Outfits Not Just Clothes

 The days are getting warmer, but I can't seem to let go of sweaters, just yet... especially after scoring some great thrifted XL men's sweater vests.  blouse-Gap(more options here ), sweater vest/locket necklace-Thrifted, jodhpurs-Asos(similarish here ), boots-L.L. Bean(similar here ), rings- Mejuri , sunnies-Ralph Lauren(similar here ) Again, I'm giving you some equestrian-English-countryside realness as seen in this post.  And how could I not with these amazing jodhpurs, which have quite a historical place on this blog first appearing all the way back in 2011 !!! Which just goes to show a quality piece will stand the test of time.  As for the rest of this look, I paired a very ladylike blouse with this men's sweater vest and kept the rugged vibe of the jodhpurs going in these pull-on work boots, while keeping the jewelry a bit more romantic. I think that's why I'm so drawn to this aesthetic, it's the mix of rugged and romantic like a classic novel set on ...

 As we inch closer and closer to spring, the days can still be chilly and spring time sweater dressing is in full effect! coat-Asos(similar here ), sweater-Thrifted, dress-Landsend(similar here ), boots-DSW(similar here ), pin- Shiny Apple ring- Mejuri , bracelet- BaYou with Love I'm channeling some English Countryside Equestrian vibes in this OOTD. You may think the from-across-the-pond aesthetic is exclusive to fall, but early spring, when things are still bare, yet bright is also a time of earth tones, plaids, and texture. Just like fall, spring is also a season for strategic layering and transitions. This cherry blossom pin is a small gesture towards the lush season to come.  Once May hits then we'll see more traditional spring style--pastels, florals, etc. For now, bring on the sweaters, boots, and classic outerwear. 

Even with working from home I always try to get dressed in some way every morning. Whether it's activewear, jeans and a tee, or some coordinated loungewear, as seen in this post !   coat/sneakers-H&M(similar here and here ), sweatshirt- Hanes , sweatpants-Old Navy(similarish here ), jewelry- Mejuri This outfit was inspired by this Who What Wear article  from last month. The basic outfit formula is a matching loungewear set with a tailored overcoat and boots. I reinterpeted the footwear option and swapped in sneakers with the warmer and less wet weather. I also added in some gold jewelry and lipstick to elevate the overall look.  Last year around this time , my outfitting was VERY different consisting mostly of androgynous work wear and subdued-hued dresses.  But as we have all come to learn, a lot can change in a year, and I think how we dress reflects those changes more than ever. As winter starts to wind down and things start opening up I hope to embrace ...

 Last week I featured an orange puffer jacket with an activewear matching set here . In this OOTD I'm sporting an orange blazer and mixing things up with workwear over joggers and sneakers.    blazer-J.Crew(similarish here ), shirt-Gap(more options here ), joggers-Columbia Sportswear(more options here ), sunglasses-Ralph Lauren(similar here ), socks- Target , sneakers-Zara(similar here ), ring- Mejuri I kind of have a thing for wearing orange in March, as seen here . I find it such a vibrant and bold color to wear for sprinter (spring/winter). Beyond the season, a good orange can elevate basics, while making statement pieces stand out even more. For this outfit I switched up the expectations by styling a novelty print button-down and tailored blazer with hiking joggers and colorblock sneakers. It's a bit of a mullet look--quirky business up top, urban hike on the bottom. With working from home, I've definitely re-evaluated weekday outfitting, trying to still be stylish wi...