By Michelle Thompson
Hooray for Fall Fashion! One of my favorite and hottest trends of the season is everything GRAY!!! This is one trend that you will definitely want to embrace, and here are some affordable, local and online options to get you wardrobe-ready to step into fall.
1. This belt was actually a birthday gift given  to me earlier this month from a dear friend. It is from Francesca’s Collections at Pinnacle Promenade. Add this versatile belt to a tunic, or dress to give your go-to basics a fun new look.

2. These boots are so darling and easy on the pocket book. They are from Newport News, and are on sale right now for $59.

3. Oh, this is such a gorgeous shoe. It caught my eye from across the department store. This is a statement shoe, so show it off when you wear it.  This shoe would look great paired with a dress, skinny jeans, or leggings. These ruffled beauties are from Dillard’s.

4. This boot is also two trends in one. The lace-up bootie will be everywhere this season. There are all kinds of different options, but this one is the perfect color for the season.

5. This sweater (click here to see this beauty) is gorgeous and flattering on…perfect for everyone. It’s also darling belted for a more figure-flattering silhouette. It is at Express for $79.
6. This mixed chain necklace (click here to see this great necklace with four unique vintage brooches) is a bit of a splurge, but makes a bold statement. It will truly take a plain outfit to a WOW outfit. It is from Stella and Dot for $198.
One other fabulous find I have recently stumbled upon is Belle Boutique in Rogers. They follow all the great clothing trends at affordable prices. I just bought these $20, fabulous shoes for a Girl’s Night. They were half off, but even the items that aren’t on sale are priced well. They also have great handbags, jewelry and great men’s lines as well. Their denim line is also wonderful; I just bought a pair of boyfriend jeans that are sure to be my favorite this Fall.

Michelle Thompson is mom to two beautiful daughters, Macy and Brooklyn, and is nwaMotherlode’s Fashion Mama editor. Look for new articles from Michelle on the last Friday of the month. To read more about this local fashionista/mom/marathon runner, click here. To read her previous articles, click here.

Yes, I am delving in with a bathing suit!
butterfly and bright colors are also so much more fun then just a plain black one-piece that a lot of women find themselves wearing.
My next vacation find is also another Old Navy steal.
1. The second I saw these amazing wedges I couldn’t wait to share them with you all.
2. This is truly a romper for all body types.
way through with it’s lovely Hibiscus print and bronzy, metallic background.
4. This is the perfect dress for your summer getaway to the
5. I went to the NWA Boutique Show last weekend, and truly ladies if you can make this event the next time it is here, you must take advantage of it.
6. Okay, I know this is just one more metallic sandal, but it was just too cute to pass up.















