October Edit
Hi friends!
Happy October – objectively, the best month of the year! When the leaves start to transition to the vibrant shades of yellow, orange, and red. When the air has a crisp to it, and the temp drops to the perfect temperature for a sweater & shorts, coffee in hand, sitting on a front porch. Clearly this is my favorite month.
I have recently been on the train of romanticizing my days; obviously not every day is perfect, and this world is broken. Yet, it is fun to find joy in the little things & the pretty things, so why should my month be any different?
Welcome to the October Edit curated by What’s Em Style—a mix of fall fashion 2025 trends, cozy home ideas, and seasonal staples to inspire your everyday life.
Color Scheme for October
This month’s palette feels warm, grounded, and timeless—perfect for everything from cozy nights in to fall outfit inspiration that makes you feel put together without trying too hard.
Chocolate Brown – rich, cozy, and always chic
Taupe – the ultimate neutral layering shade
Dark Olive Green – a nod to nature and fall foliage
Denim Blue – a classic that pairs with everything
Style Staples
With October’s shift in weather, I’m leaning into versatile layers and textures that feel both functional and chic. These are my top October style staples you’ll see everywhere in fall 2025 fashion:
Denim everything. Specifically, I’m envisioning denim button down coded outfits, & Canadian tuxedos for every occasion!
Brown & taupe sweaters. Sweater season is here, and I’m especially excited to wear a rich chocolate brown sweater that is oh so cozy.
Barn jacket. A little outside of my comfort zone, but barn jackets are a fall outerwear trend I could see reappearing in future month edits.
Suede. I’m obsessed with suede right now! I recently pinned the most divine suede jacket and a green suede bucket bag that is to die for.
Parke mockneck. When I imagine myself cozy in October, I’m wearing this sweatshirt! Click here to get one to match :)
Burgundy wine nails. A short manicure in a wine-burgundy shade screams October and ties in perfectly with this year’s fall nail color trends.
Home Must Haves
And because cozy vibes don’t stop at what I’m wearing, I’ve been loving ways to bring October home decor trends into my space. These little swaps can totally transform your fall atmosphere.
Wreath sashes. A fun and simple addition to your front door that makes guests feel instantly welcomed! I’ve been embroidering lots of college football sashes this fall—fill out this form if you’d like one!
The accent color green. Not just a pillow here and there—I’m talking about a comfy green accent chair, a cozy table runner, or a tasteful comforter for your master bed.
Antelope rug. Hands down my favorite purchase this fall! It’s neutral but patterned, adding a subtle statement without overwhelming the room. [Here’s the link to mine!]
A good espresso machine. Because nothing says cozy like a homemade latte on a crisp morning. This one is a dupe for the Breville but way more budget-friendly.
Wrapping It Up
October always feels like a fresh start—the perfect blend of cozy mornings, layered outfits, and evenings spent enjoying the little things. Whether it’s slipping into a suede jacket, curling up with an espresso in hand, or styling your home with this season’s trending accents, this month is all about leaning into comfort and beauty. I hope this October Edit inspires you to embrace the best of fall style and make your home a reflection of all the warmth this season brings. Here’s to a month filled with style, joy, and plenty of cozy moments worth romanticizing.
Is Daily Drills Worth It?
This past week on TikTok, I posted a 7 day series on wearing Daily Drills everyday this week just to see if I could do it with the items that I had in my closet. Here are my two cents on if Daily Drills is worth it based on this challenge…
In short, yes I think this brand is worth it – with some caveats! Daily Drills is a pricier lounge & lifestyle clothing brand started about 4 years ago by Mary Ralph Bradley & Kennedy Crichlow. I feel like this brand is worth it if you buy pieces that can have multipurpose use in your closet and if your personal style fits the brand. What do I mean by this?
