Yesterday was such a lovely day in New York. Fall was upon us once again and I took full advantage of the crisp, sunny weather. I spent most of the day with one of my best friends, Allie from Swatchbook, and her pup Frankie, wandering around Central Park admiring the colors of the changing leaves. To see photos of my outfit, and her adorable pooch, click below!
When it’s raining outside, what’s better than pulling on your rain boots, popping open your umbrella and jumping in puddles all day? Click below to see my rainy day photos!Read more
Tuesday night I met up with some friends at the Armani/Casa store in Soho for a party thrown by Elle Decor, hosted by EIC, Margaret Russell, and John Mayer! I was so convinced he was going to sing, but sadly he never did. Two of my friends got their photo taken with him though! Anyway, it was a very lovely, glamorous party and I had a great time. I love this dress, which I got at a sample sale event a couple years ago, but I usually wear it during the warmer months, with no tights and peep-toed nude heels. So, seeing that it was extremely chilly out that night and the wind was blowing like crazy, I took the opportunity to try wearing basic black tights with it instead. Lastly, I knew I wanted to add a little bling to my look, so I topped off my outfit with my go-to piece for instant glitz, which is my trusty multi-layered chain necklace from Buffalo Exchange. Works like a charm, every time!
My Outfit:
Blazer: H&M
Necklace: Buffalo Exchange
Dress: Debra Rodman
Tights: ?
Shoes: F21
Bracelet: (Actually a necklace) H&M
I’m back from my Brooklyn breakfast date with Jess and feeling rejuvenated and ready to work, just like I always do whenever I am finished hanging out with this inspirational go-get-’em girl. This morning it was a cool 55 degrees so I felt the need to break out my new wool gray tights. As per usual, my outfit usually develops from one item in particular—today, tights being said item—and so I decided to rock my plaid “winter shorts” with my tall suede equestrian-esque boots. The forecast said it would gradually get warmer, so I opted for no coat, but threw on a wool pinstripe blazer and turtleneck instead, along with my favorite red plaid Christmas scarf to give the muted outfit a pop of color. I popped on the hat for an added touch for fun. I meant to take more detail shots, but my camera battery started to die, but can you see the two patterns of the jacket and shorts against each other? I like the contrast of the three color palettes—red, gray and light tan—mixed together, and the plaid versus stripe. Man, I love pattern mixing.
Click below to read more about my outfit and to see some cute shots of a sweet breakfast treat and the fabulous blogger behind What I Wore!
Okay, I am up to six different outfits that include this dress as the main piece. I dug this little maroon caplet/cropped blazer from the depths of my closet and went the retro route again. I pinned an over-sized silk flower to my jacket, which made me feel very 1940s. Loved it!
These four photos show the evolution of the outfit, and how I tweaked it bit by bit. First adding gloves and then the final touch, a simple black belt. So, tell me, what’s your favorite version? Hope you all had a lovely weekend, and Happy Columbus day!
P.S. Stay tuned later today to see all six outfits!
My Outfit:
Sunglasses:Vintage from 20Twenty
Necklace: Grandmother’s vintage watch on chain
Dress: Vintage, thrifted from Buffalo Exchange
Belt: F21
Flower: H&M
Caplet/Blazer: F21
Gloves: H&M
Tights: ?
Shoes: Vintage Ferragamo heels, thrifted from Beacon’s Closet
Folks, it’s official. I finally bought my very own pair of red tights! I have been searching for a pair for quite some time and then as I walked past an American Apparel last night and found exactly what I was looking for. As you know, I have been having the best time remixing this dress, so I of course had to immediately try the two of them together. What a smashing contrast! I borrowed my roommates new coat/trench and accented with my mustard-colored purse. Don’t you think the headscarf and over-sized glasses give it a 1950s/politician’s wife feel? Very patriotic, indeed!
My Outfit:
Scarf: NafNaf in Paris
Sunglasses: Vintage, 20twenty in Ballard
Coat: Roomies!
Dress: Vintage, thrifted from Buffalo Exchange
Belt: Thrifted, somewhere in the west village (?)
Necklace: Grandmother’s vintage watch on chain
Tights: American Apparel
Shoes: Jenni Kayne, gift from BFF
Bag: Coach
Yet another way to wear this fabulous dress, which I had sort of chalked up to being only a summertime sundress. I was pleasantly surprised to discover that it goes with a lot in my closet and fares well when worn with layers. At first I wasn’t sure how this outfit would photograph, but after looking at the photos a few times and studying the contrast of the varying blues and tans, which I found aesthetically pleasing to the eye, I found the whole look really refreshing.The hair, sunglasses and corduroy jacket give it a sort of 1940s feel, with a modern twist. What do you guys think?
My Outfit:
Sunglasses: Fred Flare
Necklace: Grandmother’s vintage watch on chain
Dress: Thrifted from Buffalo Exchange
Shirt: F21
Blazer: Thrifted from Beacon’s Closet
Belt: F21
Shoes: F21
Happy Friday!
