I’ve been photographing my outfits on and off since March of 2007; the resulting Flickr set is over two and a half years of the good, the bad, and the OMGwhatwasIthinking? It shows that I wear the same things over and over again, and also that I tend to buy some pieces in bulk (hello, multiple pairs of the exact same jeans).

In other words, I have A Look.

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It’s fall, so it’s time to bust out the boots; a great pair of flat boots is an investment worth making. Flat boots are comfortable and practical and super cute. And they go with everything.

Now you’re skeptical, aren’t you? But really, you can wear your flat boots with pretty much anything in your closet.

Hartford Tall Boot, Ann Taylor Loft, $168

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This fall, cardigans are everywhere. A great cardi is a simple way to update your wardrobe; cardigans are practical and versatile, so this is one trend that will last beyond this year. Choose a silhouette that works both for your body (wraps are great for curvy girls) and your closet (a slightly dressier sweater is terrific with both jeans and a skirt).

Here are five great options, all for under $100 — wear them for dress and casual, day and night; layer them over other sweaters or tees or blouses. A long sweater coat over a turtleneck and jeans is a great weekend look; for work, wear the same sweater over a dress or skirt and blouse. Add a belt or a pin to give your cardi a personality.

Which cardigan will you opt for? I want them all!

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I have to confess: I sleep in a pair of yoga pants that I bought between pregnancies and a men’s undershirt. The pants are stretched out, the tees are slim but not tight, and both pieces are super soft.

It’s fine for getting in bed and going to sleep, but it’s not exactly pretty. Or presentable.

The holidays are just around the corner, which raises the odds that you’ll find yourself making coffee for your inlaws in whatever it was that you slept in. Instead of scrambling around trying to get dressed or covering up in a bathrobe that’s older than your marriage, invest in some new lounge wear this fall.

Victoria’s Secret is having a sale — and no, I’m not suggesting that you make eggs in a WonderBra. Skip sexy and opt for cozy, with this great cashmere blend wrap. Available in ten shades, it can be styled six different ways. Or just wrapped around you like a snuggly blanket.

Soft and Sexy Wrap, originally $58, now $39

Layer your snuggly wrap over a pair of soft, stretchy pants; opt for a drawstring or wide elastic waistband for comfort, but don’t go too low waisted — you’re looking for pajamas that can leave the bedroom.

Gap Supersoft Cropped Pants, $34.50

Add a pretty tee, one that covers everything up, and you’re all set. This one, from Old Navy, comes in eight colors and has a sweet lace trim. These tees are on sale now for $2.99 - $4.99.

Old Navy Lace Trimmed Lounge Tee, originally $10.50

No matter how cute your lounge wear is, don’t fool yourself into thinking that you can leave the house in it — these are still pajamas, after all. But for those long days when getting dressed just doesn’t seem all that important, treat yourself to something cozy and pretty — and then while away the day curled up on the sofa in your comfiest jammies.

I have a hair appointment next week; as usual, I am obsessing about what I will have my stylist do for me. My hair is already short, so my options are sort of limited. This time, we’re doing color — I’m going darker, which is a new thing for me. I’m really excited.

My hair is an important part of my look; I’m That Girl with the Pixie Cut. I live in a part of the country where big hair is still the norm, so having short hair here is a statement. What does my hair say about me? Lots of things, starting with I am lazy, and also I am styling challenged. The trick, of course, is to get a cut that says something more than that, though — like I’m edgy or quirky or unconventional.

This is my dream hair. Although part of the dream would be looking like Michelle Williams.

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