Fall Wishlist

To keep frivolous spending at bay, while still satisfying my yen for browsing/shopping, I like to make lists (I'm not unique in this, I'm sure) of the items that will round of my Fall/Winter wardrobe nicely. Some are miscellaneous home items, as well. It's my list - I can do what I want, people.

• UGG or warm equivalent boots - Yes, I normally dislike UGGS and the women they're associated with, but they're so damn warm and these Chicago winters are so brutal. I've caved.
• Fitted black cardigan - I have many black cardigans, but none are quite right for work without making me look too casual or too LL Bean frumpy. This classic will accent outfits nicely. I'm thinking the J. Crew outlet will help me out.
• Versatile black dress - I have a few black dresses, but none are the right fabrication or style to be versatile enough for work occasions.
• Flannel Sheets - I haven't had them since I was a kid, but I'm craving them and they'll be great on frosty mornings!
• New Glasses - After Banjo chewed mine right before we went to Indy this weekend, I'm in need of a new pair (it's been a good 4 year run). So, Lens Crafters, here I come!
• New Flatware - I'm working with 3 spoons and a few tinny-tasting forks. It's time to get some new flatware, folks.
• Flannel PJs - Once it gets cold, my jersey pants will no longer cut it. I may have to go to LL Bean or something equally matronly for something warm and cozy.
• Rain Jacket with Removeable Fleece - After Banjo had at my Patagonia rain jacket and a year of smoking partying, and generally being a tool in the Cosco jacket my Dad got me for Christmas a few years back, I'm in need of something water (and beer?) resistant with a zip out fleecy liner.
• Gloves - As Chicago has redefined my understanding of "frigid," new gloves are in order so that my digits don't freaking fall off.
• Long Underwear (the silky kind) - Many friends have recommended this for my morning commute and, much like the UGGS situation, I think I need to heed this recommendation.
• Long-Sleeved Tissue Tees - Again, the J. Crew Outlet will likely help me out in this department.
• Fun Blazers and Cardigans for Work - A nice array of colors and weights will serve me well all year long. I'm especially loving cotton cardigans from Uniqlo and blazers from Boden and J. Crew.

I'm sure I'll add on to this list, but this is a good start for now.