Birthday Wishlist

My birthday always sneaks up on me. Two weeks and counting! Below are a few things on my list. I'm really hoping for a new winter coat. No, Santa Monica hasn't gotten significantly colder in the last year but I'm planning on making quite a few trips to Boston and CT so I'll definitely need to be bundled up. Similarly, a new scarf and boots would be great. The bag of the moment I'm loving is the Balenciaga suede little number below. I love the black one but gray is also pretty darn cute. A couple fall tops and day dresses would round out my Fall wardrobe nicely. My friend, Morgan, has the huge Baies candle and it is so cool. 26 isn't such a big birthday so I probably won't get any of these things but there's always Christmas !! : ) 

Best Boots

I love my Stuart Weitzman 50/50 boots. I invested in them 2 years ago and they are my go to over jeans or with a dress all Fall and Winter (and into spring). While a bit pricey, I know if I take care of them they will last forever. With the popularity of the 50/50's, many brands have come out with their own versions and brands like Sam Edelman and Dolce Vita come pretty close with a much lower price tag. Below are some of my favorite classic boots this season at both high and low(er) price points.

Splurge vs. Save - Black Boots

I'm obsessed with the Stuart Weitzman 550 boots but at almost $600, they are a bit out of my budget right now. I walk by the Vince Camuto store every night on my way home from work and I spotted an almost identical pair of boots that are more than $400 less.Vince Camuto has really been hitting the mark with well made/cute shoes and bags that are at a really reasonable price.