A little comfy & cozy will go a long way this fall...

All of a sudden Thanksgiving is around the corner and I’m seeing signs of Christmas all over! I’m not ready this year. I’m not feeling it yet. I can’t believe that Thanksgiving is next week.

With that said, my calendar is full of Holiday gatherings, parties and plans. What I should be doing is planning my holiday wardrobe. Instead, all I really want to do is get cozy. The weather here in New England has been fairly miserable lately. It’s been what seems like a constant rain interrupted by gloomy skies. It’s “sit on your couch” kind of weather.

So all I really feel like shopping for are those cozy extras. I want sweatpants and yummy fleece tops. But overall, I don’t normally spend a lot on my cozy wardrobe. I have a few choice items that get me through the winter months on a low budget. I’d rather spend more on my work or party wardrobe. So, if you’re looking for some cute, warm, comfortable, low budget loungewear, check out my picks from the current Old Navy selection! Most of these items come in multiple color choices and they are perfect for keeping warm on these damp, dark, rainy fall days.

So time to get cozy and order yourself some loungewear at a discount. Look cute, get cozy and spend on a budget!

Cold Weather Trend Alert: Velvet

Velvet is a trend that seems to make its way around every few years. This season it happens to be as hot as ever. Velvet is a thick lush fabric that calls for snow and holidays. It’s not an everyday fabric. But that doesn’t mean it isn’t versatile.

Velvet is currently available in multiple styles, including tops, dresses, shoes, and jackets. Not only can you find just about any style, but the color selection spans the rainbow. Once you’ve found the item that best reflects your personal style, how do you pair it? Such a deep rich texture can be paired well with almost any other option. Pair a velvet top with jeans, wool pants, or a simple pencil skirt. Pair a silk cami with a velvet jacket. Pair a velvet dress with patent leather shoes. The options are limitless. The occasion for velvet is another story. It’s not the sort of thing you wear to the playground, or your kids soccer game. Velvet falls into the category of your Sunday Best. It’s a great way to add a little sparkle to your outfit. And as the Holiday Season approaches, we’ll have a few opportunities to dress up a little… so bring on the velvet!!

J. Crew Wrap Dress in Drapey Velvet

J. Crew Going Out Blazer in Stretch Velvet

J. Crew Sadie Ankle Boots in Velvet

J. Crew Faux Wrap Top in Drapey Velvet

Madewell Velvet Button Down Cami

Madewell Velvet Daylight Top

Ann Taylor Velvet Moto Jacket