Extra, Extra
I mean, come on. This AllSaints shirt is as extra as they come … and it’s fabulous. I knew it was a keeper as soon as I picked it up, without even seeing the label. I love the shape & volume of the neckline with the large rosettes creeping up the shoulder. I don’t typically do ruffles, but I was immediately drawn to the drama here. They don’t look particularly “cute” to me, which is key; I further de-twee-defied the look by adding these boyish cut trousers by COS, which just happen to be my current faves. They’re incredibly comfortable and easy to wear, and I am low-key panicking about finding a replacement pair soon, given my current frequency of wear. I also added my birthday earrings, because why not double down on big statements:
On Repeat/strong>
You guys know how much I love this dress, and here it is again. It’s a funky shape, for sure (you can see that better in this photos) but such a breeze to wear. I paired it with a fun, twisty necklace – it bends into any shape and can double as a fidget toy in a pinch.
Smoky
Not talking about the air quality around here (but also apt) – I’m talking about this Eileen Fisher top.Technically, it’s a wood grain print, but the colour paired with its filmy texture makes me think of swirls of smoke. Kinda badass, which is not necessarily the adjective I’d normally associate with EF. Paired with my trusty (and old) Madewell jeans, Club Monaco turtleneck, and Joe Fresh leather jacket, it added up to the perfect relaxed outfit for a (chilly) evening hanging out with friends.
A Different Take on Leopard
This outfit was a bit of a style risk, but I was not displeased with how it turned out. It was a cold morning, so I needed a jacket for practical reasons, but I was initially stumped for options. Black would have been an easy default, but I didn’t think it would add much to the outfit, nor do justice to the lovely dark green of the (faux) leather skirt. I wanted something that would offer a bit of contrast, but not a bright colour. That’s when I remembered this Zara coat; it’s a subtle take on leopard print (if such a thing exists) and it possesses surprising chameleon-like qualities. Here, it’s practically a neutral, letting the green take center stage. I added some cognac accessories to pick up on the brown and, voila: a slightly mod take on the Bohemian.
I’m in love with the first and last outfits!! You look so editorial chic in the first and cool girl, off-duty model in the second
Thanks 😊 I am the further thing from a cool girl but I’m going to take that compliment and run, haha!
I particularly love the first two outfits. The AllSaints top is fabulous indeed. (And those COS trousers too… and the earrings!)
I also really love that dress in the second outfit. Looks so comfortable too.
I am obsessed with Maria Cornejo now! Her pieces drape like a dream (well, based on my limited experience and the stuff I’m stalking online) and they’re so cool and unique. This dress is def very comfortable!
I like how you toned down the twee-ness of the top in the first outfit with the boyish pants. I have some twee pieces (old Anthro stuff) that I still love, but don’t really match my current aesthetic. It’s helpful to see how I can tone them down so I can still get some use out of them.
Love that last outfit. The coat color definitely functions as a neutral, and now I am going to start hunting for a dark leopard print coat! Also, I am ob.sessed. with that color of teal.
Toning down the twee factor is my current struggle! There are quite a few pieces I still love but i need to figure out how to make them work in the context of my new style. Some days it ends up working, other days not so much. But I can highly recommend those COS pants – they have been a total workhorse for me lately.
That Zara coat is amazing!! Do you have any more information about the season/style number, if I were to try to hunt down a used version?? By the way I love your blog and watching your style evolve..
I don’t know the style number but there are pics of Selena Gomez wearing it online. Following that rabbit trail led me to an article dated Jan 2014, when it appears that the jacket was still in stores (original retail $139). I don’t see current listings on eBay but you might want to check Poshmark as well.
Thank you!!