Each item can range from $65 to upwards of $150. Thus, every piece you buy is an investment, so invest well. I personally think this brand is worth every penny, but I feel like I have invested in staple pieces that can be worn on more than one occasion. For example, in my TikTok series from this past week, I featured their Striped Cotton Long Sleeve twice – once as a throw over to go to work with their white trucker tee & white jeans, and another as a light casual pullover paired with my denim shorts. In one week, I was able to style one product in two different ways as work attire and casual wear.
To get the most out of this brand, I choose not to purchase on every drop that they have, but instead purchase pieces that I know can be worn in multiple seasons and on multiple occasions. Another example of this would be their classic Oversized Crewneck. This was the first item I ever purchased from Daily Drills, and probably my most worn! I adore my crewneck because it gives such an effortless look where I don’t feel frumpy or lazy. I wear this crewneck to the gym, to the airport, to work, as a pool coverup, and in every season!
Another caveat I have about purchasing Daily Drills is: it's worth it to purchase the colors you will actually wear. For example, most of my closet is filled with browns and blues; so if I were to purchase a bright red crewneck, it probably wouldn’t get worn and would probably not be worth it. I feel like 90% of the reason I feel like Daily Drills is worth the purchase is because of the colors I chose. Again… it’s all an investment, so invest well!
Here are my unsolicited tips for purchasing from Daily Drills –
Start with a crewneck in a color you will wear often! If you feel like you will wear light pink, then girl buy light pink! But, I would say start with a crew neck because you will never go wrong here, and you can wear it year round.
Don’t feel like you need to purchase on every drop they have! I feel like if you are wise with when you buy the pieces, then it wouldn’t feel like a waste of money because you are intentionally thinking through your purchase.
Don’t feel like you have to buy a set! Similar to the point above, just be intentional with when and how you spend your money. FOr example, I have multiple pieces that are a part of sets, but because I work full time in the office, I did not feel like the matching shorts would be a worthwhile investment to make because they would not have the same amount of wear as the top would.
Look into second hand! 50% of my Daily Drills items I own have been bought second hand, and I don’t regret it one bit!! I feel like this is a more cost-effective way to purchase Daily Drills. Look into Poshmark or Facebook Marketplace groups to see if anyone is selling something you’re interested in. I’m all for a good deal!
Steward your money intentionally & don’t compare! Going back to my main point in all of this, be wise with how you steward your money. Pause before purchasing. Ultimately, our money is the Lord’s, and it should be stewarded wisely. I’m not saying don’t shop nice brands, but I am saying be wise with when and how you intentionally spend. Like I said, it’s an investment! With that, don’t compare yourself or your closet to others. Comparison is the thief of joy!
I hope this was helpful! If you would like a list of items I have invested in, here are All Things Daily Drills! Also, check out my TikTok for how I styled my pieces this week.
XO,
Em
Your One Stop Shop For All Memorial Day Weekend Sales!
Happy Memorial Day Weekend friends!
I hope this weekend is filled with grill outs, cool drinks by the pool, & of course taking advantage of all of the MDW sales and deals! If you’re anything like me, you are sitting there wondering how the heck to know what is on sale and who is giving the best discounts. You’ve come to the right place! I am here to give you a one stop SHOP, if you will, for all of the best deals on Memorial Day Weekend. If you want to see and shop all of the clothing items on my wishlist this year, head on over to my ShopMy page!
Disclaimer: This post may contain some affiliate links which means I receive a small commission, at no cost to you, if you make a purchase from one of my links.
JCREW - Summer Kick-Off Event | Up to 50% off!
Aerie - ALL Aerie & AE | 30-70% off!
Madewell - The Memorial Day Event | 25% off + Extra 40% off sale items!
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Old Navy - 50% sale!
Target - Hello Summer Sale | Up to 40% off clothing and kitchen items! + More!
Anthropologie - Memorial Day Sale | Extra 40% off sale items!
Athleta - Up to 40% off ALL tees, tanks, shorts, and dresses!
Hill House - Sale on Sale | EXTRA20 code to get 20% off sale items!
Lulus - Memorial Day Warm-up | Extra 30% off sale items! Code: HOT30
Happy shopping everyone!
XOXO, Em
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