Holy Cow, it has been a busy couple of weeks. My son started kindergarten two weeks ago and soccer started right after (he had his first game this morning). In addition, we had one last meltingly hot week before the end of summer and had to head to the coast last week to stay cool because it was 106 degrees for several days straight, with no cooling relief in sight. I have also been working hard at the new job, and working out like a mad woman. I am currently training for a triathlon, which is awesome. We have decided which triathlon will be our first, but there are many to choose from. In the meantime we plan on participating in some local 5K races while we decide.

I don’t know how many of you watch Bill Mahr on HBO, but he had the president of PETA on his show last week and I send out many kudos to her, because she finally voiced what many of us have been saying talking about regarding reducing Global Warming . . . YOU CANNOT BE AN ENVIRONMENTALIST AND STILL EAT MEAT! If you care about the planet and global warming and living sustainably and ensuring that no person goes hungry, then human’s must stop their carnivorous love affair with meat, period. The amount of resources utilized and pollutants emitted in the name of factory farming that occurs in the United States is scandalous. Okay so this is my rant for the week, now on to the lighter side of life, fashion.

I have continued my endless search for fabulous winter coats. I have found some of the most fabulous coats and haven’t forget about those of you looking for nice, fashionable pants suits and fabulous flat vegan velvety-styled boots.

For today, I have a few very fashionable coats and some shoes that are too cute for words (almost;) after all do we ever really run out of words).

Oh, how I love this gorgeous Dolce and Gabana Blazer. It is sooo cozy looking. It is like being wrapped in a big hug and I can imagine wearing on one of the super cold days when you aren’t feeling your best. This blazer looks like it would keep you comfy and warm, and yet it is still cute with the black and white coloring and slimming lines.

I really love this Erico Mandelli Mid-Length Jacket. I don’t normally like puffy jackets, but this one is so fitted with a great cut, that I have made an exception for it. This jacket could definitely be worn from coast to coast and provide protection from brutal winter winds.

How totally chic is this gorgeous Y’s Yohji Yamamoto Coat? This coat definitely commands attention and is so classic that it will never go out of style. Love it.

For those of us who live in climits that aren’t so cold that we can put fashion before functionality, I have found some of the absolute most adorable retro-styled coats that will add that extra fashionable layer to your outfit. I so love this European Culture Mid-length Jacket. It is sooo cute. The cut is so fun and the color is a beautiful neutral that would be perfect with dark wash jeans or black slacks. Oh, it might even be fab paired with a mid to dark grey.

I also love this Bande Originale Full-length Jacket. Fitted at the waist to show off (or create) that hour glass shape, this jacket is feminine and fashionable and is appropriate for work and play.

Finally, we have this gorgeous Golden Goose Blazer. I love the collar and the color. It is so perfect for wearing out in the evening. I think this jacket actually belongs in my closet . . . I wonder if my DH would agree?

Already found the perfect winter coat (not likely, but possible)? This is certainly not an easy task to find a warm, functional, fashionable coat with down, cashmere, silk, or wool. But if you are one of the lucky few, never fear, I have also found some adorable, easy to wear shoes that are great for those of us who do a lot of walking in our day-to-day lives.

I love these Report Vaughn Ballet Style shoes. I really love the color and the quilted texturing. These shoes would be perfect for me to wear to work.

OMG, I love these Naturalizer Kiersten Boots. There are such a great simple design. They would be perfect with just about everything and I have totally been on the hunt for a great simple new pair of boots. The heel even looks like it is low enough for me to wear to work and the fact that it is a thicker heel, would make them comfortable to walk long distances in. The price tag is reasonable at $84.99. Hmm, I think a pair in both brown and black would be perfect.

Hope you all are having a great weekend. Bare with me, I am doing my best to bring you super great vegan fashions, I am just trying to adjust to the new schedule and work in work, family time, working out, and school. But it is starting to come together, so expect more frequent, regular posts. It is getting to be time for some great vegan events planning posts soon, being that we are entering one of the biggest party seasons of the year.