Accessories always play a huge part when you are getting yourself ready in the mornings. Your bag has to match your outfit, and most importantly, your shoes need to be the wow factor. The only thing that is getting me down about Summer leaving is that we won’t be able to throw on easy simple sandals or wedges anymore, we have to go back to boots, flats, and loafers. I am not really complaining because I always seem to do okay at all of the shoe departments regardless of the season. This Fall, loafers are going to be a must. Don’t worry, Fall’s styles aren’t your typical loafers, try to imagine platforms, peep toes, and interesting flats. When I think of a loafer I think of a professional, so obviously you will need to have a shoulder bag to go with your shoes to complete the look. Shoulder bags always seem to make their way back into the mix, probably because they are such a classic look that can really never go out of style. Below I created a collage of shoulder bags and loafers between $100-800, so there is definitely something for everyone; those who can restrain themselves, and then for those who become weak in the knees when they see a pair of shoes!

Classic Clothing at Talbots – Lizard-embossed chain bag- $129

Hbc.com – Dooney & Bourke Letter Carrier Bag- $155

Ruffled Leather Clutch- $103

Sam Edelman Lace-Up Wedge- $198

DV by Dolce Vita Women’s Reece Oxford- $93

Mary Rocks-$125

Lily leather shoulder bag-$695

Marc Jacobs Patent Quilting Large Single Shoulder Bag – $525

Marti Large cross-body bag- $595

swedish hasbeens – Wooden-Bottom Loafers – $230

Loafer Platform Pumps-$750

Alexander Wang -Trish Loafer Mule Wedges-$525

Inspiration of the day: “The fear of becoming a ‘has-been’ keeps some people from becoming anything.”- Eric Hoffer

Goodnight, CB