Absolutely nothing. They have nothing in common… blouses and William H. Macy, that is. Well, they could have something in common unbeknownst to me, but for the purposes of this exercise, they have nothing in common.
Anywho.
Onward and upward to today’s outfit. (And a giveaway!)
[Clutch: c/o The Pleated Poppy | Blouse: Fab'rik Chapel Hill (similar) | Jacket: Nanette Lepore (old, similar on sale!) | Skirt: LOFT (old, similar) | Boots: Cervone (old, similar) | Necklaces: c/o Stella & Dot and Fab'rik Chapel Hill | Bracelets: InPink 1, 2 & JCrew | Sunnies: Target]
I’m always looking for ways to incorporate bright colors into fall and winter outfits. I’ve discussed this idea before… because frankly, why is it that when the weather turns colder, all of a sudden everyone thinks you can only wear black or navy?
Now, don’t get me wrong, I have nothing against black or navy, but come on, people. It’s 2012. Wear what you want. And if you want to wear a bright color and it’s 40 degrees (40 Fahrenheit or 4.444 degrees Celsius for you metric system peeps) outside, so be it.
C’est la vie! Carpe diem! #YOLO! Right? Right.
So, for yesterday’s cold and dreary day part deux, I rocked my fave yellow OVI blouse and my new clutch from The Pleated Poppy, which by the way I LOVE. I have loved Lindsey’s blog forev’s and LOVE all the stuff in her shop, so I was pumped when she sent this beaut over to me. It is everything I love about a good clutch and, thus, I will be using it ALL fall. And winter. And spring. And summer. Because it’s bright. And roomy. And practical. And awesome.
Take that, S.A.D.
Also, because Lindsey is even more awesome than I already thought she was, she’s offering still being [molly] readers a pretty sweet giveaway! Check it out below.
Linking up today with The Pleated Poppy (you know, cause she’s awesome!), Rolled Up Pretty, Wardrobe Wednesday, Transatlantic Blonde, & Rae Gun Ramblings.
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” – Jeremiah 29:11


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I love the color block infinity scarves!
I love the clutch you’re holding Molly! Great giveaway!
thanks, sarah!!
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I absolutely love the infinity scarf and wish I could get it in pink and chevron!
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i am in love with the infinity scarves:)
gina
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i love the modern peach wristlet
I LOVE the wristlet clutch in black & mustard. What a great giveaway!!
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Love the dark teal infinity scarf!
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I love the color block infinity scarves. But I also love anything chevron. Maybe a messenger bag!?!?!
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Loving the ruffled mum pin in persimmon! Pretty!
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I love chevron. I love yellow. I love pencils. So, of COURSE the pencil pouch in yellow chevron is my fave!!
What a great outfit! I am a big fan of wearing color on dreary days…it makes it just a little happier. I love how the necklace & the clutch just makes your outfit pop!
Alice
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I am LOVING the yellow infinity scarf at the Pleated Poppy!!! I am also LOVING your coat here! What a great cut on you! And you look so much like fall – even with your bright blouse.
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I love the navy chevron messenger bag from the shop!
And I love your outfit. Colorful looks during the fall and winter are so fun. They brighten up any dreary day!
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thank you so much, mary! <3
Love love love that necklace, and the tweedy skirt is too cute!
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thank you so much, laura!
I love Lindsey’s shop! The petal pusher in orchid or the striped infinity scarf in charcoal/heather grey
PS love your bright colors!
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i do, too!! and thank you so much, beth!
Love the colours. I so agree about the use of colour when the weather turns cold. You look fab. Thanks for joining in with WW
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I love your coat! So classic!
I love the ruffled & infinity scarves in heather grey.
xo,
Angela
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I have been looking for an infinity scarf and there are some great ones on this website. It is hard to decide between anchors, houndstooth and chevron for a pattern though!
I love this equestrian look. You are adorable, girl!
xo TJ
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Ok, I totally put “the pleated poppy” under my FB name that I follow under??? I was having a moment..
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Hahah!!! You are funny….so random! I haven’t heard about him in forever.
I LOVE the yellow infinity scarf. So pretty!
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I remember when I first moved to Glasgow I was the only person with a pink winter coat lol. I’m all about colour year round!
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amen to that, melaina!!
I love bright colors in the Fall! This skirt is gorgeous!
Meredith
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You look so adorable in your bright yellow! And I love the pops of turquoise. Absolutely rock any color you want – I will totally be wearing my coral stuff all winter, especially with burgundy!
Love The Pleated Poppy! I love her e-reader cases, but I like the turquoise damask fabric, so I’d have to go with the wristlet clutch in that.

