wardrobe wednesday

The Plaid of Christmas Past

Old Navy Scarf + J. Crew Tunic Sweater (similar) + AE Jeggings + Frye Boots

I do realize Christmas is in the past, but since it's still technically the holiday season, I'm wearing my Christmas plaid, goshdarnit! This scarf is too darn cozy to keep in the closet, and it also just happens to be perfect for the bitter winter weather we're getting around these parts. Wrapped over the top of a soft sweater tunic and it's almost as comfy as my pjs (which I will probably be changing into promptly at 5 pm!).

Another super comfy wardrobe item I'm LOVING lately are these American Eagle High Waisted Jeggings. They are seriously the softest, stretchiest denim that's oh-so-flattering. And when you're (meaning ME) eating Christmas cookies for breakfast every morning, that's quite the accomplishment. LOVE them and they are currently buy one, get one 50% off. Get them now and thank me later.

And with that, I'm off to eat cookies and change into pjs. WIshing the happiest of holiday seasons to you all!

The Abominable Bumble

Zara Faux Fur Vest (similar) + Lizard Thicket Blouse (similar, similar) + Spanx Leggings
+ Chinese Laundry Boots + Anthropologie Necklace (similar, similar)

 

The classic Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer happens to be my very favorite holiday movie. Not because of the creepy puppetry and big bully reindeer, obviously, but because of the adorably cute (and totally misunderstood) abominable snowman, Bumble. That and the fact that any Christmas tune sung by Burl Ives turns me into a puddle of feelings. Gah. I always think of Bumble whenever I don my beloved faux fur vest since it's also white and fuzzy and often misunderstood as well. (Mostly by my hubby, who can't understand why I'd want to wear anything so closely resembling a Muppet). 

But this furry vest makes me smile and it's also incredibly cozy - two things that I always welcome in my life. Today I threw it over a ruffled blouse which alone, would have been waaaaay too short to wear with leggings. Like capable of causing moral revulsion. Dare I say...abominable??  But the vest saves the day by not only covering my posterior, but also cozy-ing up the whole look. Over the knee boots (which, not coincidentally, give a slight nod to Santa's elves) and a chunky statement necklace complete the look.

Hope your day is cozy, filled with warm fuzzies and decidedly non-abominable!

 

Sail Away.

The upcoming holiday weekend has definitely got me on a red, white and blue kick. And while I do admit to having an abundance of stars and stripes in my closet for just such an occasion, this year I opted for stripes and sailboats. Because nothing says I Love America like sailboats, right?! Paired with my very favorite striped tee, I'm ready for USA's birthday bash. But to keep the whole Americana theme in check, I added a gold & pink belt, simple leopard sandals and a vintage beaded clutch.

The skirt was a recent score from my new favorite shopping site - Instagram! I'm following several stylish girls who thrift some great items and post them for sale. It makes shopping (almost) too easy. As if there could be such a thing.

Happy (early) Fourth of July!

 

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J. Crew Striped Artist tee (old) | similar
Elevenses cotton skirt | on ebay; on postmark
Betsey Johnson belt
Wrist Soiree Amelia bracelet & earrings
Merona sandals | on ebay; similar
Burberry sunnies
vintage beaded clutch