Welcome the newest member of my closet - a gorgeous navy suede jacket! I scored this at T.J. Maxx for $80 after a $25 gift card, retail was $698, talk about a deal! I was deciding between this, a navy Rag & Bone 'Jett' blazer ($79, regular $495) and a burgundy/red Clements Ribeiro coat ($59). I decided the suede jacket was the best option because I already have plenty of coats and blazers and need a bit more navy in my life.

This hat from was my best friend last Winter.  I was still commuting to New York City 4 times a week and walking 1.5 miles in the freezing cold to the office, so this saved my from freezing my head off.  Normally it was paired with earmuffs, sunglasses and a huge scarf, but since I wasn't in the freezing temperatures when I wore this look I was able to wear it on it's own.

Jacket: Lauren by Ralph Lauren (TJ Maxx), Tee: Everlane, Jeans: Genetic Denim c/o Piperlime & Lucky Magazine, Mouse Flats: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Shopbop), Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Saks Fifth Avenue Friends & Family Sale), Necklace: House of Harlow c/o South Moon Under, Hat c/o Ricefield Collective

I've been trying to wear these Chloe boots more often and they ended up in two posts for this week! Let's see how long that continues. I love them but always have trouble styling them. I can't really wear them with tights because they look strange so I can only wear them with jeans.  Also, it turns out that Emma Stone has - or had - them, YAY!

It was beginning to snow while my Dad and I were taking these photos, so any strange white spots are snow! Woo! Although, my jeans do have white spots on them on purpose, ha ha...

Sweater: Ralph Lauren c/o Marshalls, Tank: Marshalls, Jeans: Current/Elliott, Boots: Chloe (Roundabout Resale), Bag: Etienne Aigner (thrifted), Necklace: House of Harlow c/o South Moon Under, Tights: Simply Vera Wang (Kohl's)

In stark contrast to yesterday's post, I love this outfit!  I have been wanting to wear these Tabitha Simmons boots since I bought them in July and was waiting for the perfect occasion. It seemed like that would never happen, so I made the occasion and just wore them on a plain old regular day!

They retailed for $1900 and I paid $74 after being very patient! I had seen them at Roundabout a few times before I actually bought them. Sadly, even though they were discounted, they were still expensive. When they had a 60% off sale, I scooped them up (along with a Burberry dress and cashmere sweater)! I featured them back in 2011 when Net-a-Porter debuted their "Runway to Green" collection where a portion of the sales went to leading environmental organizations. It's always funny when I end up buying something I shared on my blog years before.

Sweater: Inis Crafts (Marshalls), Jeans: J Brand c/o Marshalls, Boots: Tabitha Simmons (Roundabout Resale), Ring c/o Kendra Scott, Necklace: House of Harlow (South Moon Under)

Would you believe me if I told you I never owned a quilted jacket until now?  I just never got around to buying one, so when Joules asked me what products from their site I wanted to test drive, this quilted hooded jacket was at the top of the list! I also picked out a really cute pair of wellies for days when I want a bit more whimsy in my rain gear.

Winter is on the horizon (okay, we still have a couple weeks to go, but the weather is certainly veering in that direction) and Joules has an amazing selection of jackets, dresses, rain boots and faux fur pieces, perfect for your Winter wardrobe. Their children's clothing is also making me wish I had kids to dress: SO adorable! Just look at how cute this little boy's fox sweater is.

See how I styled both my new pieces below!

Look #1: Womens Quilted Hooded Jacket in Burgundy c/o Joules, Top: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Saks Off 5th), Jeans: Free People, Boots: Zigi Soho (DSW)


Look #2: Womens Print Rain Boot Wellies in Purple Painty Pheasant c/o Joules, Sweater: Madewell (Shopbop), Jeans: Genetic Denim c/o Piperlime & Lucky, Necklace: House of Harlow c/o South Moon Under

I really like this sweater I bought at Marshalls (gift card), it's super soft and really comfortable. You can't really see in the photos, but the back buttons up, which is a really fun touch! I find myself throwing it on when I'm not sure what I want to wear. For instance, I wore this outfit to drive up to my Aunt's house last weekend. I had also just gotten out of the shower, hence the wet hair and no makeup. But hey, I like to keep things real on the blog!

Sweater: For Cynthia (Marshalls), Jeans: Rag & Bone (Shopbop), Sandals: Mula c/o Marshalls, Necklace: House of Harlow (South Moon Under), Watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Gilt)

This past weekend I went to my college best friend's wedding! I hadn't seen her since we graduated 4 years ago because she lives quite a while from me and we could never connect. It was great to see her on her special day and get to share it with her and was like no time had passed! We went right back to making crazy faces at each other from across the room. She and her fiance got married in the English Garden at Wickham Park and, since we were in nature, I thought it was the perfect day to wear the Anthropologie dress Lydia got me for my birthday last year after I saw it in a consignment store.  I'm sad it's taken me this long to actually wear it, but I wanted it's first outing to be perfect! It was only fitting that Lydia take my photos for me, so I had her take them a couple weeks before the wedding. It got some compliments, so I think I made the right choice!

It was a small wedding, less than 50 people, but I only knew one other person apart from my friend and her fiance, and that was the maid of honor. I also went to school with her and it was fun to catch up with her too! Although I stalk everyone on Facebook frequently, it's more fun to chat in person.  She even got me on the dance floor a few times which, if you know me, is a major feat! We were the crazy girls slow dancing together with all the couples.

