Sometimes an outfit comes together because one piece does the heavy lifting, and here it’s the peplum blazer from Zara. It gives me major Dior vibes for a fraction of the price, and that’s the kind of find I love sharing. The peplum fits the waist and gives the whole look structure, so even with a statement skirt it feels intentional and pulled together instead of overdone. I rolled up the sleeves to give it a modern, slightly relaxed touch. That small detail keeps the blazer from feeling too formal or stiff, and it makes the look feel like something you’d actually wear out rather than something you’d only photograph.

It’s finally jacket and sweater weather in Madrid. Light layers, crisp morning, patio sitting with the sun shining, people out and about and an excuse to pull out my favorite layers. This gold jacquard blazer is borrowed from a friend but it’s from ZARA, very quilted and a statement on its own. Wear it casual with jeans and a white tee or throw it on top of a black dress for an evening out, you’ll make sure to turn heads around. This is a good option for October and November when the temperatures are still very mild in Madrid so light layers do the trick.

For a leisure weekend of walking around, doing some tardeo, where we just sit on a terrace, watch people walk by, enjoy a glass of wine and catch up on the week, a bright pop of red over a classic trench coat felt so right. Of course, it’s Madrid, so right at 2:00 PM I had to reduce the layers to the grey sweater and triangle scarf, the color contrast was all I wanted. Loafers are my go when I’m not wearing sandals, they always look elegant even when worn casual. In a month or two I will likely add wool socks, bright red or grey but for now, this works just fine. I hope everyone is having a great weekend! Note that the only new item from all three outfits is this accessory addition, it can transform your look into something brand new!

An oversized boyfriend style button up shirt is always a sophisticated option. So simple, so subtle yet always elegant. Paired with feminine feathers and you got yourself a pretty little outfit that works. You’ve seen this shirt styled with pretty much everything I own. It’s versatile and always my go-to when I want to style pencil or A-line skirts that I want to make a contrast against the bottom. Playing with layers and textures to go out this fall season for a fun date out or an event. Don’t save the cute outfit for the special occasion, the special occasion is your life! A white crips button-up shirt pulls together the outfit without trying too hard.

My most worn and favorite style dress that I can throw on and be out the door in no time. This style from Pistola is very stretchy, has pockets, and it’s a timeless dress you’ll reach again and again. I’m wearing an XS. I wear the S in the skinny straps version otherwise it cuts too much into the arm chest area and we all hate that! The best part about this dress is that is seasonless, you can wear it from spring to summer to fall, when the season gets cooler, throw on a sweater and create a new outfit. If you are self-conscious about your arms, stretch the dress a little more and it will cover all the areas you love to hate.