Geek Chic

It was cold this morning. Like under 30 degrees cold. I am a California girl. Who lived in the south. I don't do this weather. However, I have these wool pants for Black Fleece (a Brooks Brothers like) that seemed perfect for a day like today. 

Sweater: JCrew; Shirt: Madewell; Pants: Brooks Brothers' Black Fleece; Shoes: Tory Burch; Watch: Michael Kors

They are silk lined wool and a pretty charcoal, burgundy and tan plaid. I wore my tan on tan Tory flats, as well as a tan cable knit crew neck with a white silk button up underneath. 

Glasses: Chanel; Necklace: Jennifer Zeuner; Shirt: Madewell: Sweater: JCrew

My monogram necklace, a side braid and my glasses completed the look: I spent too much time not wanting to get out of my warm bed this morning to have time to do my hair or put in contacts. But by the time I was done getting ready I realized that I looked kind of like a big old nerd. But I was ok with that :) 

Until next time,

Xo

T 

PS: I wasn't kidding about the weather...

Holiday Spirit

Happy December! I am so excited that the holiday season can officially start...

Yay! With that said, I broke out my red pea coat again, and my black JBrand skinnies and leopard flats. 

However, I switched out one of my usual Kate Spade bags for this Longchamp tote. I've had this bag since I was about 18, and it is still going strong. Granted, I don't use it everyday, but when I do it's because I need to load it down with tons of books/electronics/etc. I also use Longchamp duffle bags when I travel, and would highly recommend those as well. They are amazing bags that stand the test of time! 

I paired everything with this light pink and red Kate Spade tank I bought this weekend (on super sale!). I loved all the red in my outfit today, and made me so excited to get my decorations out of storage and start making my house as festive on the outside as I feel inside! 

Happy December,

xo

T 

Furniture Shopping

Matt's mom is a very accomplished interior designer, so when she offered to help us find furniture for our new house, we obviously jumped at the opportunity! 

I decided to dress comfortably, in jeans and a white silk button down and loafers, but I added a few classic touches such as a twisted hammock of pearls and my double breasted blazer. 

Is there anything more American than a big pile of pearls and a classic navy blue blazer? This is such a great, go-to combo for days when you want to loo put together but also comfortable. 

I cuffed my JBrand jeans to give them a trendier vibe, and paired the outfit with these tan Tory Burch loafers. They are accented with a little bow across the instep, so when I saw they were on sale on the Tory website, I had to get them! I guess all of these amazing sales are a silver lining of the bad economy ;) 

When I got home the Aussie dog wanted to try on my pearls... I think she looks pretty cute :)

Until next time,

xo

T

Cat Saturday

It was cold again today... No surprise there. I didn't feel like wearing a pea coat or a Barbour jacket again, so I slipped on this Vince sweater. It is nice and thick black wool, and then it shocks you with black leather sleeves, which gives it an unexpectedly glam vibe. The tshirt is silk leopard print from Equipment. I love the idea of silk tshirts - it's such a great juxtaposition. Plus I have such a weakness for leopard print! Speaking of juxtaposition, pairing two rock and roll pieces with simple skinny jeans was an interesting combination. Three classic elements - leather, leopard, and denim - coming together to make a fun and casual weekend look. 

My bronze metallic Tory Burch flats were a good middle point between the black of the jacket and the tans of the leopard. Plus, they're such a good basic flat that are simple enough not to compete with such loud pieces. 

Until next time,

xo

T

Casual Friday.

Jacket: JCrew; Sweater: Target; Necklace: JCrew Factory; Jeans: JBrand; Shoes: Sam Edleman; Bag: Kate Spade

Happy Friday! I woke up this morning and my whole front yard was frozen! Eek! Despite my desire to stay in my pajamas all day and drink tea by the fire, I had things to do. So I decided to take full advantage of casual Friday protocol and wear jeans with these cute Sam Edleman booties. 

I was tempted to wear riding boots because it was so cold, but I hadn't worn these in a while, and I think they add a slightly dressier vibe. My JCrew field jacket was a great layering piece over this cute fisherman sweater from Target. Target has had so much cute stuff lately! I have been tempted to just start throwing things into my cart! 

This JCrew Factory necklace finished things off.  It helped dress up an otherwise casual outfit, kind of like the booties. 