Dress: "Artist Rendering" Dress by Odille (Anthropologie), Heels: Lanvin (Roundabout Resale), Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Net-A-Porter), Necklace: House of Harlow c/o South Moon Under, Watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Gilt), Bracelets: Ten Thousand Villages

I was finally able to wear the Witchery sweater I bought from Jamie-Lee back in July! It's so perfectly over-sized and comfy! Wearing it with these jeans probably wasn't the best idea for proportions, but I was in a 70s pants mood. Next time I'll wear it with super skinny jeans or a fun skirt! So many outfit ideas swimming around in my head.  And yes, I was a geek and did a play on The Eagle's Witchy Woman for the title, told you they were one my favorite bands!


Sweater: Witchery (Jamie-Lee's Blog Shop), Jeans: Free People (Marshalls), Wedges: R2 (DSW), Bag: Wink and Winn (giveaway), Necklace: House of Harlow c/o South Moon Under, Watch c/o Movado

I wore this outfit a couple weeks ago to an advance screening of Daniel Radcliffe's new film, What If, which will be released next month. My Carven obsession continues with this fun new skirt! I've always had a thing for their prints but never bought any of the pieces until this year because they're a bit pricey. But let me tell you, they are totally worth it! I've worn my Paris print dress a ton and hopefully can say the same for this in a few months time.

Tee: Everlane, Skirt: Carven (NET-A-PORTER End of Season Sale), Sandals: Sam Edelman c/o ThredUp, Purse: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Saks Friends & Family Sale), Necklace: House of Harlow c/o South Moon Under, Watch: Skagen (Rue La La), Rings: vintage, Brilliant Imports & Mom's, Sunglasses: Cole Haan c/o Marhsalls

A quick pause from vacation outfits and photos for a French Wardrobe Challenge update!

I knocked out 2 of my five items this month during Net-a-Porter's End of Season Sale. I bought a Carven skirt I've had my eye on and the Ancient Greek Sandals that have been in my wishlist for months.  I can't wait to wear the skirt and have already worn the sandals a bunch of times. So far I'm really happy with each of my items, except the Alberto Makali set, guess that will teach me to not impulse buy.  Anyone want to buy them off me? ;)

I also bought a bunch of items for a collaboration I'm doing with ThredUp, but they haven't arrived yet so I'll update the post with a photo of those pieces when I get them.



THE RULES

1. Just five standout pieces per season.
2. Quality over quantity.
3. Basics don’t count.
4. Accessories don’t count, unless you’re spending a lot more than usual.
5. Socks and underwear don’t count.
6. Shoes do count.

MY PROGRESS

Part of my Five:

• Carven Paris Map Print Dress via Yoox 
• Alberto Makali skirt & vest set via Village Vogue Boutique  
• *NEW* Carven Printed Skirt via Net-a-Porter End of Season Sale
• *NEW* Ancient Greek Sandals 'Astrapi' via Net-a-Porter [used H&R Block Emerald Card I won]

Basics: 

• Teal Keds Sneakers via DSW
• Current/Elliott ankle skinny jeans via The Outnet
• 3.1 Phillip Lim 'Peggy' ankle boots via Barneys Warhouse (Memorial Day Sale)

Accessories:

• Indulgems necklace via Gilt
• House of Harlow"Multi Arrowhead Necklace" via South Moon Under Trunk Show
• House of Harlow "Blue Stingray Station Necklace" c/o South Moon Under
• House of Harlow "Tribal Locket Necklace" [won from South Moon Under]   
• House of Harlow "Engraved Orb Pendant Necklace" [won from South Moon Under] 
• Bubu Ruby  Lightening bolt necklace 
• Bubu Ruby  Amethyst necklace

Exempt:  Not counting any items I got from brands or bought for Marshalls Project FAB (bought with a gift card)

• Mother Denim 'The Rascal' Crop Jean in white [Marshalls]
• Equipment 'Mina Tie Front' Blouse in dark grey [Marshalls]
• Solitare Top in navy [Marshalls]
• Etienne Aigner Sunglasses [Marshalls]
• rag & bone boyfriend shorts [Marshalls]
• Malu sandals [Marshalls]
• Cloth & Stone chambray bomber jacket  [Marshalls]
• Mother Denim 'The Looker' crop jean in True Hollywood Lies [Marshalls]
• *NEW* MICHAEL Michael Kors Blouse [ThredUp]
• *NEW* Marc by Marc Jacobs Tank Top  [ThredUp]
• *NEW* Elementz Dress  [ThredUp]
• *NEW* Sam Edelman Sandals  [ThredUp]
• *NEW* Studio 1 Blouse  [ThredUp]
• *NEW* Free People Top   [ThredUp]

I always feel very 70s when I wear these Free People flares, and the addition of my new necklace really added to the vibe.  I won this super cool locket at South Moon Under's Grand Opening party, it's by House of Harlow and doubles as a locket! Now I just have to figure out what to put inside it. I also won this House of Harlow "Engraved Orb Pendant Necklace."  This is what I wore on Mother's Day, although it was a little too warm for the top, but I'll take warmth over cold any day, wouldn't you?

Top: Equipment (sample sale), Jeans: Free People (Marshalls), Wedges: Steve Madden (DSW), Sunglasses: Etienne Aigner c/o Marshalls, Necklace: House of Harlow "Tribal Locket Necklace" c/o South Moon Under, Watch: Skagen (Rue La La), Rings: vintage, Brilliant Imports & Mom's