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I love this outfit Molly, it looks like something out of a Ralph Catalog Ad
wow thank you, mia! <3
I am OBSESSED with those silky, sheer, button up shirts…I literally want one in every color imaginable! Also love the necklace
Glad you’re back and up and running again after your amazing trip to Kenya…we MUST get together soon…you guys going to check out Pepper Festival this Sunday? :p
YES! me too!! i have one in pink and yellow but i want blue!!!
not planning on doing the pepper fest, but we’re def thinking of having a fall bonfire at the stillman residence soon which you will come to.
Yep, this is a great outfit. I love the tights. My favourite thing about fall clothes is wearing tights and boots with dresses. There’s just something so cozy about tights.
thank you so much, anna!! i think so, too!!
I love yellow soooo much! And I love that coat too! Great outfit!!!
your shirt reminds me of sunshine…..which is what I needed today
what an exciting giveaway!
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I LOVE that necklace! It is so gorgeous against the yellow. I used to wear so much black/grey in the winter but I’ve now discovered if I wear color, it puts me in a better mood
-Sharon
The Tiny Heart Jewelry giveaway!
thank you so much, sharon!
oooh look how cute her stuff is…that black and mustard clutch is calling my name. I need something small to carry for those times I don’t want to grab my whole purse.
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Rock on lady! You know I love me some bright colors. Although mine do change a bit in the fall.
Bring me some orange!
love you girl!
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aw thank you so much, ashleigh!!! i KNOW you love some bright colors!!
love YOU!!!!!
I love all things The Pleated Poppy AND love to wear brights year round!
Fun post.
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ME TOO! we’re alike that way!
I love the neckline on that jacket! I have a similar cream one and I was worried it wouldn’t pair with anything, but I’ve ended up wearing it so much!
-Alyssa
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yes! i love when pieces sort of surprise you like that!
Molly, I totally agree. Cold weather doesn’t have to mean bright colors have to go away! I will be wearing my summer brights all throughout fall and winter
I love this outfit and the touch of mint is perfect.
Stephanie
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Love the skirt and that jacket so cute
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You look adorable, first of all! Second, my favorite is the green chevron pencil pouch – I could totally use it for my knick knacks when traveling!
xo, Yi-chia
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I love how you paired these pastels with brown for fall – and I am with you on wearing colors into the cool weather!
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Love the e-reader case in Washi Tape, perfect for my Kindle Fire! Love the clutch you have in the photo.
I have been eyeing this pouch on TPP for awhile: http://thepleatedpoppy.bigcartel.com/product/zippered-pouch-warm-ombre
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Love this outfit! Aren’t you so excited for boot season!? Woohoo!
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YESSSS boots are the BEST!!
I will be putting bright colors into fall, winter, and forever…lol you look lovely as usual – that coat is just perfect on you!! i love it.
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thank you so much!! glad i’m not the only one who LOVES colors in the colder months!
Your clutch is too cute! I’m also loving the wristlet clutch in black and mustard.
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I love Lindsey’s blog! She’s so cute and awesome!
she is SO sweet! love her!!
I love the grey chevron messenger bag….but am pretty obsessed with anything chevron to be honest.
Love the yellow + blue together and your necklace is so pretty! You look adorable as always, such a great fall look

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thank you so much, megan! hope you’re having a great week!
Love the zippered pouch in warm ombre!
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I LOVE LOVE LOVE the iPad case. Feminine AND pretty!
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You are so darn cute! I love everything about this outfit!
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thank you so much, mandy!
I love the wristlet clutch in modern peach!
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Super cute blouse and skirt!
Love the yellow color on you!
xoxo,
Rachel
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love the wristlet clutch in turquoise damask!
Adorable clutch! And you look beautiful as always!
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thank you so much, lins!! hope you’re having a great week!
im totally with you on the colour! i say more in winter to get you through the grey days! Love the colours in this outfit, the teally blue looks so good! xx
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amen to that!!
I love anything in chevron!
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such a cute clutch!!
xo,
Sandy
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thank you, sandy!
I love the Petal Pushers!
thank you! now, i may be dating myself… but i have to ask… what are petal pushers? lol!
and now i totally realized what you were referring to… the petal pushers on Lindsey’s shop… oh man it is early. forgive me!
I almost bought that clutch. I decided on the black and mustard one instead. I think I looked at them everday trying to figure out if I wanted a bright wristlet or one that looked more like fall. I cannot believe how much stuff it can hold!
oh nice!! i love her clutches so much! it really holds so much!!
I love this ensemble! So very fall and cozy looking.
brittany
thank you so much, brittany!
Dude, you had me actually thinking about this, what DO blouses and William Macy have in common? You tease, you!,
I am loving how your photographs have been looking lately, did you get a new camera or something? Seriously, they are stunning, I love the light quality you’re getting in them, they look very vintage! Anyways, I really like your “arm party” you’ve got going on, those leather bracelets are really pretty. And this combination of the yellow blouse, the skirt and those brown boots is so lovely and classic looking.

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what an awesome giveaway! LOVE your boots! And I agree wear whatever color you want whenever you feel like it! Winter doesn’t mean you have to dress boring!
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Loveeeeee the clutch! So cute!!!
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