My top 3 picks for fall

In the past two months I've picked up several new items to add to my fall wardrobe. Now that I've had a few weeks to work them into my rotation, I thought I'd share my top picks for the season, in case anyone's looking for a little closet renewal and needs some ideas.

1. My long cardigan: Definitely my #1 new piece. It's lightweight, warm, comfortable, and seemingly goes with everything. I've worn it uber-casual with jeans, a t and sneakers, and I've dressed it up with some long beads and heels. Mine's navy, which incidentally is my new favourite neutral. So far I've paired it with grey, purple, and kelly green, and felt all were lovely combos. I picked it up at Jacob Connexion for $49 (and I'm thinking of going back for another one...shhh).

2. My everyday necklace: I'm a huge fan of chunky and distinctive costume jewellery when I'm getting dressed up for work or a night on the town, but right now I'm not working outside my home and nights out are few and far between. I'm all casual, all the time these days. I was feeling like my jeans and a sweater "uniform" needed a little something extra, so I found a pretty white gold chain with a small flower charm. It even has a little diamond. I've been wearing it almost every day and I love how it adds a little sparkle to my outfits, even when I'm just doing nursery school drop offs or running out to the grocery store. I got it at Overstock.com for around $100. They ship to Canada and give you a total price quote that includes duties and taxes so you know exactly what you'll be paying (I love when U.S. retailers do this).

3. My black velvet blazer: Like I said, I'm not getting dressed up too often these days, but whenever I do I can pretty much guarantee I'll be wearing this blazer. It fits like a glove and really pulls together pretty much any ensemble. I've worn it with my dark trouser jeans but I think it will go with my denim pencil skirt and some of my dresses too. I tried it on at the Calvin Klein outlet when we were shopping in New York State last month, and instantly knew I had to have it.

Now that I'm all set for fall, time to make my wish list for winter shopping. Cozy turtleneck, anyone?