Outfits Not Just Clothes

It's a new year, a new month, a new season, but the same coat as seen my last two posts, here and here . I'm usually pretty dormant between Christmas and the end of January as the weather can be untenable, but here lately we've had a warmish streak. So here's the first outfit of 2026! hat--??? but here's something similar from Wooly Bear Knits ,  coat--Nordstrom(similar here ), dress--Anthropologie(similar here ), turtleneck-- Cuddl Duds , loafers--Madewell(similar here ), necklace--Banana Republic(similar here ) I've worn and posted this almost exact look about two years ago here . In fact this outfit was my first posting of the new 2024 year, I guess I'm becoming predictable, but in my last post I was questioning my style mojo, so returning to a look I know works and makes feel like I'm wearing an outfit, not just clothes can be kind of grounding, a reset of sorts.  

March is winding down and spring trends are ramping up. From last summer's outrageous Brat Green , which I never even attempted to incorporate into my style, this spring is seeing a resurgence of pastels and deeper tones. Here's my take on a monochromatic look with olive green and sage hues.  jacket--H&M(similar here ), shirt / pants --Uniqlo, sunnies--Versace(more options here ), necklace--Banana Republic(similarish here ), ring / bracelet -Ana Luisa, boots-Vince Camuto(similar here ) from Nordstrom This "matching set" from Uniqlo features the trending barrel pant silhouette, not my usual fit, but you can't argue with it when paired with the cropped adjustable button-down and a pair of statement boots. I may also style this look with combat boots for messier days. This oversized quilted jacket is almost over a decade old, but it's utilitarian vibe keeps it in style. I've worn it with a pop of pink in years past and it would work "playing against...

 Last week I featured a layered look for this transitional season between winter and spring in this post . Here I'm in the same location and wearing the same turtleneck, this time with a sweater and trouser combo. There's a strong tonal vibe in this look. Loving the play with burgundy and pink against the grey pant.  coat/sweater-Nordstrom/Nordstrom Rack(similar here and here ), turtleneck-Cuddl Duds(similar here ), pants- Everlane , loafers- Mix No. 6 vis DSW, necklace-J.Crew Factory(similar here ), bag-Coach(similar here ) Today, here in Pittsburgh it's going to feel like summer, so don't know how much more use this turtleneck will get, but layers are key for early spring. We are set for chillier weather next week, so it's not time for shorts and tanks just yet. In case you missed it, here's this same sweater from a summer post (also shot on this hilltop) and this coat from this past fall and the previous . Just to show how the right pieces can (and should) ...