What it is Pajar Acai Snow Boot Here in Minnesota, owning a good pair of snow boots is a real need. The snow hasn't stuck yet, but, it's only a matter of time. When it does arrive, I want tread that keeps me from slipping, water-resistence, and a stylish look. I like sporty looking snow boots that I can wear with skinny jeans or my ski pants. I typically tie them loosely so I can just slip them on and off. Why I bought it I had a dressy pair but, I wanted a sporty pair.

Feature Boutique: AURA Boutique Last Wednesday the team from A La Mode had a morning meeting at the Good Day Cafe. We all were craving something a little different and the cafe did not disappoint. From our meeting, I chose to drive to a couple spots and check out a couple stores that I'd been hearing a buzz about. Driving about ten minutes east of the cafe, I found myself on Hennepin Ave at AURA Boutique. Aura Boutique is located four to five blocks east of Lake of the Is

This look has been a favorite of my this fall. Not super interesting, but I think it looks killer without seeming to try to hard. I started out with a boxy turtleneck from JCrew (same style in navy) and front tucked it into a high leg straight jean by Paige. I am getting on board to the turtleneck trend, however find that a super fitted style through the neck looks dreadful on me. So love this loose fitting, almost mock neck style from JCrew. I am also obsessed with the

What it is: Banana Republic Supersoft Cotton Blend Boyfriend Sweater Why I purchased : I'm obsessed with cozy fall pieces. As soon as I felt it in store, I knew it needed to be added to my wardrobe. For those sensitive to wool material, this one is a hit! This sweater also comes in crew neck. I purchased the V-neck in olive. Wear & Pair: Being that the fit is looser, you will definitely want to have the bottom half fitted; whether that be jeans, leggings, or a skirt. Cost

Wednesday morning, the team for A La Mode met for a brunch meeting. There was a chill in the air and so, I looked through my topper coats and pulled this one out to wear to the meeting. This is a perfect example of why I love Fall fashions. Color and textures, in layers, makes for an artistic ensemble. I wasn't wearing anything new to me but, it still had a fresh and current look. To me, what makes this outfit, is the teal scarf against the bold red of the coat. You can

What it is: Chanel's new fall ombré eye shadow palette Why I purchased : The rose, brown and pale bronze/ gold is so beautiful for fall How I will wear(apply): I will use all colors together and also just 1 or 2 at a time. . They blend so easily together( making sure you blend with a clean brush.) Cost: $62.00 Final rating: 5 stars Perfect for fall..... and perfect for every day or evening looks Debi

We all look forward to the weekends; a nice break from the weekly grind and sometimes the chance to do something we don't get to do the other days of the week. My husband and I try our best to make it into church Sunday mornings (typically the 11am service because sleep is sacred). Of course, we roll in a few minutes fashionably late, coffee in hand. We discretely prop ourselves into the back row. I begin scanning the space, seeing color, pattern, trends, and small childre

As a girl who grew up in North Dakota and whose favorite place in the world is the badlands of Medora, North Dakota (please go one summer and go to the musical...I promise you will love it!), I could not pass up this sweatshirt. I always adore JCrew gallery tees, however with winter on its way, I love having the option of things to toss on with cool jeans/booties for appointments and sweats/sneakers for casual. To push things over the top, the rust orange color of this is

What it is denim Jacket One of the things I look for when I do a closet analysis, is a denim jacket. About fifty percent of the time women don't own one. If they do, I look at the fit to make sure it's flattering. Here my neice Indy is wearing hers, demonstrating a more casual look. When choosing a denim jacket, we don't want too much bulky fabric on the arms or at the area where the sleeves meet the chest, above the bust. If there is too much added fabric there, it looks

When I saw these pictures of my friends, Mary and Dale from 1973, I was amazed at how true it is that fashion comes and goes and comes back around! This picture looks like it could be an add for Anthropoligie, TODAY. Floral prints, flowy fabrics and purple are all on trend, NOW. For example: This green paisley dress is currently selling at Anthropolie, appropriately called the "Seventies Shift Dress". It has short puff sleeves with buttons down the front. This "Carly Patc