Until next time,

xo

T

Unexpected Combinations

Sweater: JCrew Factory; Shirt: JCrew Factory; Necklace: Chanel; Pants: JBrand; Shoes: Chanel; Watch: Michael Kors; Bag: Kate Spade

Pearls and bows and ballet flats... and plaid? This outfit could have been completely girly, but to add an appropriate level of quirk and to balance out the felinity I added this plaid button up from the JCrew Factory. My oversized Michael Kors watch furthered the balance. 

This sweater is also from the Factory... That place is amazing! So many cute things for such good prices. I had originally discovered it while in Pennsylvania for a friend's wedding, and kind of forgot about it for a while until I recently rediscovered it while searching for this sweater. It is definitely my new go-to.

I bought this Chanel pearl necklace after saving up my paychecks from one of my first part time jobs. I worked at this amazing boutique in college that sold Marc Jacobs and Dolce and Gabbana, so saving my paychecks was always pretty hard! One of my college friends and I were going to New York for Spring Break, and so I saved for MONTHS. This was such a splurge, but I wear it all the time, and can completely see myself passing it down to my future daughter or granddaughter someday.  

Last but not least, my classic Chanel flats grounded the outfit... There was a lot going on on top so I kept the bottom of my outfit simple with my favorite JBrand skinnies and these flats. I might have a slight Chanel obsession... Matt always asks why I couldn't find a less expensive brand to love.  But that's kind of like asking why fire is hot, isn't it? 

Until next time,

xo

T

Black and White and Red All Over

Lipstick: Nars; Necklace: Kate Spade; Shirt: Equipment

Tonight's was Matt's brother's birthday party. I wore this polka dot Equiment blouse that I bought last year in New York. It has been one of my favorites ever since! I love pairing it with this Kate Spade necklace, as well as a good red lip. I have a tiny obsession with red lipstick, but I feel like I can only wear it at night when I'm dressing up. 

Bracelets and Watch: Kate Spade

My arm party was entirely Kate Spade. The now watch is my "nighttime" watch, as it's technically a cocktail watch, aka it could pass as a bracelet. My grandmother had this thing about not wearing a watch after 7, because ladies shouldn't have anywhere to be. So old fashioned! But it still rings in my ear every time I'm getting ready. 

Shoes: Kate Spade

My glitter Kate Spade loafers made another appearance. The party was just at Matt's parents house, so I didn't want to be too overdressed. They're a very casual family! Which is basically the opposite of my family, where every one gets dressed up for everything. 

Pea Coat: JCrew; Pants: JBrand; Dog: My love

I wore the shirt with my black skinny JBrand jeans, which are my go to for pretty much every day when I don't feel like wearing my JCrew Minnie pants. I should probably get a second pair! Either that or I should buy stock in JBrand. 

I have had this red JCrew pea coat for a few years now and I LOVE it. I can't wait to bring it out of storage every winter, it's so cheery and bright. I consider red the grown up version of pink, so it stands to reason that it's slowly taken over my closet. 

My mom's mini Aussie refused to get out of the picture - she's such a little jerk. But I love the fluffy bum. 

Bag: Kate Spade; Ring: Kate Spade

This bow embellished cross body Kate Spade bag is one of my favorite night time bags. It fits lip stick, my id, and my phone perfectly without being cumbersome. My bow ring also made an appearance! It wouldn't be a party without it. 

Until next time,

xo 

T 

Jumpsuit Parade

Confession: I am currently suffering from a serious jumpsuit obsession.  It all started a few years ago, when Rose Byrne wore this Elie Saab jumpsuit to the 2012 SAG awards.

Source: Lucky Magazine

Not only is she gorgeous, and hilarious (hello, Bridesmaids), she also has amazing style.  This embellished suit is so perfectly quirky and formal, I've wanted to wear one ever since. 

Then, Emma Stone, another one of my style icons, wore this one: 

Source: Glamour Magazine

It's another fantastic Elie Saab suit, with an embellished bodice and crepe pants. I love how in both of these Elie Saab pieces the covered up, potentially very un-sexy pant suit is given a glamourous edge with the addition of embellishments and a plunging neckline. The juxtaposition of the covered arms and legs with the deep-v at the neck is such a great contrast! The addition of the beaded top and gold plated belt negate any need for accessories - what a fantastic evening look. 

Source: Us Weekly Magazine

What prompted this post was this picture of Natalie Portman (who has usually impeccable red carpet style), wearing this slightly tuxedo-inspired strapless jumpsuit from the Dior 2013 Runway at the Miss Dior Exhibit.  I almost died when I saw this! The subtly draped top, with it's embellished beading, contrasted with the fitted black peg-leg pants, is reminiscent of Yves Saint Laurent's Le Smoking from the 1970's.  This modern version of that look made famous by Bianca Jagger is perfect for the holidays, I can't wait to find one I can afford! Or possibly someone who will spend a small fortune on this one... Santa? 

