're so versatile and so comfy. have in black, navy, dark moss, and rosewood (fyi, rosewood reads more brown in real life). highly recommend 100%. guess I'll need to try to jean version now!! ;)

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Rosewood is next on my list!! I’ll probably eventually get the black as well.

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I was JUST looking at these. It's always so hard to tell from an image on my computer and I just can't motivate myself to drive aaaalll the way to their store in Venice (lol) I'm so glad to have a real life recommendation!

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Feeling so inspired by these outfits, Alisha!!! I love your plan for fall - trying to take a similar approach!!!!

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Thanks Christina! Let me know how it goes. I tend to get carried away with fall shopping so it’s been helpful to write down these little rules and guidelines in my Notes app to reeeeeel things in a little, ha.

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Aug 16Liked by Alisha Ramos

A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder is also an excellent book series! I think it’s actually YA, but I loved it!

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Bookmarking this now! Thanks.

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I just started it! It seems like such a cozy world to dive into. Maybe even some colorful, British, cast of characters, Sex Education vibes?

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I've started watching it as well and it has thrillingly hooked me in to the small English town and quirky cast of lovely characters!

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Aug 16Liked by Alisha Ramos

This is a past trend…but I really want to go for the dark academia vibe this fall. 🍁 📚

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Ha! It's like you read my mind - I was *just* searching "dark academia style" on Pinterest for some inspiration. I like that it leans into what I talk about a bit in this post - classic pieces with accessories that can help elevate or lend some personality.

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Aug 17Liked by Alisha Ramos

Love the snakeskin flats! Just the ‘interesting’ touch a more basic outfit needs.

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I live in Austin, Texas. So no fall clothes yet--just summer clothes in fall colors. :o) I bought 4 pairs of Old Navy's "playa" pants to take me through fall.

I read "The Good Girl's Guide to Murder" this spring and was thrilled to see it was a series on Netflix. I loved it. I agree with the slightly cozy vibes--they pulled it off.

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Hah - that's understandable for Austin! And I can't believe I missed the boat on the book - googling the author now to see if they have any others that might be a good read.

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Aug 16Liked by Alisha Ramos

Loving look #3!! That outfit makes you pop but also still looks effortless!!

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Thank you! That’s the one I was the least sure about (only because I don’t get that “dressed up” too often) but I’m glad it worked out.

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I’ve been on the hunt for a cozy TV rec, will check this out! Also, love the outfit ideas and the thoughtful approach you’re taking to your fall wardrobe!

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It’s a really cute show, despite the grisly set up!

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I’m hoping to read Good Girls Guide before I watch but it sounds so cute and perfect for summer to fall transition.

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Aug 16Liked by Alisha Ramos

The books are great!!

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Good idea - that was my original plan but it immediately sucked me in, ha! It’s very cozy.

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Aug 16Liked by Alisha Ramos

It was perfect for post Olympics! I, too, could not escape being sucked in. I bet the book is great!

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This was great!!! My sign to get a pair of loose utility pants

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i'm into the wider legs and the criss cross animal flats are super fun

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thanks Sarah! yes I love the criss-cross design too, I hadn’t seen that before.

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Thanks for the shoutout, Alisha!! I’m so glad you picked up COLORED TELEVISION. I think you’ll love it. And thanks for the outfit inspo! I am ready for fall fashion in spite of (because of??) the 90 degree weather in Denver. Yuck!

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Aug 18Liked by Alisha Ramos

Oooo...Fall is my favorite season and clothing is one of the many reasons (apple picking, apple cider... sign me up!) 🍎

Loved the pants suggestions, how to accessorize and the photos to see how combinations and fits look in real life! Also living the cargo come back with a more fitted design; Bought these for transition to autumn:: https://www.gapfactory.com/browse/product.do?pid=885204001&cid=1092843&pcid=1092843&vid=1#pdp-page-content

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Aug 18Liked by Alisha Ramos

They’re a far cry from jeans, but I have two pairs of Vuori’s Villa wideleg pants and I love them! They’re a great lightweight material that seems to never wrinkle, and also have an elastic waist. I’ve been wearing them with a textured crop and a loose, open buttoned up shirt: https://vuoriclothing.com/products/womens-villa-wideleg-black?queryId=d53fddb63c6e9ee1af62b03c6729aa2d&index=us_products

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Aug 16Liked by Alisha Ramos

Lady Diana May is the BLUEPRINT. I love her style

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One of my absolute favorite follows.

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No matter how hard I try, I cannot stop buying Olive green. Every time I see something I like, I find myself buying it in green. So my fall style playbook is finding a nice, cozy way to mix these in with warm neutrals - browns, pumpkin orange, denim and I just got my first pair of wide leg khaki trouser pants. We're a no dress code/casual dress kind of office, so my priority number 1 is comfort followed by feeling a little more put together than just a t-shirt and jeans.

Oh! And since you wrote about it last week, I called my mom and she shipped me her LL Bean Field Coat from the 90s. I love shopping my mom's closet for actual vintage because she never gets rid of anything!

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Thanks for sharing - and I *love* that you got a hold of her 90's LL Bean! I imagine it's even better quality that the ones they have now...

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Party of two for olive green. That and leopard are my two favorite not-neutral neutrals!

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