10 | Fall Favorites for The Men

Today I am teaming with Nordstrom to focus on men's fashion.  I wanted to share a few Fall favorites  that I personally love for the men.  Christmas is only 3 months away so if you are like me and like to get started early these would make great gifts too.  Everything is under $200.

Pictured below are a few personal favorites that my Dad, Matt and my brother all love.

Baseball cap | Puffy vest | Vineyards Vines Button-up (comes in 5 color options) | Driving Shoes

ONE | PUFFY VEST

I don't know what it is but I love a man in a puffy vest.  This North Face one is super light weight yet still offers some warmth.  I love the olive color too.

I also really like this Peter Milar version for a bit dressier vest. It also comes in red. 

Lightweight Vest

TWO | PLAID BUTTON-UP

A plaid button-up is always classic and always in style.  I am partial to the Vineyards Vines ones.  They fit really well and are good quality.

THREE | BASEBALL CAP

This is something all men probably own and love.  I especially these solid color ones with no logo or anything.  This one is only $30, so a great price point for a gift and it comes in 5 colors.

FOUR | PULLOVER

This Nordstrom brand men's pullover is perfection and under $60.  It comes in so many great masculine colors for Fall and it's part Cashmere!

FIVE | DRIVING SHOES

Driving shoes are my favorite.  They just look effortlessly cool.  These are under $100.

I also like this classic Sperry version.

SIX | FITNESS WATCH

I like that some of these Fitness watches actually look like watches.  This one has great reviews and I like the sleek look.

SEVEN | STRAIGHT LEG PANTS

I love straight leg pants for the men.  These are the perfect fit, not too slim fitting and not too wide leg.  They come in several different color options as well.  They can be worn casually or dressed up.

EIGHT | CASUAL JACKET

I am a huge fan of the Barbour line and love this quilted jacket for the guys.  It comes in black and navy and I like both colors for Fall.

NINE | LONG SLEEVE POLO SHIRT

Matt lives in these during the cooler days here.  He wears them to work for his more casual days and out on the weekends too.  This shade of green is really pretty.  

TEN | CLASSIC CREWNECK 

Crewnecks never go out of style.  I like both the plain and stripe version and both are under $70.

Solid Crewneck

Stripe Crewneck

Lastly this is something I saw when I was researching the men's fashion, a digital Polaroid Camera!!  I so want this for myself ! It has three color modes: color, black and white and vintage septia.  It also has a built in printer so you can print the photos immediately.  This would make a great gift and it is under $100!

Camera

You can shop all my Men's Fall Favorites here.  Nordstrom always offers free shipping and returns.

Thanks to Nordstrom for partnering on this post.

Antipasto Pasta Salad + Recent Fall Buys Sizing + Roberta Roller Rabbit Event

So many of you asked for the recipe for this pasta salad so here you go!  This pasta salad is one of my favorites and you can really use any ingredients you have on hand.  Sometimes I use sun-dried tomatoes, red onions, bell pepper, and pine nuts for a different combo.  I swear by the Italian dressing seasoning in the packet that you mix up yourself.  It is so much better than the bottled kinds. This will save well in the fridge for several days and I like it best served room temperature. 

Enjoy! 

|| A N T I P A S T O   P A S T A  S A L A D ||

- 1 box pasta, really any shape will work.  I prefer spirals or half moons

- 1 small can sliced green olives

- 1/3 red onion thinly sliced

- 1 yellow bell pepper thinly sliced

- 1 container small mozzarella balls

- 1 cup diced cherry tomatoes

- 5 pepperoncinis sliced

- handful pepperoni or salmi sliced thinly

- 2 baby cucumbers diced

- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese

- 1 package Good Seasonings Italian Dressing (mix per instructions on packet)

Cook pasta according box.  Drain and let sit for a few minutes before mixing.   Place in a bowl and add all veggies and cheeses.  Then pour Italian dressing over the top and mix well!  

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I wanted to share this gray top I posted on instagram over the weekend and how it fits.    I am wearing a size XS.  It seems to run on the large side.  Looks like the gray is still sold out in most sizes but the navy is in stock in all sizes!  It is a super light weight sweater and so comfy.

Pleated Hem Sweater

I actually really like the navy too.

Another outfit I recently posted on instagram.  Ya'll may remember this sweater from my post Friday.   I ended up ordering the green cold shoulder one and LOVE it.  I can't wait til it gets a little cooler here so I can wear it.  It runs TTS, I am in a small.  It is not too thick or too thin it is kind of the perfect sweater weight.

