Outfits Not Just Clothes

jacket-Forever 21(similar here ), shirt/collar-Asos(similarish here and here ), pants- Uniqlo , loafers- Zara , socks-Target(similar here ) This outfit is featuring some classic pieces from past posts seen, here and here  and is giving androgynous-chic-realness!!!! I'm mixing things up a bit with this knit moto-jacket for a more casual take on this tux-front shirt and tweed trousers. Normally, I would have gone with a standard black velvet blazer, but on a practical note, it's much easier to layer a knit under a winter coat, which makes this jacket function more like a cardigan. FYI, I was pretty chilly during these shots. My husband was holding my Columbia Sportswear coat, last seen here ! 

You may recall that I started another year of no shopping back in September, that doesn't mean I'm not in the market for some Christmas-time gift giving! Here are a few items from the wish list I sent Santa! Zara The blouse isn't my usual style, but frilly sleeves and whimsical silhouettes aren't going anywhere for a while, so I may as well dip my toe in, so to speak!  Selfridges And I'm thinking this blazer would be the perfect topper to a romantic blouse, and speaks more to my outfitting wheelhouse.  Moop I've been eyeing up Moop bags for years, but have never taken the plunge, which is a shame because it's a local Pittsburgh business that I should support. I love this Porter bag because it's huge, versatile, and simply chic. Vans I just recently discovered these unisex and waterproof sneakers! I mean you had me at waterproof, right?  I'm thinking none of these items will be under my tree Christmas morning, BUT I r

wrap- American Apparel , dress-Banana Republic(similar here ), skirt- LuLa Roe , necklace-Gifted(similar here from The Limited ), gloves-Target(similar here ), boots-DSW(similar here ) In my last post I was all pinks, plaids, and florals, for THIS holiday outfit it's all about minimal greys and silvers. That's the great thing about festive dressing, you can go crazy with print mixing, or you can keep things simple, yet chic. Whatever route you take, please please, make it warm one. At a recent holiday party I saw a younger woman wearing a lace dress without tights! Oh honey, maybe it's just the wisdom that comes with age, but no ensemble is worth freezing over! 

jacket- Le Tote , dress/necklace-Anthropologie(similarish here  and here ), boots-Zara(similar here ), gloves-Neiman Marcus(similar here ), cuff-Vintage I bought this dress last spring on super-sale and have been keeping it "on hold" to wear this holiday season. The pink-and-grey plaid is festive without being obnoxious, and this floral bomber from Le Tote was the perfect topper! There's definitely a Pink Lady vibe going on here, which is a fun contrast to the feminine/preppy plaid. I pushed this look toward the harder edges with the cuff and studded gloves. But, the big takeaway from this ensemble is that there are no limits to creativity for holiday dressing. Sure, you can go the red n' green route, but if you want to really push your style aesthetic then try for the unexpected, yet keep things fun and festive! Need inspiration? Then check out some of my past holiday dressing posts: here , here , and here ! On a

sweater- Le Tote , trousers-Zara(similar here ), tee- Gap , scarf-J.Crew Factory(similar here ), boots-Shoe Mint(similar from Zara here ) necklace- chloe + isabel , watch-Michael Kors(similar here ) This "varsity" sweater on loan from Le Tote perfectly matched up with these athleisure trousers from Zara  for a preppy, androgynous chic outfit! The checkered infinity scarf kept the black and ivory color theme going, and combat-style boots gave the overall look some edge. So while, this ensemble seems pretty simple, there's really a lot of wonderful style elements happening, plus is was super comfortable and flattering, if I do say so myself!