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A Morning at Butler’s Orchard

Happy Halloween!

Truth be told, I’m not a huge fan of Halloween. However, pumpkin patches are definitely something I can get behind. Is it really fall unless you’ve picked a pumpkin out of the field, eaten some farm-fresh apples, and enjoyed the crisp fall air with a friend?

In college, I loved going to Carter’s Mountain Orchard in October to pick some apples off the trees, enjoy their famous apple cider donuts, and take in the stunning views of Virginia’s Blue Ridge. So when Kristyn suggested we head up to Butler’s Orchard for a morning of fall fun, there was no need to twist my arm!

A quick 45-minute drive from DC, Butler’s Orchard fills up fast—especially the weekend before Halloween!—so Kristyn and I hit the road early and were there by the 9:30 am opening. We had the pumpkin patch all to ourselves, and had the first pass at the apples and desserts in the red barn that serves as Butler’s Orchard’s Farm Market. On Kristyn’s recommendation, I came home with a delicious take-and-bake country cinnamon apple pie, Monterey jack queso, and the best pink lady apples I’ve ever had.

 

butlers orchard review

butlers orchard review

butlers orchard review

butlers orchard review

butlers orchard review

butlers orchard review

Ours was a quick trip—we were back in DC by noon after enjoying some Chick Fil A on the way home. But y’all, there’s just something about getting out to breathe some fresh country air, you know?

Since the weather was typical fall on Saturday—aka cold in the morning, but 75 by mid-day—I opted for this LOFT Side Tie Poncho. For colder days, I plan to layer my favorite striped tee (only $20!) underneath, but for Saturday’s transitional weather, a white tank top did the trick. It’s no secret I wear white jeans year round, and I seem to love wearing them to pumpkin patches especially, so that’s exactly what I opted for this go-round. And while the weather is still warmish, these Vince Camuto Peera Cutout Booties are on repeat. I am dreading the days when it’s just too darn cold to wear cutout shoes!

Have you made it to a pumpkin patch this year yet? Let me know in the comments below! x

butlers orchard review

butlers orchard review

*** SHOP THIS POST ***
LOFT Side Tie Poncho
LOFT Modern Skinny White Jeans—similar here
Vince Camuto Peera Cutout Bootie
Vera Bradley Lydia Satchel c/o
Ray Ban Original Aviators
OPI Grape Gum Shellac

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Photos by Kristyn

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11 Comments

  1. Alissa wrote:

    I live about 15 minutes from Butler’s!!! Haven’t been there yet this year which is just wrong lol need to go soon! That is the perfect pumpkin patch outfit!

    Alissa
    Naturally Me
    http://www.naturallymeblog.com/

    Published 10.31.16
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    • Katie wrote:

      So fun! They have so many good food items, I would be there every day!

      Published 11.2.16
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  2. Kristyn wrote:

    It was such a fun morning!! So glad we made the trek out there. Love how your photos turned out! Xo

    Kristyn

    Published 10.31.16
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    • Katie wrote:

      So glad we were able to go together! Loved spending time with you :] xo

      Published 11.2.16
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  3. Oh I love that sweater, I think I need it!!

    Xx Taylor
    http://lightscameracatwalk.com

    Published 10.31.16
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    • Katie wrote:

      It’s worth every penny!

      Published 11.2.16
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  4. Gentry wrote:

    Goodness this just looks like the best way to spend the day!! Loving your cozy poncho and booties! Also- how did you manage to keep your white jeans clean at a pumpkin patch?! You’re a magician! 🙂

    Published 11.1.16
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    • Katie wrote:

      Eek! These are my tried and true white jeans, they may as well be stain resistant!

      Published 11.2.16
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  5. Sarah wrote:

    My friend and I went to Butler’s Orchard earlier this fall and loved it (I used to go there all the time growing up!). Wish I had known about that queso!!

    xo,
    Sarah
    http://www.dctoat.com

    Published 11.1.16
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    • Katie wrote:

      So yummy! Now you know for next time :]

      Published 11.2.16
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  6. Rachel wrote:

    What a cool place! Seems like a fab escape from city life for the day!

    Published 11.13.16
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