My scarf is only $25!  It comes in 3 other color options too but I liked how bright this one was.   Great quality for the price and super soft.  

Cold Shoulder Sweater also here | Jeans | Scarf | Heels

The sweater just came out in this pretty oatmeal color too.

Shopbop just did a bunch of new markdowns.  

This Off Shoulder Top is one I wear often.  I own it in 3 colors I like it so much.  The pink version is now on sale.  I included a picture of me in the green one so you could see how it fits.  I am wearing an XS.

Off Shoulder Top

Scroll through to see my top picks.  I have these sunglasses and love them.

Lastly, I am helping to host an event at Roberta Roller Rabbit on Thursday night from 6-8!  Any locals please stop by there will be light nibbles (Callie's Biscuits) and cocktails and you can take 15% off any purchase! 

Obsessions | 10 Fall Staples to Add to Your Closet

Today is all Fall Staples you should add to your closet.   If the item was on the more expensive side I tried to find a cheaper option and include that as well.

ONE | BOHO DRESS 

This first dress is a personal favorite because I own it:)  As soon as I saw it I knew it had my name written all over it.  I love the boho feel of it.   I have been wearing it now with wedges and booties and then once it gets cooler I will pair it with black tights.  It comes fully lined with a cotton slip.  I am in a size small. 

Dress also HERE and HERE| Sunglasses | Purse | Booties

Similar looks for less.

Boho Dress

Boho Dress 2

TWO | Vest

I just bought a shearling vest almost identical to this and can't wait to wear it!   I love to toss a vest on over any outfit wheter it be jeans and a tee or a dress.  

I also like this black faux fur version.

THREE | SCARF

I love scarves in the fall because they are an easy way to dress up a boring outfit.    

Stripe Scarf

I especially like this Cashmere Travel Wrap Scarf.  It is on sale and under $100 right now.  I like that you can wear it as a scarf or wrap.  It comes in 4 color options. 

Cashmere Scarf

FOUR | Little Black Dress

I love this one so much I ordered it.  You can't beat the price it is under $60!  Black dresses are the best because they are versatile.  I love the idea of this paired with booties or knee high boots.  You could also toss a vest on over it for another look. 

Black Lace-Up Dress

FIVE | Long Cardigan

I love a long cardigan for tossing on over a tee shirt and jeans or leggings.  I like the fringe detail on these two.  I actually own this first in the short version from last year.  I wore my short one all the time so I am definitely considering ordering the long one. 

Fringe Cardigan

Similar look for less money.

Stripe Fringe Cardigan

SIX | Distressed Black Jeans

These are my new favorite Fall jeans.  If you have not tried McGuire jeans yet they are a must.  The fit is perfection. 

Distressed Jeans

Same look for less.

Ripped Topshop Jeans

SEVEN | Leggings

Everyone needs a good pair of leggings.  I swear by my Spanx leggings.

This particular pair is high waisted and super slimming.  Any new moms these are great for after the baby.  I bought mine while I was pregnant with Frances and wore them almost everyday afterwards.  They help suck it all in.  They run TTS, I have a size small.

Spanx Leggings

I also really like these leggings that I shared recently.   They are cheaper but they don't suck you in quite like the spanx.  I love that they look like pants and are so comfortable!  They run TTS I have a size small.

Moto Leggings

EIGHT | Cross Body Purse

I love a cross body these days.  Especially one that is big enough to use during the day and at night.

This one is one I have been carrying non-stop.  It is the perfect size and comes in several other color options.

Purse

Similar look for less.

Purse

NINE | Booties

You can't wrong with any Rag and Bone booties.  They are my all time favorite.  An investment yes, but worth every penny.  I am wearing the Harrow style in my photos above and they are a favorite.  Size up a 1/2 size as Rag and Bone booties run on the small side.

Harrow Bootie

I also really love these booties with the cut out detail.  They are a cheaper option.

Cut-Out Booties

TEN | Leopard

Leopard is always a good idea.   I just came across this purse and love it- best part it is under $80! 

Foldover Clutch

A leopard scarf is an easy way to incorporate a fun animal print into your outfit.  This scarf is so pretty and only $29.

Scarf

You can shop all my Fall Staple favorites below:

Photos | Athena Crofts