Neon in the Snow

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Forever XXI sweater coat (similar), NY & Co cape (similar), Old Navy tee, Rock n Republic for Kohl's coated jeans (similar), Target boots (similar), wide brim fedora, Stella & Dot ring, anchor necklace

Fringe Benefits

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Camel coat, sleeveless blazer, lavender sweater, burgundy coated jeans, combat boots, fringe purse, wide brim hat, vintage scarf, tassel earrings

How I Wear…Jacquard

When wearing one statement piece. such as jacquard trousers, it's necessary to incorporate another texture or pattern to make them daytime appropriate. I know it sounds counterintuitive, but wearing them with a simple black turtleneck or white collar shirt would make them party ready. So, combining plaid and faux fur has somehow toned down the fancy - am I right or am I right?
P.S. Pardon the graininess, but it seems as though my fuzzy vest impacted the lens. However, this does offer an opportunity to share with you my favorite movie quote from Despicable Me. I've said it so many times that I like to think I kind of sound like her, although I'm sure watching it one hundred times has been helpful as well.

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Jacquard pants, faux fur vest, J.Crew shirt, vintage cameo brooch, navy flats, cobalt wallet, Nars Red Lizard

Borrowed From the Boys

San Francisco has some gooooood shopping! We traversed shops from Union Square to The Haight, and I found multiple must-haves for the coming months. My favorite purchase is undoubtedly this coat from the men's section of La Rosa Vintage. I am not lying when I tell you that every day I have to stop myself from putting it on.

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Vintage sport coat, Uniqlo blouse (similar), Madewell scarf, Uniqlo pants, Stella & Dot earrings, Michael Kors watch, Tildon flats, Nars Heat Wave lipstick

Soon Enough

I swear that on Monday this outfit was appropriate! It's hard to imagine having an overcoat on (even just over my shoulders) with the sun blazing in Chicago today. This is the kind of day that I wish I could go Oak St beach with a gin & pineapple in one hand, a good book in the other, with my fiancé by my side. Soon enough, Jenny. Soon enough.

Loft skirt, Timing blouse (similar), Silence & Noise blazer (similar), Jessica Simpson pumps (similar), NY & Co cape (find similar here), Givenchy lipstick, vintage bracelet (similar)

Hey Red

American Apparel collared blouse, Gap sweater (similar), Akira skirt (similar), JC Penney belt (similar), Gap sequin clutch (similar), Old Navy cuffs (similar), Nine West leopard sandals

A Full Peplum

When peplum first came on the scene, people were skeptical. Now, this silhouette is every where and I'm overjoyed (as I indicated in this post). However, I'm a bit bored with only pairing a peplum top with a pencil skirt. Why not a full skirt? Double the flare, double the fun! That's what I always say...

Worthington peplum pleather top (similar), NY & Co tee, Akira skirt (similar here and here), Hue tights, Nine West shoes, Nordstrom hoops (similar)

Two Ways To Wear...

...a plaid blazer!

First, we have the edgy way. A jean vest and leather jeans call to mind the Nirvana era while a metallic tee and leopard loafers keep me from looking like Courtney Love.

Plaid blazer (similar here or here), Minkpink tee (similar here and here), XXI jean vest, Rock & Republic jeans (similar), Steve Madden leopard loafers (similar), Stella & Dot necklace

Second, we have the preppy way. A silk scarf, wide leg trousers, and bow topped pumps topped with a peacoat make it look like I just stepped out of a Ralph Lauren store. 

Plaid blazer (similar here or here), Gap sweater (similar), ASOS trousers, vintage scarf (similar), J. Crew peacoat, Audrey Brooke bow pumps, J.Crew leopard belt (similar)

Which way do you prefer?

Skirt Suit

Even though I passed on the pill box hat (in favor of a cameo brooch), I felt very Jackie Kennedy in this skirt suit. The boucle texture and boxy, collarless jacket is incredibly ladylike, form fitting, and timeless while still serving a professional function. After all, Mrs. Kennedy herself did say, "There are two kinds of women: those who want power in the world, and those who want power in bed." I feel like in this skirt suit, you can be both!

XXI blazer (similar) and skirt (similar), H&M tie neck blouse (love this one), vintage cameo brooch (similar), NY & Co cape (similar), Nord tights (similar), Jessica Simpson booties

300

I have worn these waxed, coated, leather-like jeans many times, like double digits, yet they've never been photographed...even though they're so photogenic! Seems only fitting that on a countable post (my 300th), I wear such an "every day" outfit - blazer, roomy tee, skinnies, and flats. No pattern mixing, no backwards cardigans, just a few items that we can all feel comfortable wearing. 

Rock & Republic Berlin Coated Skinny Jeans, Zara tee & blazer, Stella & Dot Lillith necklace, Jessica Simpson Amity Flat, Givenchy lipstick in Illicit Raspberry

The Perfect Red Dress

After receiving this dress as a Christmas present, I have worn it three times. Once with a flannel underneath and knee high boots (for Christmas Day), once with a crewneck sweater over it and leopard flats (for a 1st birthday party), and like this (for the work day). It's comfortable, versatile, and flattering - a triple threat. I can't wait to see how it with more layers as the temperatures drop.

LOFT dress (similar), Lumiere jacket (similar), Jessica Simpson booties, American Apparel fishnets, Stella & Dot earrings, DIY brooch, NY & Co cape (similar), Nars Heat Wave lipstick

Snakebite

American Apparel blouse, BB Dakota vest, Akira skirt, Target belt & booties, XXI earrings, Francesca's cuff