What I Wore | Lived In

WhatIWore: I’ve lived in about five sweaters this winter and this is one of them. Because it’s more graphic, I try to space it out more than my black and cream turtlenecks and try to change things up a little with the coat and boots I pair with it. Last time I did a soft taupe boot and matching hat, but this time I pulled out my oldest pair of brown boots, my camel hair coat and the navy knit hat I recently made. 

When: February 23, 2015

What:
Hat: Self Made
Shades: Karen Walker ‘Super Duper’
Sweater: J.Crew
Coat: ?
Jeans: Guess (on sale!)
Boots: Banana Republic (old)
Ring and Bracelet: Robyn Ferrari, gift

Where: Lunch Date and Class

Why: Although I don’t wear much jewelry while I’m caring for Felix, I like to wear a few pieces when I’m at work. I’ve really been into teal/turquoise pieces (these are actually Jasper beads) lately. I think they pair really well with camel and denim and navy, but would look great with black too! Robin is offering What I Wore readers a 15% off discount with code WHATIWORE15

One Coat | Three Ways

WhatIWore: Remember a couple of weeks ago when I told you that lately I’ve made a habit of wearing the same piece over and over? If there’s any season to repeat, it’s now and with a statement winter coat. I love my classic plain black wool, but I also like spicing it up. I collect coats like some women collect shoes… that is to say, I love ‘em! 

The team at Elie Tahari read about my tendency to wear the same piece day in and day out and asked me if I was up for a bit of a challenge in styling one of their coats for day, evening and weekend. I had my choice of outwear and selected the Dalia. The mix of tweed, leather and wool was what initially drew me to it but I also really like the back zipper detail (scroll down for close ups). A statement piece like this is an easy way to pull any outfit together. Although I’m getting out of the house less and less these days, I definitely knew I could use a new winter coat and after the week I’ve been through, I happily accepted their gift… then it was just about finding the right morning, afternoon and evening to get out!  This mama could use a little something fabulous to brighten up her basic day! 

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A chunky sweater, jeans and boots are my basic go-to day look (which isn’t too far off of what I wear during the weekend either). 

For evening, when I knew we’d be getting a sitter and I wouldn’t need easy access to fed Felix, I went with a grey and black knit dress, tights and heels. Heels! It feels like forever since I strapped on stilettos!

Finally, for weekend, I threw on a cozy sweater, leggies and a hand knit hat. I toyed around with wearing converse sneakers with this look, but the truth of the matter is, it’s easier to zip on boots in a hurry than it is to tie (and re-tie) laces, especially when I’m on a stroll with the baby. 

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