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Fall is Knocking │ Vintage Fall Fashion

I know. We're smack dab in the middle of summer, and what am I dreaming about?

Fall clothing.

Okay, two things. One,  I like summer. I really do, from 100 degree days to swimming and cold drinks and t-shirts and skirts. Love it.

But, I have a minuscule tolerance for it all. As in, oh, a day of it. Then I'm dreaming of flannel, wool, plaid, long sleeves and denim.

I've been stashing all of said things in a nice pile in my "to list pile for fall," but now I come to point two. Fall fashion --and the previewing and selling of it -- comes in August. As in, August 1st.

So, I just pulled the stash out and I'm going to start listing in two weeks. Problem is I'm totally sidetracked and drooling over the wools, and plaids, and I'm more than ready for apple cider and leaves by the truckload on my front lawn.

For you, I'm showing a small preview of items to come. Look at the buffalo plaid! (I MAY be keeping that one...)

Anyway, try to enjoy the rest of your summer, but I think it's always a swell idea to think about the future. It's smart. Plan for the future always,  as in, "What am I going to wear when the weather turns?" And "Do I have enough plaid in my closet?" or "Do I need a heavier wool shirt along side some lighter wool shirts?" And most importantly of all, "How will I look drinking coffee with these sweaters, denim and boots?"

I know. It's all about priorities.

Also FYI, the whole shop is 15% off until the 23rd of July. Making room for the goods! Go there. ◄ Get the things you need, including Fall fashion. (I caved and just listed a wool Pendleton board shirt and a Pendleton robe.)

Happy Summer, everyone.

-HJS

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