Top, Theory (via consignment); pants, Aritzia (via consignment); shoes, AGL (thrifted); necklace, Tiffany; bag, MbMJ
Top, Theory (via consignment); pants, Aritzia (via consignment); shoes, AGL (thrifted); necklace, Tiffany; bag, MbMJ

Aritzia makes good pants, you guys. I feel like you`re probably getting sick of me waxing poetical on the topic, but it`s true. Here is another pair, slightly different from the other two (black) pairs of Aritzia pants I own, and it`s so good. Slouchy but still relatively slim cut, with a definite casual vibe thanks to the rolled hems and the drawstring waist. They`re fancy joggers basically … but they come with buttons and snaps, so I can totally wear these to the office as well. Right? You know I am going to try.

relaxed business casual
relaxed business casual
or just fancy casual
or just fancy casual

Meanwhile, with this chambray-esque top, these pants make for a nice off-duty outfit. Simple but polished. It`s the closest I get to feeling effortlessly chic. I always think outfits like these look better in person than in photos, so I guess you`ll have to take my word for it. Hmm, what else? Ah, yes: shoes and bag. The shoes are my fave AGL flats. Super comfy, would highly recommend; there are usually a few pairs floating around on eBay. I`m a loafer convert — I`m almost ready to give up all my high heels. Almost. But I do wear loafers most weekends. As for the bag, it`s my trusty MbMJ Mag bag. The colour is starting to fade which is making me sad; the leather is otherwise still in great shape; vintage Marc Jacobs leather was the best leather — soft and supple, with a nice weight to it. I may have to invest in some maroon leather polish and see what miracles I can create. If anyone has advice about rehabbing leather bags, let me have it — please and thank you.

I did not iron this top, YOLO
I did not iron this top, YOLO

9 Comments on Double Duty

  1. I use Apple leather care on all my bags and boots. Takes off most stains and conditions. I even use it on LV leather handles to condition and clean. Doesn’t change the color at all. I order from Amazon.

  2. I have also been converted to loafers – I have a few pairs that are in heavy rotation at work. But on the weekends it’s all about shoes I can wear socks with (except in the middle of summer) so it’s runners and keds for me!

  3. Love those pants. So slouchy. So cool. This post sent me down an eBay rabbit hole for the same. Do they run tts?

  4. I tried Leather CPR conditioner/cleaner for a similar leather bag that I bought second-hand. The leather looked a little dry and the conditioner really improved it. Hope it helps!

  5. Love this outfit! I’m very partial to these kinds of casual looks at the moment. The shoes are pretty cool too.