Of all the cities we had on our list of possibilities as we planned our trip to Italy, Venice seemed like one we just couldn't pass up. It's one of those places that you have to visit if you get the chance, and I'm so glad we did. It did not disappoint!

As small business owners, our lives are always about work. But after our conference in Milan, I decided we needed a few days of fun. We of course continued to talk work throughout the rest of the trip, but because we were free and having fun, a lot of great ideas came to be.

We've been back for a few weeks now, and it's even been long enough for me to start wondering if it was all a dream. :) It wasn't. But it really was such a dreamy trip. When we booked our flights for Italy it felt surreal, but boarding our plane is when it started to really set in.

So- its funny to have such perfect pictures on the blog today and have real life currently feeling completely opposite right now. I'd wear that outfit right now as I speak- but picture bloodshot eyes and huge bags under them.

Well, I'd love to say we had a relaxing weekend and I'm ready to tackle my Monday today. But thankfully we had a CRAZY weekend and I'm starting this week drowning. Our Holiday sale killed us and I'm just amazed- amazed at the success that we are being blessed with.

Yes, you can wear your colored skinny jeans into Fall- even the cropped ones. A cropped jean pairs perfectly with ankle boots and is even hidden when you worn under tall boots.

Are you wearing plaid yet this Fall? I am loving all kinds of plaid- especially button up shirts. This top is a little country with it's Western cut and and a little bit masculine with it's small plaid print.