Outfits Not Just Clothes

I don't know friends, is this even an outfit or just clothes? I think the holiday stress, cold weather, and just general malaise has worn down this outfitter into a woman who is just wearing clothes... can it be real? You make the call.      coat-Nordstrom(similar here ), vest-LL Bean(similar here ) dress- Universal Standard , sunnies-Versace(more options here ), tired necklace-J.Crew Factory(similar here ), necklace/bracelets-- Slide Jewels, bag- Herschel , boots- DSW Individually all of these pieces feel stylish. The sweater dress is a neutral basic, but still relatively chic. The coat is a classic wardrobe staple (featured here and here ). The vest is a quality item that provides interesting layers and textures. The jewelry provides polish, while the boots are fun, trending, and provide a contrasting aesthetic to the overall look. The bag I will admit doesn't feel "right" I thought maybe it works color-wise with the coat (perhaps in a more casual look). I just do...

 Here before we head out for the holiday are some pics of my go-to striped fall sweater that I got last year that subtly plays in the rugby trend of this year. Look at me being all clairvoyant.  coat/ pants -Nordstrom(similar coat  here ), sweater-Anthropologie(similar here and here ), boots-Nordstrom (similar here and here ) sunnies-Versace(more options here ), bag- DSW , pins-- Etsy seller The Hawk and The Oak , bracelet/rings- Ana Luisa A couple of things to note. First, yes, I did recently post the exact same sweater and trouser pairing here . However, as we move into colder days I really like the color combinations going on with adding the purple coat and boots.   Second, this bag was a promotional gift, but I customized it and "falled-it-up" with these adorable pins from T he Hawk and The Oak  highly recommend picking up some of their wares for stocking stuffers this season.  Third, this it not the first time this checkerboard has been featured...

This is the third post in a row we shot at this park near our house. This grove of trees and the light was giving all of the warm and fuzzy fall feels.  This outfit started with an outfit formula of statement blouse, wide-leg pants, & sneakers. From there the weather really dictated the rest of the look with some outerwear, a cozy beanie, and  fingerless mittens.  blazer-Gap(similar here ), blouse- Anthropologie , jeans-Banana Republic(similar here ), sneakers-Zara(similar here ), hat-similar here from Poshmark , handwarmer--similar options here on Etsy All but one of these pieces has been in my closet for several+ years. I treated myself to this blouse for my birthday in September and I think it may make for a great evening out top, or would that be too on the nose? Here is the earliest post I can find with this blazer, check out the hair! 

 The volume for this year's Halloween was turned up all the way! And now it seems we're ramping right up for Xmas. But there's still some fall to be had and while this look might not immediately bring you autumnal vibes, it does have a bit of a dark romance that fits with the darker days of daylight savings.  blazer-Ines de la Fressange X Uniqlo(similar here ), shirt-Anthropologie(similar here and here ), trousers-Banana Republic(similar here and here ), sunnies-Versace(similar here ), necklace/bracelet- Slide Jewelry   I first featured these pants in this post  styled similarly with a patterned blouse and tailored outerwear. Here, I feel this is a more romantic take, which how can it not be with this velvet blazer. Sadly, Uniqlo is no longer making collections with Ines de la Fressange. But wonderfully Banana Republic Factory is having a HUGE sale check out suiting here .  Also, I'm wearing another necklace and bracelet set from Slide Jewelry. If you would li...