Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens

Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens

Brown paper packages tied up with strings

These are a few of my favorite things...

"My Favorite Things,"

Rodgers and Hammerstein

From The Sound of Music

I am and always have been the kind of shopper and self-proclaimed "clothes junkie"  who begins to plan the wardrobe for the next season when she is still in the current season.  I like to prepare and plot out a very calculated attack on my wardrobe in regards to what is essential to have and what I can do without.  This Summer's miserable heat wave has been no match for my desire to cultivate my Fall wardrobe  early.  When most females have been thinking about swimsuits and sundresses, I have been dreaming of chunky knits and military inspired jackets.  I am absolutely, positively crazy for clothes and anyone who knows me, or works with me in the shop, can attest to that.  I may or may not have danced a jig recently when our FedEx driver Badr brought our delivery of Quiksilver Girl Fall.  I was born this way, I honestly cannot help it.


My passion for styling and fashion is something that truly inspires me everyday and I love to share it with others, which is why I have developed a list of five trends for Fall that I feel every woman, fashion obsessed or not, should be aware of and if possible include these pieces in their wardrobes!  All of the items shown below can be purchased at Whalebone Urban Surf!




1.  Military-Inspired Jacket

I absolutely LOVE the Retro Wave Parka by Quiksilver for $99.50.  Perfect paired with a feminine dress and combat boots.  It is a perfect piece if you want to mix a more edgy, masculine look with something more delicate or feminine like a flowy dress or blouse.


2.  Classic Denim Shirt

The Quiksilver Third Bay for $59.50 is pure perfection paired with a bohemian dress or even a skinny jean.  Nothing says casual chic more than a denim shirt.  It is easy to wear, practical and most of all timeless.  This shirt will stay in your closet for years.

3. Boyfriend Cardigan

Quiksilver Girl's Blanket Boyfriend Cardigan, $64.50,  is a necessity this Fall.  It has a wonderful over-sized fit, that looks great paired with a skinny pant and some fun flat boots.  The stripes make it fun and flirty at the same time.

4. Anything and Everything FLORAL

Volcom's floral printed V.Co-Logical Tank for $32 is the perfect transitional tank for Fall.  Great worn under a cardigan or even worn alone with a bandeau underneath.  The muted colors make this floral under stated, thus still staying edgy!

5. Blanket Sweater

Everyone seems to be making a cozy blanket sweater this year.  I have to say that Billabong's take on the sweater is my personal favorite.  The Love Letter open front sweater, $79.50,  with yarn detail is super comfy and great worn with a V-Neck tank and some jeans.

Those 5 items are just some of the many things that I think are vital to have in your wardrobe this Fall.  Whether you are a freak of fashion nature like myself, or you just want clothes that are accessible and wearable, remember that dressing is a way of life, so have fun with it!  Whalebone Urban Surf as well as our other locations in Nags Head and Virginia Beach are ready to have fun with you!


Stay chic always,

Allie