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This is a negativity-free zone! If you loved the PWMOV movie as much as I did, tell me your favorite part of the film! 🍿

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Fashion · October 5, 2018

Layering for the Lazy Girl

Thought you knew everything there was to know about fall layering? This lazy girl fashion hack will be just what you need for those early mornings!

Have you ever opened your eyes on a crisp autumn day and realized you snoozed your alarm a few too many times, leaving you with fleeting minutes to get out the door? No? Oh, then, me either! Actually – that would be a lie, because I’ve definitely done this to myself on more than one occasion. Typically, I’m an incredibly timely person, but there are days where my bed is just too cozy! In those moments, I turn to my ultimate fall layering hack: the faux-layered top!

Layering is easy enough, if your tank top wasn’t left crumpled on the floor last night and your sweater isn’t in the dirty pile. Fear not! Instead of scrambling to smooth out wrinkles and mist perfume to mask the stinky sock smell that’s attached itself to your worn clothing, reach for a layered-look sweater and waltz out the door! You’ll look 100% put-together while putting in 0% effort.

Outfit Details
top c/o Macy’s | pants c/o Macy’s | booties | earrings c/o Sugarfix | similar necklace | similar bag

This sweater is the ultimate lazy girl hack to fall layering!

Rather than purchasing multiple pieces, just grab a faux-layered top and you’ll always be prepared to throw together a stellar outfit – even in a rush. However, there are a couple of key elements to keep in mind if you want to uplevel your layering skills:

Always, always have a denim jacket on hand. Denim on denim is no longer frowned upon, so rock that Canadian tuxedo!
Scarves are multi-purpose. Sure, you can wear them traditionally around your neck, but you can also drape them across your shoulders, belt them to create a vest, or tie them like a poncho.
One word: cardigans. I can’t stress enough the importance of owning cardigans. They work over everything from tank tops to sweater-dresses, with boots or with sneakers, and they can easily be dressed up or down.

When the cold weather arrives, you may be itching for all these layers at once!

These fall layering tips will definitely be cutting my morning routine in half. What about you?

In: Fashion · Tagged: autumn style, casual outfit, charlotte russe, fall, fall fashion 2018, fall layering, fashion hacks, jeans and sweater, layered sweater, Levi's, Macy's

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Donna
7 years ago

I absolutely love the back on your top. So cute! I like the thin layering for fall too. Great ideas!

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Donna
7 years ago

I absolutely love the back on your top. So cute! I like the thin layering for fall too. Great ideas!

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Rach
7 years ago

A faux leathering top is genius!! It’s also great for those who want the layering look but don’t really need that extra layer!

http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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Brittany
7 years ago

This is such a chic outfit, I love your bag 🙂
– xo Britt
https://levisandlemonade.com

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Rach
7 years ago

A faux leathering top is genius!! It’s also great for those who want the layering look but don’t really need that extra layer!

http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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Brittany
7 years ago

This is such a chic outfit, I love your bag 🙂
– xo Britt
https://levisandlemonade.com

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Tanvi Rastogi
7 years ago

You layered it perfectly. Love the look.

❥ tanvii.com

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Kim
7 years ago

Faux layered tops are my favorite! They give the perfect layered look with out all the bulk. I love your layered outfit!

xoxo,
Kim

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Lavenda Memory
7 years ago

Layering is so essential for fall! Easy pieces like this are great! Good finds babe 🙂

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Nicole
7 years ago

Scarves, denim jackets and cardigans! Yup, need all of these too!! Basically all are essentials in my wardrobe 🙌🏻

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Lee
7 years ago

I love faux layer sweaters! I have 4 or 5 already, and definitely want the one you’re wearing; that back detail is gorgeous!

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Lecy | A Simpler Grace
7 years ago

I am all about the layers in fall. I love this look!

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Summer
7 years ago

Oh, this top is too cute. Love the back of it – super casual and cute for fall. I love layering!

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Kileen
7 years ago

I love this casual chic outfit babe and love the faux layering! Such a cute sweater.

Kileen
cute & little

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Lee
7 years ago

I love faux layer sweaters! I have 4 or 5 already, and definitely want the one you’re wearing; that back detail is gorgeous!

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Kileen
7 years ago

I love this casual chic outfit babe and love the faux layering! Such a cute sweater.

Kileen
cute & little

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Alix Maza
7 years ago

Yes to all of this! Today I layered for the first time and I love it haha.

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Jasmine Vargas
7 years ago

YES to this outfit. I’m all about comfort and layering. But also making sure that I am not adding too much layers because I get hot so fast.

