August is an awkward month for fashion bloggers. Most summer merchandise is gone, leaving only a few odd bikini tops and shorts in size 000, or there's a plethora of sweaters and boots. While my state has had more days in the 70s than 90s this year (it's been wonderful!), I know that doesn't go for the rest of the nation. Since it is still summer, I found some inspiration from a Dorothy Draper-esqe banana leaf print wallpaper and found a few pieces that would work well into fall:


Utility jacket: I've been wanting one of these for a few years but most of the ones I saw had the detailing all wrong. Jones New York is really killing it right now, this jacket has amazing detail without being too busy or looking cheap. It does have long sleeves in case you were wondering.

Cabochon necklace: I'm always iffy on these necklaces, sometimes I think they're gaudy and at other times I love their tackiness. Treat these pieces like you would a busy print, like a Lilly print. Would you wear two busy prints together? No, and please repeat three times after me: I am not Jenna Lyons. Let this necklace be the workhorse of whatever outfit you pair it with so it can really shine.

Print pants: I've seen a ton of print pants for fall so expect to see a lot of those in the coming Prep'd Picks. I'm positive that these green & navy printed pants from Land's End are going to be the best that you'll find. The print and fit of the pants is timeless and seasonless so these would be a great pick for those looking for good "price per wear" items.

Messenger bag: One of my favorite accessories is a colored leather bag. I have colbalt blue, red, orange, etc. I've been wanting to add a forest green one but really haven't found one that I'm willing to shill out the funds. The Coach messenger is actually olive green and I think would satisfy my need for a new brown bag and the forest green bag I've been craving.

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