Details: J. Crew shirt, Topshop pants, BR belt (all thrifted), upcycled jacket made by Prairie Trail Goods
Thoughts: This wonderful coat started life as an April Cornell reversible quilted gilet I thrifted one day. My incredibly talented friend, J., who is the genius behind Prairie Trail Goods, kindly agreed to add some sleeves for me. She creates special pieces out of thrifted textiles, and I have a few of them in my closet. They always get so many compliments! I love her eye for colour and pattern mixing. This coat is a case in point; I love the juxtaposition of materials and colours. It makes for a lovely topper that can elevate many outfits.
Details: Everlane sweater, Toni T dickie, Jones NY jacket, Ralph Lauren skirt (all thrifted), Zara boots (retail)
Thoughts: Back on my black & white kick! Admittedly, this is a LOT of pattern, but it makes my brain very happy at the moment. I am trying to be judicious about how many b&w patterned items I add to my closet — trying to be judicious about how much I buy in general! — but I couldn’t resist this cropped jacket after all. It has so much potential! Just like this skirt, which has become one of my faves over the last few months. It has a sleek, minimalist vibe that fits my current 90s nostalgia but also feels very modern.
Details: French Connection sweater, Echo scarf, BR belt (all secondhand), BR pants (retail)
Thoughts: I did something I haven’t done in a long time: I bought a pair of pants at retail! A friend brought these Banana Republic wide-wale corduroy trousers to my attention just in time for me to take advantage of a good year-end sale (they were $55 down from $200). I had to get them because they’re the exact style I’ve been hunting for months: high waisted, palazzo-cut wide leg. I had hoped to find the denim version, but corduroy is always welcome. I ended up having to get the petite version (my size was sold out in regular length) and I think it was for the best. This inseam is perfect for me to wear with flats and low heels, which is what I mostly wear these days.
Details: Ines de la Fressange x Uniqlo shirt (thrifted), Talbots sweater (Poshmark), Babaton skirt (thrifted)
Thoughts: This was just a cozy, simple outfit but the sweater pattern makes it more interesting than it might otherwise have been. I liked the contrast of textures here, between the thick wool and the soft, pleated chiffon.
Details: Zara dress, Le Chateau vest, no label cardigan (all secondhand), Zara boots (retail)
Thoughts: I was originally planning to only wear the dress and the cardigan, but at the last minute decided to throw in an extra pattern for fun — enter the vest. I’m in a “chunky shoe” moment right now so instead of a more delicate pair of flats, this pair of stomping platforms felt right. I feel like this has a bit of a 90s grunge flavour which I really dig. Maybe it’s time to play some Pearl Jam 😉