I Live in the South But Dress Like I Live in L.A.—Here's My Fall Shopping List

I can't have it all, but a girl can dream.

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Sep 2, 2021 - 07:00
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I Live in the South But Dress Like I Live in L.A.—Here's My Fall Shopping List

As someone who's moved from Louisiana to Pittsburgh to NYC to L.A. and back to the South (North Carolina this time), I have a lot of thoughts about the differences in how people around the country dress. I think I could even write a thesis on it. But for now, I'll focus on the way that I dress. Of the cities I've lived in during my adult life, Los Angeles is the place I resided the longest, and it certainly had the most influence on my style. It's where I started working in fashion, after all.

Although I've lived in North Carolina for six years now, I can't say that I really relate to or identify with the Southern aesthetic. I prefer the "L.A. look." To me, that means more neutrals (aside from seasonal color trends), trend-forward accessories, denim that isn't skinny jeans, and interesting outfits with a bit more edge than what you typically see in the South. With that in mind, below is my fall shopping wish list. I can't have it all, but I narrowed it down to my favorites in case you can relate and want to shop along with me.

Ask me for the perfect pair of boots, and I'll show you these.

This rust-colored vest is my idea of a fall basic.

It's the removable collar for me.

Pretty, comfortable, and affordable.

I already ordered this in green, but it was a tough decision.

I'm going to have a hard time taking these off this fall.

Good luck finding a better pair of jeans. These are perfect.

Yes, it's chocolate brown, and yes, it's dreamy.

I can't get over how gorgeous this top looks on.

Hurry up—these are going to sell out.

How many cool details can you fit into one sweatshirt?

I didn't realize I needed a winter baseball cap until now, but I definitely do.

Definitely not your grandma's cardigan.

This groovy print is making me feel things.

This deserty color combo is so chic.

The perfect thing to wear with knee-high boots.

Only buttoning two buttons is key.

Your search for the perfect loafers ends here.

Excuse me while I go copy this entire outfit.

A patchwork plaid shirt just hits different.

I'm just really into kelly-green everything these days.

It's safe to say that every Who What Wear editor is obsessed with these.

I predict that these will be an It item at NYFW.

These are the most stunning pearl earrings I've seen in awhile.

LNA clearly excels at designing interesting knit tops.

Next up: The Fall 2021 Accessory Report—Every It Item There Is to Know

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