Outfits Not Just Clothes

 The warm weather just keeps hanging on, so even though we are now officially into autumn I'm still outfitting with shorts both for work and casually.  In my last post I added a cardigan to a transitional look with shorts. Here, I've paired a printed button-down with a loose linen-blend trouser short for a more formal feel.  For rolled sleeves here, I flipped up the cuffs and worked them up to the elbow, and then did another fold over above the elbow to secure them. This method is great for silkier/slippery fabric.  Buzzy buzzy bees in some psychedelic shades. shirt-J.Crew(similar here ), shorts- Old Navy , sunnies-Kate Spade(similar here ), loafers-Anne Klein(similar here ), ring-Jewel Mint(available via Poshmark here ), watch-Wenger(similar here ) On a side note, the brand of Jewelmint, has taken quite a turn in the past decade. What started as a subscription-based jewelry brand backed by a celebrity is now a faith-based jewelry company offering necklaces with "W...

 This winter just won't quit! I've been staying cozy indoors in fleece-lined leggings and oversized sweaters.  But we were able earlier this week to venture out of doors for another sweater weather OOTD! These boots have definitely seen a LOT of action this season! sweater- Mango , dress- Amazon , headband- Anthropologie , necklaces- Benevolence LA & Merjui , watch- Wenger , ring- Merjuri , boots-Sorel(similar here ), leggings- Athleivate In this post I styled this cozy comfy sweater with jeans, a pea coat, and fedora.  But as you can see the snow is melting and  I've layered this fringed beauty over a maxi-dress and deployed a headband.  It's been over a year since I've had a hair cut and I've somewhat embraced the longer length, but mostly I find myself piling my hair into a messy bun. Love how this headband gives it more of a "done" feel.  Another thing I love about this outfit is of course, the pockets, and also the subtle drama that comes wi...

coat-H&M(similar here ), sweater-Banana Republic(more options here ), pants-Zara(similar here ), necklace- Benevolence LA , bag- Shiraleah , boots-Nordstrom(similar here ), watch-Wenger(similar here) I always seem to pair this coat with stripes, seen here and here . And it's just a great go-to piece to pull together any fall outfit. Here, I'm channeling some punk, some androgyny, and some preppy vibes, in a neutral color palette.   

  leather jacket- TopShop via Nordstrom , sweatshirt- Hanes , button-down-Wildfang(more options here ), leggings-Zara(similar here ), ring- Skelton Jewelry , watch-Wenger(more options here ), sneakers- H&M I featured this jacket here in an autumnal purchase post. Now that fall has finally arrived I'm layering it with this button-down tunic and unisex sweatshirt. In years past I would have stayed true to the punk rock aesthetic of this jacket pairing it with tough and edgy pieces.  But, we are living in strange times and I'm loving the sporty mix added by this sweatshirt, leggings, and sneakers. To be fair, there really is no wrong way to wear a leather jacket, this time of year, right? 😁😜😉🍂 For more thoughts on leather jackets (and trench coats) check out this write-up here ! Also, the background of these shots is a mural outside of the Brew House Artists Lofts in the South Side .