Oh, did I mention . . .

That I really do love leopard as seen here, here, and here. I normally reserve leopard for when I am feeling a little risky or when I want to be "plain Jane" with my simple leopard flats but today I explored another option. You can have so much fun with this print, all you have to do is add a little personality and creativity

HM leopard cardigan, lovely contrast of blue maxi skirt, cream camis, DV leather boots, gold jewelry from EFFY/Pandora

Moist pumpkin bread

Everybody knows it's that time of year again to bring out the different fragrance of spices and cheer in preps for the holidays. I might be wrong, but it seems most of us are in the kitchen baking or cooking with some type of spice whether it be pumpkin or cinnamon during this time of year than any other - so what a great October day to bake a simple moist pumpkin bread to help get the holidays started right, plus the aroma will have your home smelling better than a Yankee candle

     Ingredients: 1 can pumpkin puree, organic preferably - 3 large eggs - 1 cup vegetable/olive oil - 1/2 cup water (mix in 2 tablespoons sour cream, I love the favor) - 1 cup white sugar - 1 cup of brown sugar - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour - 2 teaspoons baking soda - 2 teaspoon vanilla extract - 1 1/2 teaspoons salt - 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease/flour two loaf pans (depending on the size, this recipe may just make one pan). In a large bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, eggs, vanilla, oil, water (plus sour cream), and sugar until well blended (do not over mix). In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Stir the dry ingredients into the pumpkin mixture until softly blended. Pour into the prepared pan(s). Bake for about 50-60 minutes until golden brown or until toothpick comes out clean, have fun and !love it

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Today's inspiration

Fringed - Minnetonka

A great pair of boots are just as important to me as clothing. There are so many of different styles ranging from heel, flat, over the knee, ankle, pointed toe, and round toe not to mention all the different colors/material options. I find that a simple boot is the most versatile. I purchased these Minnetonkas fringed boots last year from UO for like $60 a piece and they are still in nearly perfect condition after wearing them constantly as I do with all my Minnetonkas. Minnetonkas are well made boots which have been around for a along time. I find myself buying them in just about every color and design. I adore the rugged country vibe look and how they help me accomplish the urban or trendy look i want . . . how they give a boho theme to skirts . .  and how they add a down to earth feel to more delicate pieces. I wear them with just about any and everything to include maxis, cords, and dresses. These boots will def be my staple boot again this year

A pop of polka dots

BB Dakota ruffled coat, AF polka dress, grey embroidered tights

Jeffrey Campbell leather wooden wedges, vintage, modern, and designer sterling jewelry

Artisan sterling pendant

I love artisan detailed jewelry. The floral patten is so nicely done on this piece, adding a lovely antique finish to it. Handcrafted artisan jewelry has been popular for so many years - made in almost all types of metals which dates back to many years ago and continues to keep in demand today 

Sterling artisan detailed pendant 

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