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miriam
7 years ago

yaasss! you had my at lazy! i love tops like these~ makes life so much easier

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Laura || Walking in Memphis in
7 years ago

A girl after my own heart, haha you had me at lazy, it really is a great outfit! This is a perfect idea so you don’t get too hot.

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miriam
7 years ago

yaasss! you had my at lazy! i love tops like these~ makes life so much easier

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Kelsey
7 years ago

This is definitely for the lazy gal! I am the laziest (not proud of it) and these tops are right up my alley!!

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Laura || Walking in Memphis in High Heels
7 years ago

A girl after my own heart, haha you had me at lazy, it really is a great outfit! This is a perfect idea so you don’t get too hot.

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Kelsey
7 years ago

This is definitely for the lazy gal! I am the laziest (not proud of it) and these tops are right up my alley!!

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Shani
7 years ago

The back of this sweater is too cute!

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Shani
7 years ago

The back of this sweater is too cute!

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Laura Leigh
7 years ago

I love it! So perfect and easy! Not to mention adorable detail in the back to add a little something extra!

xo Laura Leigh
Louella Reese

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Alexis
7 years ago

This look is perfect! I don’t know why I don’t have a faux-layered sweater. Seriously, need to get on it! I couldn’t agree with you more on cardigans being a must-have. I wear them almost daily with so many different looks.

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Deborah
7 years ago

I love this simple layered look! it’s such an easy way to really get into Autumn dressing!

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Renee || Getting Fit Fab
7 years ago

This is perfect! I love that top, and the tips are even better, especially when it’s not “cold” but still layering needs to be done.

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Laura Leigh
7 years ago

I love it! So perfect and easy! Not to mention adorable detail in the back to add a little something extra!

xo Laura Leigh
Louella Reese

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Alexis
7 years ago

This look is perfect! I don’t know why I don’t have a faux-layered sweater. Seriously, need to get on it! I couldn’t agree with you more on cardigans being a must-have. I wear them almost daily with so many different looks.

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Deborah
7 years ago

I love this simple layered look! it’s such an easy way to really get into Autumn dressing!

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Liz
7 years ago

Such a cute fall outfit! I love layers for cooler weather!

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Taylor Mobley
7 years ago

Yes – you look totally amazing!

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Tara Fuller
7 years ago

this is so pretty – i love the back detail!

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Celeste Godoy
7 years ago

I love fall fashion because of layers and that outfit is so cute! Cardis and booties are my must and I feel like I can never have enough haha

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Bernice
7 years ago

You always find the cutest accessories! Gorgeous necklace and those cute boots!

https://www.bunnybernice.com/single-post/2018/10/10/Institchu-Wedding-Suits-Experience-Review

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Bernice
7 years ago

You always find the cutest accessories! Gorgeous necklace and those cute boots!

https://www.bunnybernice.com/single-post/2018/10/10/Institchu-Wedding-Suits-Experience-Review

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Bree | BreeAtLast.com
7 years ago

You’re so freaking cute!! I love the back detail on that lazy girl’s sweater 😉 and your gorgeous bag goes with it perfectly!

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Bree | BreeAtLast.com
7 years ago

You’re so freaking cute!! I love the back detail on that lazy girl’s sweater 😉 and your gorgeous bag goes with it perfectly!

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Whitney
7 years ago

This faux layered top is so cute!! It looks comfy too. Definitely need it in my fall wardrobe!

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Kim
6 years ago

Faux layered tops are my favorite! They give the perfect layered look with out all the bulk. I love your layered outfit!

xoxo,
Kim

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Summer
6 years ago

Oh, this top is too cute. Love the back of it – super casual and cute for fall. I love layering!

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Jasmine Vargas
6 years ago

YES to this outfit. I’m all about comfort and layering. But also making sure that I am not adding too much layers because I get hot so fast.

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Nicole
6 years ago

Scarves, denim jackets and cardigans! Yup, need all of these too!! Basically all are essentials in my wardrobe 🙌🏻

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Lecy | A Simpler Grace
6 years ago

I am all about the layers in fall. I love this look!

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Renee || Getting Fit Fab
6 years ago

This is perfect! I love that top, and the tips are even better, especially when it’s not “cold” but still layering needs to be done.

Reply
Lavenda Memory
6 years ago

Layering is so essential for fall! Easy pieces like this are great! Good finds babe 🙂

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Taylor Mobley
6 years ago

Yes – you look totally amazing!

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