Can we go anywhere besides the store or the dentist? No. Can we still look gorgeous doing it? Well yes, ma’am we can! If 2020 has taught me anything, it’s that anything can be an occasion. It’s all about your mindset. Here are five fall outfits I wouldn’t mind wearing to get my wisdom teeth pulled.

Blazer, Bandanas, Bangles, Oh My!

There are so many amazing things occurring in this look, but it’s the accessories that are bringing the look home. I’ve been thrifting a lot of bandanas/silk scarves lately because they really tie (see what I did there?) outfits together. In this outfit, basics are key. A tan blazer, a black top, basic jeans, but the accessories are what make the outfit look put together. Anytime your outfit feels meh, add some necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. Don’t sleep on accessories!

2. Don’t Shy Away from Bright Sweaters

So you may be thinking, what’s so special about sweaters? Isn’t autumn the season of dreary colors? Well to answer the first one, are you crazy?! Sweaters are the best thing about the cold weather season. Not only do they make you look like you spent more than two minutes on your outfit, but they also are a sneaky way to be very comfy. Can you say Zoom meetings? And to the second question, NO! I love brown, orange, and black, but you don’t have to limit your wardrobe to just these colors during autumn. Pink sweaters like the one above add a pop of color and a sense of style. Pair with some black leather pants, black boots, and you’ve got a fall look!

3. Plaid is Key!

I love plaid patterns. They make me feel so academic and east coast-girl. More than anything, I love throwing on plaid pants to add some oomph to a basic outfit. A black tank top alone is boring, but throw on some plaid pants and you look like a woman who has her life together. It’s ok, we can keep fooling them— one pair of plaid pants at a time.

4. Baby Handbags

These handbags scream “my parents pay for everything, so I don’t need to carry a real purse”, BUT they are adorable! I am a sucker for dainty accessories and little purses make me feel so petite and feminine. Match them to your shoes and honey, you look like a million bucks! Seriously though, I’ve been seeing these little purses all over Instagram and I just think they are a unique way to add something extra to your outfit. Pick one up at Target or if you want to be sustainable—THRIFT!

5. Regina George Mini Skirts

I’m really loving these high school cheerleader skirts I’ve been seeing. I never thought I would miss my catholic school days (and I don’t), but the plaid pleated skirts were way ahead of their time. now that they’re back, (and I don’t have a strict dress code to adhere to) I am loving the A-line silhouette and the dimension they add to an outfit. Instead of jeans, add a little something extra by swapping in a miniskirt.

Thanks for taking a look at some of my fall favorites. With all this time to self-reflect, I’ve been inspired to up my fashion-game (in a sustainable way) and to dress in a way that makes me happy. Even if none of these trends appeal to you, I suggest you try to experiment with your style a bit. Make sure that your closet is full of clothes that you love. This doesn't have to be an expensive endeavor. Most of my newest clothes are thrifted. The key is to find quality pieces that are authentic to you.

Let me know in the comments what trends I missed.

fearless chronicles: take control of your social media

The other day I was hanging with a friend and their partner. We were discussing Tiktok and the type of content that pops up on our respective feeds. My friend’s partner commented that they wished they could see the type of content we see and sort of threw up their hands as if Tiktok had condemned them to the unfunny side of the app.

fearless chronicles: is therapy all it's cracked up to be?

As a self-proclaimed fearless woman, I thought for 2023, I could talk about the tools that have helped me become a better, more self-aware person. I should preface that I am not a perfect person and I do not strive to be. To me, becoming “THAT GIRL” as Tiktok likes to call any self-assured woman, is about finding peace in solitude, practicing mental and physical wellness, and building healthy relationships with others. It is not about reaching perfection or becoming someone without basic human emotions.

If You Have to Beg, It's Not For You

So, the other day I had a major breakthrough in therapy. I discovered that for most of my life, I have felt the intense need to prove myself to everyone around me. The more distant and disapproving someone was, the more I felt the need to win them over. So much so that I felt annoyed with people who loved me for me, no strings attached.

10 Shows/Movies That Ooze Summer

It’s summer, and it’s time to take that after-pool day shower (a top-tier human experience) and sit down to watch a binegable show. It can be hard to find shows that capture the season, but look no further because I have compiled a list of ten shows that express June-August perfectly!

Girl, Get Out of That Small Town

Just a few days ago, I finished my first year of law school. It took 15 hours of testing and many research and writing assignments to close the door on the first chapter of my legal career. I was and still am pretty wiped out. No one tells you how strange you will feel after finally achieving something you never thought would end, but yeah— it’s really weird. After your adrenaline has been pumping for two weeks straight, you feel a crash. There’s a moment when you realize that the academic validation didn’t feel as good as you imagined it would.

A New Year, A New You!

Hey, besties! Long time no post. Truth time: I have not been as consistent with posting as I planned before beginning this law school journey. Maybe you can relate? Was there something you planned to do this year and totally dropped the ball? Luckily for me and you, we can always make a fresh start, and not just because a new year is approaching. You can choose any day as your new year.

Life Update: Law School & ✨Adulthood ✨

Woah girlies it’s been more than a minute since we last spoke. I can’t believe it’s already October aka Spooky Season! Law school has a way of making time seem slow when you want to speed up and fast when you want to slow down. And the only reason I’m able to write this post is that I’m on fall break, and I knew I had to squeeze some time in to update you all on life as it is now.

Why Self-Love Seems Rebellious

I’ve watched Olympic gymnastics for as long as I can remember. I was named after Olympic gold medalist, Dominique Dawes. I bought books and watched documentaries about Gabby Douglas leading up to and after the 2012 Summer Olympics, hoping to understand more about the petite, but powerful young woman. And slightly related, I was obsessed with the ABC Family show, Make It or Break It, a tv drama about young gymnasts trying to accomplish their Olympic dreams. I say all this to say that when it’s time to watch the U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Team, I am all in.

When Being the Main Character Goes Wrong

Just a couple of scrolls through Instagram, Tiktok, or really any social media platform, you will run into a message about taking charge of your life and “being the main character”. This “main character” message has become so prevalent that just the other day, I saw back-to-back videos encouraging me to “stop being a side character in my own life”. At its core, there is a wholesome message of self love, but it's important not to warp the message into self-centeredness.

6 Ways to Incorporate Sustainability Into Your Summer

My sustainability journey really began in January 2020. I was watching a BestDressed YouTube video when she explained why she thrifts much of her clothing. It intrigued me that a majority of her fabulous collection was secondhand. I couldn’t believe that you could be so fashionable and environmentally ethical. This shock led me to research just how much of an impact fast fashion has on the environment. And I made the decision to only thrift my clothes for a whole year.

Choosing People Who Choose You

I swear I’m not trying to flex when I say this, but my heart is a little too big. By that I mean, it’s too open and available. All it takes is one positive interaction for me to care about someone and to invest in their feelings towards me. The problem with keeping a “For Rent” sign on your heart is that you remain in a constant state of instability and unease.

10 Books You Should Read This Spring

Spring, to me, is opening up a novel while sitting on a crisp picnic blanket in the park. It’s being one with nature and focusing on the worlds and characters that lie within the pages in a book rather than a black screen. If this is spring for you, we’re soul sisters! You may be thinking, “But Dom, I don’t have any books to read!” To that I say, have no fear, below I have provided you with ten novels you need to read this spring. Break out the picnic blanket, snacks, and one of these books! Spring has sprung!