Happy Fashion Friday peeps!
It's been a strange, smoky week in the mountains. It's been so dry that there are a few wildfires in the area and it's been really smoky. We're far enough away where we aren't in danger, but it's been hard for me to be outside much with my asthma. I know that is just a minor inconvenience and I'm mostly sad and worried for the firefighters and people with nearby homes.
On a completely different note, the Hubs and I finally picked out a car (we started shopping for it in the summer!) and are going on a road trip to pick it up this weekend. I'm hoping to make the most of it and turn the trip into a little adventure! I'll try to post on Instagram Stories as we go along.
AND it's finally been cold enough this week to KIND of wear clothes that are more fall-ish. Scarfs and boots are one of the few good things about cold weather in my opinion!
One of my favorite trends this year is the blanket scarf. It is back from last winter and I picked up this pink plaid one to dress up some outfits. I love the way this $20 scarf transformed this look! There are many ways to tie a blanket scarf, but this one is my favorite.
I found this one at Charming Charlies. It's available here in dark blue or the blush. I think both colors are adorable! Honestly I might need the blue too! haha. I've been doing way to much of that lately.... 🙂 We'll just call it retail therapy.
Remember the maroon Old Navy swing dress? This is the same dress in black, which is absolutely one of my favorite pieces of the season. It's available in different colors here for less than $30, some as low as $14. It's in two spots on their site HERE and HERE. Each link as different colors.
The leggings are fleece lined leggings, which are DA BOMB. Every girl must have them in their life and my favorite black suede booties.
After I picked up my blanket scarf I had to google how to wear it, so I thought I'd give you a little demo here to save you the save trouble. Just call me your regular ole' problem solver.
Ways to Tie a Blanket Scarf
Start by folding it in half into a square.
Then fold it corner to corner making a triangle.
Next you take the corners around your neck.
Then pull them back around to the front to secure.
Fluff and tuck and you've got one super fashionable and warm look for the season.
It's downright cozy!!!! And my favorite ways to a blanket scarf ;-).
Have a blessed weekend everyone and happy shopping!
Shop the Look
Swing dress: Old Navy, HERE and HERE <--- black one on this link
Blanket Scarf: Charming Charlie
Suede Ankle Boots: Old, I love these BCBG <--- on sale less than $60, these <-- Sam Edelman on sale with fringe! and these <--- very 2016 with peep toe! And here's a budget friendly option from Old Navy
Like this demo? Help me out in return by pinning this " Ways to Tie a Blanket Scarf " pin to your favorite Pinterest board!
So nice to see you today. Have a great weekend and come back Monday for October's Currently post!
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Your turn!
What are you looking forward to the most about summer?
What are you doing this weekend?
Farrah says
I have no idea how I missed this post but I love it! :] A blanket scarf has been on my want list for the past several years! I really need to get one, haha.
jess jannenga says
Julie, I know what you mean about dry. The leaves didnt change for the first part of fall. Love the scarf, beautiful plaid and your booties are so lovely! I need to get my blanket scarf out!
Thanks for linking up with Turning Heads Tuesday!
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JulieWunder says
Yes!! It's finally raining today! SOOOO nice.
Lauren says
This is so helpful!! I think I need to pick one of these up at Charming Charlies!
JulieWunder says
yes! Such a fun thing to wear!
Lacey@fairytalesandfitness says
That scarf is cute and you make it look so simple. but I doubt I'd be able to do that myself. I love fleece lined leggings and have a few pairs.
Sheela Goh says
Such pretty colours on your scarf 🙂
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JulieWunder says
Thanks so much for letting me know! I'll have to check it out.
Mackenzie says
This is really helpful! I have a couple blanket scarves and I never know how to tie them. I always end up knotting them at the ends and just trying to make something work! This was super great! xo
JulieWunder says
Yay! So glad this helps!
Joan says
Julie, you looked very pretty. I'm not much of a scarf person but yours looked good. I hope this weekend is better than last. I did remember you in my prayers.
JulieWunder says
Hi Joan. Thank you so much. I am starting to feel a lot better and more optimistic. Thanks so much for caring. xoxo
Kristy from Southern In Law says
Blanket scarves are one of my all time favourite cold weather accessories! Over the years of buying and wearing scarves I feel like I tie them up in at least 20 ways - and I'm totally a creature of habit because each scarf is tied a different way 😛
JulieWunder says
Haha! OHHH I feel ya!! I'm a creature of habit too.
Susie @ SuzLyfe says
Yay hooray for your new car! Can't wait to see it! I love the tutorial. I have a great blanket scarf shawl thing that I love, and now I just need to figure out where to wear it!
JulieWunder says
They are so much fun! Wear it to dinner! 🙂
Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner says
I am excited for scarf weather thanks for the tips!
JulieWunder says
Me too! Thanks Deborah!
Mary Beth Jackson says
Pinned! I love scarf's and can use all the tutorials I can get! Thanks for sharing!
JulieWunder says
I'm so glad it helped! Thanks Mary Beth!
Lucie says
I don't own a blanket scarf... yet, but I to love wearing scarves in general! Fall is my favorite season since I love the return of my comfy sweaters and tall boots!
JulieWunder says
They are so cozy! Thanks Lucie!
Ada says
Congrats on a new car Julie. This way and belted are my favorite ways to style e blanket scarf. Love the colors here. And I need an Old Navy swing dress.
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JulieWunder says
I bet belted is adorable! Thanks Ada!
Nicole @ Fitful Focus says
My mom and sister rave about Charming Charlies but I've never been. I'll have to see if they have stores in Austin :). Love this tutorial. Pinning!
JulieWunder says
Ohhhh! It's SOOOOO much fun!
Blane Sherer says
Nice look and nice how to demo.
Hope you enjoy your weekend.
Looking forward to your vehicle
purchase update.
JulieWunder says
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much!
Annmarie says
I am actually going to wear a blanket scarf today and had no idea how to tie it, lol! So happy you posted this, thank you!
JulieWunder says
Yay! Glad it helped!
Mary Ellen @ VNutrition says
Thanks for sharing this! I always wondered what I was supposed to do with those types of scarves. I usually just wrap them around me as a blankie but that was not very fashionable lol! Glad to know how to really do it!
JulieWunder says
So glad it helped!!
Charity says
We love your Blog
JulieWunder says
Thanks so much Charity!!!
Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home says
I need a tutorial about all things scarves. I am so accessory-impaired!
As always, you look so cute!
JulieWunder says
Yay! I'm so glad it helped!