So the winner is autumn leaves

Autumn Leaves? Sounds like the name of a heart-breaking starlet. It's also the object of my next Bent Objects image thanks to your votes. I'm going out to see what I can rake up now.

While I try to figure out what to do with leaves, read this review of my book and think of all the many people that you know who would love it as a gift. Kathy over at The Junk Drawer, was also nice enough to talk about it.

Take My Rider By My Side

Outfit details:
Cream sweater: vintage Sag Harbor, recently thrifted
Gray jeans: Old Navy, remixed
Boots: DSW, recently remixed
Scarf: Forever 21, remixed
Necklace: made by me - in the Objects Found shop!

Where:
Proctoring an exam on campus, running errands downtown, home

This sweater is one of my recent acquisitions from my thrifting outing with Jennine. It fits perfectly, is delightfully soft, and is a lovely winter white. I just love how it looks layered with this fringe scarf from F21 and the Discover Necklace from Objects Found. This was a great outfit for running errands and getting to campus on an early morning. I have been proctoring some exams on campus recently to make a little extra money, but I had to be there at 7:15 this morning, so I needed an outfit that would be cute, comfy, and easy. Combining this sweater with my trusty gray skinnies and delightfully comfy boots, this outfit was just right.

Title song: Cream, "Crossroads"

Itchy Trigger Finger but a Stable Turntable

Outfit details:
White/oatmeal striped tee: Sears, recently remixed
Jean skirt: Old Navy, remixed
Brown tights: ??, recently remixed
Thigh-high socks: Target
Boots: Kmart, recently remixed
Scarf: Mexican sarong, recently remixed

Where:
Breakfast with Jennine and Rocky, and then thrifting with Jennine

Okay, I know this is a pattern-mixing nightmare, but I kind of liked it for some reason. I was comfy, warm with my scarf and layers, and just honestly didn't care whether it looked pulled-together or not. I had a great morning, meeting up with the fabulous Jennine (of The Coveted and IFB fame) and her lovely husband Rocky for breakfast at Yolk (for those of you who are in Chicago, I would highly recommend it!). Then Jennine and I ditched the menfolk and headed to a nearby thrift store, at which we both. hit. gold. We each literally had a cart overflowing with awesome new sweaters, skirts, cardigans, and purses by the time we finally made it to the checkout. I can't wait to debut some of the amazing stuff I found (vintage Wilson's leather miniskirt, anyone??). Seriously. One of my favorites, though, is this crazy oversized cardigan. This thing is mad itchy, but unbelievably warm, so I rocked it around the apartment all afternoon with my sweet gray leggings. I'll never be cold again.

Title song: Beastie Boys, "No Sleep Till Brooklyn"

Have You Seen that Moon-Faced Kid

Outfit details:
White v-neck tee: Old Navy
Olive motorcycle jeans: Gap, shortened and remixed
Maroon zip-up cardigan: Derek Heart, gift, remixed
Sneakers: Converse All-Stars, remixed
Bracelet: gift from Joe's mom, remixed

Where:
Museum of Science and Industry, pizza lunch, meeting, home to make apple pie!

Today was a good day. Joe and I spent the morning at the Museum of Science and Industry playing with their new exhibit. Then I got a call about doing some temp work at an office near my old work. So as of November 2, I'll be temping for awhile. Hopefully it will last at least until I find something more permanent. The office I'll be working in is really interesting, and all the people are great, so I'm really excited about being able to work there during this interim period.

Today's outfit was all about casual comfort. I knew I'd be on my feet for hours at the museum, and it's been rainy and freezing in Chicago, so I went for these ankle-length motorcycle pants, Chuck Taylors, and a simple white tee. Comfy, cozy, and just right for eating tons of homemade apple pie!

Title song: Beulah, "You're Only King Once"

What should the next object be?

Hey, time to tell me what to use as an object in a Bent Objects photo. Leave an idea in the comment section. Sometime early Saturday morning (eastern standard time, U.S.), I'll pick my favorite 5 items for you to vote on.

What are you waiting for? You have about 12 hours.

Edit- Times up! No more comments. 31 comments are pretty good for a late Friday night. Thanks!

My Little Record Player on the Floor

Outfit details:
Brown/green plaid shirt: free from stack of laundry room goodies, originally Gap
Tan sweater: Gap
Jeans: Old Navy, remixed
Woven-toe leather brogues: Trotters, remixed

Where:
Breakfast with Joe, Farmer's Market, home for Jenga, cribbage, and curry dinner with old friends

It's crazy to me that fall is already seemingly over. It's been cold, cloudy and super blustery all week, without so much as a hint of the sun or that delightful fall feeling. All the vendors at the Farmer's Market this morning looked so dejected. We bought a bunch of veggies to make them feel better. To combat this dreadful weather, I pulled out this super-warm, super-soft wool sweater that I bought years ago. It's pretty close to perfect. I like how this outfit feels so androgynously comfortable. Just right for a cozy day. What did you all do on this stormy Thursday?

Title song: The Mountain Goats, "Dance Music"

I Heard the Knock on the Door

Outfit details:
Sweater dress, worn as shirt: Target, remixed last winter
Skirt: Forever 21, remixed
Gray striped tights: Gap, remixed
Red flats: Chinese Laundry, remixed
Obi belt: The Mexican Shop (with Sally!)
Feather Necklace: made by me, for sale in my Etsy shop, Objects Found

Where:
Job applications at home, with Joe to Evanston for a meeting, home for movies and mac & cheese

The last time I wore this sweater dress as a sweater dress, I spent the whole day obsessing over how short it was. There's something about form-fitting mini-dresses that just brings out my self-consciousness. Go figure. Anyway, I love the color and the fit of the top half, so I thought I'd pair it with this fun flirty skirt that I got at Forever 21 last spring. I slapped on my new obi belt for good measure, then added tights 'cause it's f-f-freezing in Chi-town today! Finally, I added these fabulous red leather flats for good measure and called it a day. It resulted in a comfy, cozy, cute outfit for a day out with Joe. Sometimes it's good to have no responsibilities. Oh, and this skirt is definitely too short for work, so the outfit fits in with my goal of not wearing any business attire for awhile. :)

Also, be sure to check out the lovely feature on Objects Found that Sara posted on her equally lovely blog, Orchids in Buttonholes. Also, be sure to check out how she styled the Branches Necklace! Thanks, Sara!

Title song: Yo La Tengo, "Autumn Sweater"