wardrobe wednesday

When it rains...it snows

Striped Duster (on Poshmark) + Universal Thread Tee + Madewell Overalls + Hunter Rainboots
+ J. Crew Bandana (similar)

 

We're on our second snow day in a row here in Colorado and I'm not exactly mad about it. Give me a big mug of coffee and a Parks & Recreation marathon, and I'm happy to plant my rear on the couch for the day. I did manage to snap this photo yesterday before the Bomb Cyclone rolled in and made us feel like were living in a snow globe. And yes, I'm wearing rain boots despite the snowy forecast, because I'm a rebel like that. (In all actuality, these Hunters are just as good as my Sorels in snow because they're big enough to wear with thick wool socks, plus they aren't as heavy and clunky as snow boots!)

I'm a huge fan of this striped duster because it's just so easy to throw on with just about any outfit. It also seems to be more socially acceptable than my flannel bathrobe (but equally as comfy). And when you're constantly rebelling against fashion standards, comfort is key. I've rounded up a few of my favorite versions below!

 

1// Wide Stripe Duster Cardigan ($21.00)

2// A Good Find Charcoal Duster ($38.00)

3// Begonia.K Hooded Duster ($21.99)

4// Bau Striped Duster ($56.50)

5// Windsor Stripe Duster ($22.87)

6// Magnolia Stripe Duster Cardigan ($49.99)

 

Hope wherever you are, you're staying warm and living on the edge!

 

 

Wine Always Trumps Gucci.

J. Crew Sophie Sweater Blazer + Old Navy Stripe Tee + William Rast Jeans
+ J. Crew Slides + Imposter Belt

 

I don't get much feedback from my kids regarding my wardrobe. Unless, of course, I happen to exit the car in the school drop-off line when wearing my 18-year old flannel robe and fuzzy slippers. Then you can bet the comments (and eyerolls) will be prolific. But on a day-to-day basis, what Mom wears largely goes unnoticed. So when not one, but both of my offspring noticed my new belt today - and gave positive compliments regarding it - I was pretty dang impressed with myself. After all, just getting eye contact from a screen-obsessed teen is a monumental accomplishment, let alone protracting an utterance resembling flattery.

Of course, Hayden followed up his accolades with the concern that I may have spent a portion of his college fund on said accessory  ("Does this mean I can't go to an out-of-state school??") but his sister quickly reassured him that the belt, was in fact, anything but real deal. I believe her exact words were "You know mom would never blow her wine budget on a $450 belt!"

So I guess I have imparted crucial wisdom to them after all.  Wine before fashion, my little grasshoppers. Always wine before fashion.

Cheers!