I rarely wear head-to-toe black … though, I should do so more often because it’s so, so easy to feel polished wearing black … but I digress. I switched up my outfit plans on the day I wore this iteration because I had just thrifted these Stuart Weitzman pumps and couldn’t wait to wear them; a simple, all-black outfit seemed like a good idea given the bold look of these shoes. They remind me so much of the Roger Vivier flats I’ve admired on others but which I’ve found in the wild, err, thrifting; the only difference is that this pair has a low chunky heel.
The rest of the outfit is pretty straight-forward. The top is quickly becoming a favourite of mine; it’s by Theory, and it has a very flattering, subtle peplum and pockets. Yes, pockets! How cool is that? The pants are Talula brand (from Aritzia), and they’re a slouchier take on my usual Sloans, which somehow feels a bit more … elegant? Effortlessly chic? Something. Moving on, the blazer is another new fave — the heathered knit is a nice alternative to plain black, and it lends a bit of texture to the outfit. It’s hella comfy too. The necklace is an old J. Crew Factory one, and it always garners a compliment or two; it’s the only retail piece in the picture. But, let’s be honest: they’re all supporting players here. Those shoes are stealing the show, for sure.
Hello! I’ve just recently started following your blog, I love your style and the emphasis on thrifting/consignment/ebay purchases – that’s something I’ve been making a priority as well. I’m de-lurking to ask a quick question about your blazer, because I actually have that on my ebay wish list – would you say it’s true to size, narrow in the shoulders, etc? I generally am a size S in clothes, and that tends to work for stretch blazers, but sometimes they are a bit too narrow in the shoulders. Thanks!
Hi Leslie! I find it really comfortable throughout, including the shoulders. I would say that my shoulders are broad but not disproportionately so, and this blazer fits me well. I believe it’s a small (my usual size), but I can double-check.
Thanks, this is helpful!
I’m impressed/surprised at how often you wear a jacket or layers of some kind….in August! I can barely manage one layer in the 30+ heat….how do you do it?
Well … we haven’t had many 30+ days since the beginning of summer š It’s been mostly 20-25, and the last month has been even cooler. Now, it’s more like 15-18 during the day, and 10 in the morning. Plus, Edmonton is very dry even in the summer (in the winter, our humidity can be as low as 5%). And I work in an air conditioned office, so most of the day, it doesn’t even matter what the temperature is because I spend almost no time outside except for my commute.
I never wear all black but I like this look on you with the texture of the jacket plus the necklace adding interest. Your hair colour helps too, I’d look so drab with my mousey brown colour! I agree with Carol-Anne above as well, I’m guessing your offices / courts are aggressively air-conditioned?! I put a cardi on one day last week and took it off almost as soon as I got to the office. The forecast is for low twenties all next week as well so I’ll still be looking at sleeveless dresses and tops!