So Long Summer

© Leigh Viner 2013

Bid adieu to summer in the best place I know how, where there is a transition of weather to verify and give awareness that change is now here for fall. This very spot while everyone was fishing, I pulled out my sketchbook and noted a few goals I want to bring to fruition for the last months of the year, doodled my surroundings and was at complete calm in my mind, which I will tell you is difficult for me. A racing mind is the norm, especially working from home where it can be difficult to turn off the to do's.

Lake Dillon is only a short ride from Denver but feels a million miles away and each year I try to go back for all of the reasons above with my family and friends to celebrate the end of summer. The views are breathless and at night a fireworks show to mark the celebration of Labor day and again especially for me a farewell to the summer season.

So my friends Summer was amazing, hot as hell, but makes summer nights outside my favorite place to be with wine and conversation. I was extremely busy with some amazing clients that I have been blessed to work with and cannot wait to share in the near future. Was able to sneak away to NYC in June and stayed at the utterly cool NoMad hotel which I hope to go back soon just because.

I hope you all had a wonderful summer as well! Now back to school for the little one, a somewhat normal work day schedule, new wardrobe pieces to add for the new season and with NY fashion week starting off this week comes a ton of fresh inspiration. First up, Erin Fetherston as inspiration for my trip to Texas in a few weeks to see my best friend Jen. Endless laughter awaits, a new baby to meet that she welcomed to the world for us all to love and a Depeche Mode show in the Woodlands. Hello Fall!!

First Snow

{Jeans- Joes, Sweater- Vintage, Boots- Steve Madden, Belt- Zara- Jacket- Rodarte for Target, Hat- The Hatter, Sunglasses- Spitfire, Gloves- Michael Kors}

Okay, looks like fun, first snow of the season usually is (as long as I am not driving on icy roads of course)! A beautiful scenery that has been tucked away for a few seasons, so I enjoy its reappearance, but not long from now I am sure you will be hearing me complaining and wishing for the warmer months. ;)

Walking into Fall

From Top Alexander Wang, Kate Spade ASOS

For me there is always an excuse to add new shoes as the season changes. I am one of those that plan my outfit most of the time around what shoes I will be wearing, yes a problem or more like a personality that was engraved into my core with my first pair of Doc Martins in 9th grade. I really feel though that I can splurge more on shoes by keeping most of my wardrobe in the neutral zone and letting my shoes be the trend most of the time.. Cheap stuff in large quantities will cost you more in the long run then a few good quality pieces that if taken care of can last a life time,....maybe, totally depends on how you treat things I guess ;)