i feel the need for tweed! so let’s transition to fall in a tweed blazer. tweed or bouclé blazers are a terrific fall addition to your wardrobe that comes in various price points. a tweed jacket is a timeless wardrobe piece with staying power that can easily go to the office or an off-duty outfit.
well, gang, yours truly has been without an air conditioner for the past few days. ugh! not to worry as the upstairs and downstairs run on separate units, so i’m not in total despair. hopefully, a new unit will be installed on Friday, and i’ll be back up and running. fingers crossed as i leave for Tybee on Sunday. who wants to leave their housesitter with no cool air. there’s always something, right?! c’est le vie. but i am getting excited to spend the week at the beach. a friend is joining me for several days, and my big brother and his wife are coming too! can you say excited? it’ll be a fun week for certain. for a look at all the behind-the-scenes action, follow along on Instagram.
transition to fall in a tweed blazer
there’s no need to go formal when it comes to a tweed blazer. in fact, it’s easy to transition to fall in a tweed blazer from Nic+Zoe (similar here and here) with a classic button-down. think a button-down is too stuffy? then opt for a silky blouse (old, similar here) with ruffles that add elegance and ooze femininity. it’s a no-brainer to pair a tweed blazer with a skirt, but i opted for straight-leg blue jeans from Frame for an on-trend casual ensemble that i can put together in minutes. it’s a variation of my style uniform that’s perfect for fall. gray suede booties last seen here add texture and tie back to the gray blazer. a gray suede hobo bag from Talbots completes this casual-chic ootd.
denim | blouse (old, similar here) | blazer (similar here and here) | booties | handbag
denim | blouse (old, similar here) | blazer (similar here and here) | booties | handbag
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I love the gray”blazer” you are showing here but I’m wondering what the difference is between a blazer and a cardigan. Is it structure, fabric, cut, ? When I hear blazer, I’m never sure if one of the many jackets I own are the appropriate item. Thanks. Love your style!
technically, this is a jacket/blazer. but blazers have morphed through the years and no longer need lapels or buttons to be classified as a blazer. sometimes,
they’re called sweater blazers due to the unstructured fit.
Very cute outfit! You are the bomb!
Have fun with your friend and family in Tybee.
thanks, Sherry! it’s going to be a fun weekend.
I love everything about this outfit! You resemble Princess Diana & how she would have looked at this age. Beautiful, stylish & stunning. Enjoy your vacation!
well, you just made my day. thank you!
Good morning Beth,
You look fabulous as usual.
So sorry to hear about your air conditioning going out, yuck. Thank goodness you have air in other parts
of your home. Yes, when you own a home it’s always something to do and look after. I hope your new unit arrives on Friday, that is amazing service.
Have a wonderful holiday with your friend, brother and sister-in-law. So much to look forward to.
thank goodness we’ve had cloud coverage all week so the temps have stayed in the low 80s. oh, home ownership! but we wouldn’t have it any other way.
thanks for stopping by!
You’ve been knocking it out of the park w/your last few posts !
I’m waiting for my gray booties to arrive.
Enjoy your weekend!
I love the jacket but I’m not sure why you call it a blazer. To me a blazer has a manly look with lapels. This looks soft and definitely something I would wear. Love the boots too.
blazers have morphed through the years and no longer need lapels. sweater blazers or collarless blazers come to mind.
it’s confusing sometimes.
I love your style and fashion sense for older women.
Nice look Beth! The Princess Diana similarity is right on. The pose and facial expression do bring her to mind. Looks like you are beginning a rebrand. Beneficial for the name recognition. Do you have a book in the works? Enjoy family and friend at the beach. Weather Channel mentioned Tybee had a 61 mph wind gust from the depression.
I love those jeans paired with the dreamy, soft pieces. Perfect, head to toe and so very you. I shall happily copy this outfit. Your beach stay sounds so nice – didn’t know you had a big brother! Me too – mine is 4 years older.
Hi Beth,
I love this ootd! You look fabulous. I like gray and cream colors together. This is a nice transition to fall. I also enjoyed looking at your fall home decorating ideas yesterday. You have a beautiful home. I love the painting of the two boats. Cheers to Mr Style! Have fun at Tybee. That sounds relaxing.