Take that, Fall Gloom: Polka Dots, Sequins and Leather Skirts

This is coming a day late, but happy Veterans Day, Dad! My father was a Captain in the U.S. Air Force, and I’m so, so proud of him. On Monday, Mitch, my mom and I cheered him on as he marched up Fifth Avenue with the Union League Club in New York City’s Veterans Day Parade. It was awesome. Dad, thank you for your service to our country, and for letting me take control of the plane that one time. (That was cool.) ;) I love you so much!

Leather skirt: French Connection (c/o) — For reference, size up. I normally wear a size 0 or 00 at J.Crew, for example, and I took a size 4 in this skirt. / Bag: JustFabb (c/o) — Looks just like the Celine bag, right?! / Top: J.Crew* (last season), nearly identical Factory version available here** — Original version here* (Check eBay! They’re always up there!) / Bracelets: Hazel and Marie (c/o) and C.Wonder (Sold out), similar here / Pumps: Ralph Lauren (Sold out), similar here with scalloped edges (swoon), and here by Kate Spade with a bow! (And these Ted Baker bow-adorned beauties?! Puh-lease.) / Necklace: Sassy Steals (c/o), original inspiration here (Again, check eBay! Tons!) / Watch: Kate Spade, also available in pink. Bracelet version: gold, silver, white, orange, black, and rose gold / Earrings: Marc Jacobs