September Transition

I'm in fall transition mode, y'all, but the weather is stuck in summer!  It's been over 90 degrees for almost 90 days here in Georgia.  I want so badly to wear leather leggings, boots, cozy sweaters and blanket scarves but unless I want to have heatstroke I'm sticking to lighter layers in darker colors and fall-ish patterns.  Fall booties have replaced my summer sandals for the most part but I decided to take these peep-toe lace-ups out one more time before I pack them up for the fall/winter season.  I also can't seem to part completely with my white quilted leather backpack.  I've put it away with my other summer bags a few times now but I keep getting it back out.  I've been carrying my white backpack as much as my brown one and my black one these past few weeks.  Backpacks have definitely become my go-to bag and you can read all about why I love them here.

~ What I'm Wearing ~

White Tank: Nordstrom

Kimono: Entourage (old) | Similar

Joggers: Similar | I'm loving this camo pair!

Backpack: Vera Bradley c/o

Necklace: Versona (sold out) | Similar

Cage Sandals: Nordstrom

How are the temps where you are?  Have you been able to completely transition your wardrobe over for fall or are you still in the process like I am?

XO

Elizabeth

Photos by my friend, Hannah Betzel in front of the David Hale mural on Washington Street in Downtown Athens

Backpacks ~ The Hottest Trend in Bags

Backpacks are the hottest trend in bags right now.  Last year it was all about the crossbody, they are still in and will never go out, but this season backpacks are everywhere, in every price point and from just about every designer.  I'll have to admit, I was not a fan at first.  Vera Bradley sent me this quilted beauty for Mother's Day and I didn't carry it for at least a month.  I mean, I'm 48, not a college kid and I'm such a traditional bag style girl I just couldn't see myself toting a backpack but... once I gave it a try I was HOOKED!  It's been my go-to bag this summer and I already have this one ready for fall.  What do I love about backpacks?  The ease, the room, and of course, being on trend!  I wish they had been popular when my kids were little because they are the ultimate "busy mom on the go bag"!  So much more stylish than a diaper bag or oversized tote!

Quilted Leather Backpack: Vera Bradley c/o

The rest of this outfit will be on the blog soon but I wanted to share the backpack now because if you are anything like me, the first thing I do when a new season is about to start is get a new bag and I didn't want you to miss out! ;-)

Here are a several more great backpacks at all price points and in different colors and materials.  Happy Fall-Bag-Shopping!!