Fall Outfit Inspiration for 2019

Last weekend I headed upstate for our first fall weekend to escape the city and search for fall foliage, apples, and pumpkins! My husband was especially excited to check out the Storm King Art Center. I wrote more about that day trip here and some other activities we did while enjoying the weekend. If you’re looking for a fall festivity outdoors to escape the city this is definitely it.

I was excited to find a sweater in this rustic orange color for fall to bring a new color to my wardrobe. As a blonde I usually can’t pull of the warm mustard colored sweaters and cardigans, but I always love that color on darker skin tones and hair. So I opted for this one and I love the softer and somewhat oversized fit. I styled it with casual denim for what we were doing outside, but I could easily see it tucked in and paired with a midi or mini skirt that has a print to it.

The fall trees in the Hudson Valley did not disappoint so we had a lot of fun hiking and finding some great photo spots in the fresh air! All of my outfit details and sweaters I’m loving for fall are linked below.

Hope everyone’s week is off to a great start and if you live in New York definitely take the chance to experience some of what fall has to offer as the leaves change. We’ll be heading back upstate for more fall festivities throughout the month.

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Outfit Details

Sweater, also love this version and this chunky Free People find / Denim, Joe’s / Shoes, Steve Madden / Leather Backpack (Italy) more options here and here / Bamboo Gold Initial necklace / Headband, Anthropologie love this color for fall!

New York City Getaway to Storm King Art Center

Fall Escape to Storm King Art Center

Over the weekend my husband and I took advantage of the sunny weather and the changing seasons. We headed upstate within the Hudson Valley to a bucket list spot we have been wanting to check out since we’ve lived in NYC: Storm King Art Center!

As an art teacher I couldn’t let another season pass without taking a day to adventure to a new spot, to not only be inspired, but enjoy some good outdoor time this fall. Kevin kept saying what an amazing weekend we chose because all of the leaves are in the midst of changing and the drive upstate was breathtaking. If you’ve never been, Storm King is located just an hour and a half north of NYC and the perfect spot to hike, picnic, and explore as a couple or with a group of friends or take your children to run around and explore. There is an admission fee and lots of free parking. Another cost friendly option if you don’t own a car is to take the Metro North to the Beacon stop. Storm King provides a shuttle service on weekends from from the train station, to the sculpture park, and returning. You can find details for tickets here. October is a busier season so we recommend going earlier on the weekends between 10-12. There’s some fabulous long term and short term pieces on display and it’s easy to have it guided through an app that’s offered. This will give great insight into the artist’s ideas and themes for their work.

We wanted to see some other places while we took our time throughout the day in this area so we also adventured to a family run farm (Jone’s Farm) and the Woodbury Common Outlet Shopping Center. The farm is close to Storm King with a delicious fresh bakery of all the fall sweets on your mind. It’s a quaint lunch spot that offers pumpkin picking on weekends too. After we made a stop to the Woodbury Commons. It’s are a must if you’ve never been for a solid outlet experience. Many high end brands have some great items at low cost. There’s also a bus leaving Manhattan most days/ weekends that will bring you to the premium outlets and return you to midtown. Bus details for this are here. For additional discounts sign up online for their VIP membership and you can access coupons.

Overall, I highly recommend taking a weekend to escape the city and wander through the massive grounds of Storm King. You won’t be disappointed and it’s a great experience to see how art and the natural landscape compliment each other. Getting outdoors in the fall season does so much to boost your mood and overall health and wellbeing , just by walking or hiking in a change of scenery can be just what you need before winter rolls in.

Recommendations: Pack a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes/ sneakers for walking, bring a light blanket, and small cooler to picnic/snacks. There’s also a cafe and food car on site but both were quite busy.

Storm King Art Center

Orange County, New York

Other Hudson Valley Attractions:

Jones Farm (about an 8 minute drive from Storm King) Farm animals, cafe for breakfast/lunch, country shop and bakery (hello apple cider doughnuts). Enjoy hayrides to the pumpkin patch Saturdays & Sundays 11-4.

Brotherhood Winery The oldest consistently run winery in the country! Don’t go home without a bottle of their famous Riesling. We recommend the tour and tasting to learn about how the winery began. Going late? Enjoy dinner at 1839 the on site restaurant if you have time. Make a dinner reso for after your tasting.

Woodbury Commons Premium Outlets 25 minute drive heading back toward NYC. Many shops designer and non with a vast food court. All shops are outdoor accessible so recommended for spring, summer, fall. Round trip bus service available from midtown Manhattan most days/ weekends. Sign up for their VIP Passbook for additional discounts via email on their website.

Outfit Details

Sweater, also love this version and this chunky Free People find / Denim, Joe’s / Shoes, Steve Madden / Leather Backpack (Italy) more options here and here / Bamboo Gold Initial necklace / Headband, Anthropologie love this color for fall!

4th of July Sale Guide

Happy 4th of July! Whether you’re having a stay cation to enjoy the holiday or adventured out to the beach or lake I hope you find time to get your inboxes to zero, unplug, and recharge!

Before we left for our trip I took a quick snapshot of what I packed, mostly casual outfits I could coordinate in different ways. I mixed up some of my older pieces with new and chose sandals that I could mix and match to keep my packing light and easy.

Outfit details

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Ruffled Shorts / Marc Fisher Sandals/ Paisley top Juicy Couture (old, unavailable)

Paper bag shorts (mine are old BP) similar here and loving this pink version / Tory Burch Sandals/ white ruffled top

Denim Shorts/Sandals/ Madewell tank

There’s a a number of sales happening for July 4th throughout the weekend I wanted to share. So if you are needing summer basics or beachwear for this summer there’s lots of retailers running some great promotions! I’ve listed them out here with some of the items I’m into lately from each retailer. Be sure to click on each retailer and apply your promo code to your shopping cart to get the most out of the sales.

Happy 4th friends!

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4th of July Sales

J.Crew 40%off full price styles & 50% off sale styles with code fireworks

Target Up to 30% off patio/home and 20% off all swim with code swim

Have this swim suit in the floral version and love these cheeky bottoms. Also packed this for the 4th!

Asos 20% off EVERYTHING with code happyjuly4th

LOFT Take 40% off site wide and extra 60% off sale with code hbdusa

Anthropologie Extra 50 % off sale Loving this dress for a summer party/ wedding

Old Navy Take up to 60% off everything (love their graphic tees)

Macy’s Take 20% off the 4th of July with sale code FOURTH and free shipping at $75.

Saks off 5th Select brands 30% off with code Extra30.

Coach Take 50% off all sale styles

Express Summer sale up to 70% off Love this jumpsuit for a beach party!

Walmart 4th of July Savings up to 80% off!

Urban Outfitters Buy one Get one 50% off woman’s clothing

Lilly Pullitzer Free printed gifts with $75 or more purchase

BaubleBar Take 15% off full priced items with code SUNSHINE

Fitflop Sale up to 60% off, plus take an extra 20% off with code Celebrate20