It was here at one point – I think . . .Summer that is. It’s not that we here in Milwaukee can actually say we had a good Summer this year – I mean, sure it was nice, we had some nice days – but for me, I demand more of Summer. It’s my favorite season - easy cotton dresses, floor-length maxis, comfy decorated flat sandals, paper-thin relaxed fit tops, cute distressed denim shorts – what’s not to love? So when it comes to Summer, I demand the opportunity to wear these said pieces for at least three months and this Summer left me wanting more. So as not to pay Summer the attention it does not deserve I am moving right forward to Fall.

Probably my second favorite season, Fall never seems to let me down. The extra thick magazine issues with hundreds of pages of the latest and greatest, the ability to sport my most beloved trench coat (obviously not warm enough for Milwaukee winters), and the excitement that comes with turning over my wardrobe. (I know, I know, they say you should only have one and make it work year round, but I live in Milwaukee and therefore, I need more than those lucky individuals in warmer climates (P.S. Kathy, that “lucky” was dripping with sarcasm, just for you.)) 

This Fall I am especially impressed. It’s one of those seasons that is repeating trends – and right now, I don’t think that is such a bad thing. Plaids, Distressed Denim, One Shoulder Silhouettes, Military-Inspired Pieces – all are revived for this season. So if you didn’t do it last year, you still can. Some of the new additions – Over the Knee Boots, (seriously it will not be possible for me to make it through Fall without a pair), Fur Vests, Zipper Details and Studded Everything – Jackets, Bags, Jewelry. It’s all in the details this Fall and that deserves some attention.

Another reason I am looking forward to the next couple months – new deliveries! It was just after Christmas that I began placing Fall orders and over time you can tend to forget everything you bought – with the exception of Left on Houston. I remember every detail of each piece ordered and have been anticipating this arrival for months. Here’s a little preview of what’s on the way.