The Moptop

How to Wear Plaid Pants this Fall

Do you ever have those pieces that you “rediscover” when you’re cleaning out your closet? Well that was what happened with me and these plaid pants! For some reason, I kind of just forgot about them but I was so happy that I found them again recently! They remind me so much of the 70s (or maybe a couch from the 70s! lol) which makes me love them so much more!

The other day, I asked on Instagram what kind of pieces you want to know how to style this fall, one of the pieces mentioned was plaid (or printed) pants! So this is one of the ways I would style plaid pants! Pairing any print is SO easy especially when paired with a solid top or tee. I picked this simple white tank to make the print stand out and I love the monochromatic look with the cream colored coat.

Another item I love pairing plaid or printed pants is wearing them with graphic tees! Vintage tees with vintage style pants…there’s nothing better!

Anyways, I hope this is just a simple way to inspire you to try out plaid pants this fall!

What I’m Wearing: Pants: Sea NYC via Shopbop, Tank: BP, Coat: Oak + Fort, Boots: By Far, Bag: Jacquemus, Jewelry: Wolf Circus

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How to Wear Your Basket Bags in Fall


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When I saw this top online on Sezane, I knew I had to have it because it looked so similar to the color of shoes I have from Everlane! And just like I thought, there were a perfect match. Did you wear basket bags all summer too? They’ve been a spring and summer necessity for me but I wanted to figure out how to wear them with my fall looks! I don’t really think there is a rule to wear basket bags, they really work for so many seasons especially if you live in a warmer climate. It has cooled down a bit but a few weeks ago, an outfit like this was perfect for Portland weather…and basket bags!

This is another one of those examples of an outfit that can be worn at a variety of occasions. This would be great for a brunch date with your friends, or a date with your man, or treating yourself to coffee. I like outfits that mix casual and put together. Wearing low pumps can feel dressy but paired with a ripped pair of denim and it gives it a more casual and cool feel.

Is it me or does it feel like I’ve been a bit behind on blog lately?? I really want to start focusing on producing more outfits and great content on here, so I would love to know what kind of posts you would like to see!

Anyways, I have a really busy week coming up with lots of projects and shooting content for the holidays! And then the week after I am going to Reno to visit my dad! SO I have to make sure I get everything done this week. Wish me luck and lots of coffee!

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What I’m Wearing: Top: Sezane, Jeans: Vintage Levi’s (more options here), Shoes: Everlane, Bag: Doen, Necklace: Wolf Circus

5 Teddy Coats to Try This Season!


Teddy coats are back…back again! I am all here for it! To be honest, I wasn’t the biggest fan when they came back last year but when I finally found a big oversized one at H&M, I was instantly hooked! I have been wearing mine around the house for the past few days and it’s great for stomping around the leaves in when I have to take my dog Blu out for a walk. Then when I was browsing on Amazon one day (I swear Amazon is the online Target lol) I saw this Teddy Sherpa jacket from Levi’s and I knew I had to get it! If you didn’t already know, I am a HUGE fan of Levi’s. Pretty much all of the jeans I have are vintage Levi’s or a couple of the new wedgie fit… I love them. My dad actually had a Levi’s denim jacket with the sherpa on the inside and it inspired me a bit to get this jacket as well.

I thought I would share some of my favorite teddy coats from this season in case you’re still on the fence about it or if you love them too and are ready to get one yourself!

Here are Five Teddy Coats to try this Season!

  1. Levi’s All Over Sherpa Trucker Jacket (as seen on me in the images above!)
  2. UO Cropped Teddy Coat (I have this one from last year and I love it!)
  3. Weekday Borg Teddy Coat
  4. Faux Sherling Teddy Coat
  5. Warehouse Double Breasted Teddy Coat

 

Let me know what you think of the teddy coat trend? Are you on board or not feeling this one? How would you style yours? Let me know in the comments!
Also, I am so excited to announce my blog is now on WordPress! This is a switch I have been wanting to do but I kept putting it off. SO happy about this! Anyways, happy Wednesday!

 

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What I’m Wearing: Jacket: Levi’s Sherpa Teddy Coat, Tee: Rawson, Necklace: Wolf Circus, Jeans: Vintage 501 Levi’s  (similar here), Ring: Wolf Circus, Boots: Paloma Wool (make sure to size up in these boots if you order them!)

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Two Ways to Style Blundstone’s New Chelsea Boot!


Rain Coat Outfit

 

Boot season is here and I couldn’t be more happy about it. Now that Fall is here, it means that rain is soon coming to Portland again. I get a lot of questions about how to style and wear looks that are weather appropriate for Portland. Starting with a good sturdy boot is essential. Blundstone recently came out with a heeled version of their classic boot and it’s going to be so perfect for the fall and winter weather. The heel gives it more of a fashionable look too which I love! Perfect to wear with wide legs jeans like above, a dress like below or denim and a sweater.
Apart from being a cute boots for fall, I also really love that these boots are sturdy and easy to slip on and off! They’re great for when I need to run out the door or take Blu out for a walk.

I love when a boot is versatile and can be styled a variety of ways. Pairing these heeled Blundstone boots with a maxi dress is a great way to dress them up a bit for fall as well. I’m curious of what you would style your Blundstone boots with?

 

This post was in collaboration with Blundstone but all ideas and comments are my own!
Outfit details:
Outfit One: Coat: Stutterheim, Tee: Rawson, Pants: & Other Stories, Boots: Blundstone
Outfit Two: Dress: Vintage, Necklace: Wolf Circus, Boots: Blundstone