The time has come. Leaves are turning and the temperature is dropping. Where is your pumpkin spice latte when you need it?
For those of you who have no idea what to expect this fall season, let me help you with my October starter kit.
What you should watch (while you chill) on Netflix:
"American Pie", "Batman Begins", "The Bourne Supremacy", "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory", "Million Dollar Baby", "American Horror Story: Freak show", "The Originals: Season 2", "Circle"–NETFLIX EXCLUSIVE, "The Gunman", and so much more!
What you should be drinking
Starbucks' newest: The Toasted Graham Latte. It's like a grown-up milk and cookies recipe, with steamed milk and espresso, topped with cinnamon and graham crumbles.
Caramel Apple Martini:
2 ounces Apple Cider
2 ounces Caramel Vodka
1 ounce Butterscotch Schnapps
Sliced fresh apple, caramel, and / or cinnamon sugar for garnish.
New Belgium Hop Stout: The beer will be offered by draft. It is an Imperial stout and will contain 8 percent ABV.
What you should go out and buy
Over the knee boots: You can wear a dress and also stay warm, because your shoes come all the way up to the dress hem line!
Ponchos: They're back, baby! Get them short, long or oversize in any pattern and you go from drab to fab.
Pant Romper: A one stop shop for this one! You must have a neutral pant romper. It's perfect for work, a night out, or your sister's wedding shower.
Statement Sunglasses: Even if you're dressing simple, sunglasses can pull the whole outfit together. I suggest mixing business and pleasure, or pastels and darks. Choose the shape that best fits your face and rock a seductive eye piece.
What you should stay away from
The Summer Fling: Your summer lover was just that, and he should stay in the summer. Keep the memory of him in a fond place before trying to string him along to a family Thanksgiving.
UGGs: Ladies, it has not reached UGG weather just yet. Put them back in your closet and wait a month.
Orange: Orange should be used only in decorations and flannel prints. If you paint your nails, only get one cute little pumpkin design, don't go crazy and get a bright orange gel polish just because your feeling "fall-ish."
What you should be open to
Long walks in the park: October is the perfect month to watch your surroundings change every day. Taking walks allows for you to clear your head and interact with nature.
Sitting outside (yes, you read that right): Go for a mid-day lunch at your favorite spot and sit outside. You can sort through your planner while getting some vitamin D. Who knows, maybe you'll meet an attractive passer-byer that catches your eye.
Getting up and getting going: Just because the sun's not up doesn't mean you don't have to be. Get up and get your day started. Grab Starbucks now and beat the rush later.
New Hair style: Do it! I know you have a laptop full of hair pins that you have just been dying to try on yourself. Go make an appointment and cut or color that hair.
Autumn is here, and aren't you glad you'll be prepared!