Until next time, 

xo 

T 

Fall Flowers

Necklace: Kate Spade (old)

This necklace is from the spring Kate Spade collection. Which made me wary of wearing it after basically August because of its pastel colors. 

Dress: Shoshanna (old)

But, paired with this navy sweater and silk combo Shoshanna dress, I think it makes a fun autumn combo. 

Boots: Tory Burch

I wore my brown Tory riding boots (shocking, I know) with them, and tights. I amazingly didn't need a coat today... It was almost 60! I can't wait to be back in California this weekend... Maybe I won't need a rain coat! 

Until next time,

xo

T

Weekend Warrior

Boots: Tory Burch; Pants: JBrand; Shirt: JCrew; Sweater: JCrew; Vest: The North Face; Bag: Rebecca Minkoff

It's cold here in Seattle! It drizzled all day today, which is the most annoying weather! You feel like a dork wearing a rain coat, and you don't need an umbrella, so you kind of just have to wing it. I layered a buffalo plaid JCrew button up under a simple grey crew neck, under my North Face vest. It was still chilly! 

Necklace: Kate Spade

My favorite Kate Spade necklace added some much needed bling to the outfit...

I also wore these Tory Burch boots that, to be honest, I never know how to wear. I wanted them SO badly a few years ago, but I always feel a little too rocker chick I them. But I thought this was a good balance. 

 I don't know about you, but I ends to have a tinier bag when I'm out running errands: just enough to hold my wallet, phone, to do list and Chapstick.

Hope your Saturday was as productive and fun as mine! 

Until next time,

xo

T

Rain, rain, go away!

Jacket: Burberry; Watch: Michael Kors; Bag: Kate Spade

It is already winter here in the Northwest, which means the rainy season has officially commenced! Luckily my mom gave me this lovely raincoat for my birthday - it has a wool liner so it's super warm! Plus it has a lovely a-line cut, which makes it a million times more flattering than the standard rain coats you  usually come across. 

Sweater: JCrew; Skirt: JCrew; Stockings: Wolford; Shoes: Tory Burch

I paired this bright red cable knit sweater with a navy blue, wool mini skirt. Tights and my bad weather Tory flats completed my look. I always like to feel classic and put together, even when the weather and my cold make me want to put on my old college sweats and watch Greys Anatomy all day! 

Earrings: from a tiny shop in Tokyo... They cost about $15 and I wear them more than my real pearls!

Of course I added oversized pearls and a headband... Blair Waldorf would hopefully be proud! 

Until next time,

xo

T

Sugar and Spice

Today was such a beautiful fall day! The air was crisp, the skies were blue, and the leaves were falling, scattering the ground with their lovely jewel tones. I layered (as usual) and wore my new JCrew bejeweled sweatshirt.

Shirt: JCrew; Sweatshirt: JCrew; Pants: JBrand; Bag: Kate Spade; Watch: Target

Matt's team likes to make fun of my bejeweled sweaters, but I get lots of compliments on them! So even if they're not guy friendly, I like them and wear them anyway :)

Shoes: Kate Spade

The sweatshirt and denim shirt I layered under it went great with these eggplant colored JBrand jeans. 

This leopard print wrap watch is from Target... It always adds some spice to your look! 

These Kate Spade two tone flats were the perfect compliment to the bedazzled and colorful outfit, and they match my Beau Bag perfectly. 

Until next time,

Xo

T

Polka Dot Party

I haven't posted anything in about a week... Sorry! Matt and I have been in the process of moving into a new house, which is as exciting as it is tiring! I think I have come down with a little cold as a result of all the craziness... But it was such a beautiful fall day today! I wanted to dress the part :)

Jacket: JCrew; Shirt: JCrew; Pants: JCrew; Necklace: JCrew; Bag: Kate Spade

I wore my polka dot skinny jeans from JCrew... They're always just what the doctor ordered when you need some getting ready motivation. 

The outfit actually ended up being pretty much all JCrew, with the exception of my Beau Bag. But since I wanted to be comfy I just paired my chambray button up with a light pink bubble necklace to add some polish. 

My double breasted navy blue blazer made it work day appropriate, too. 

Shoes: Tory Burch

And these nude colored, patent leather Tory Burch flats added the perfect neutral tone.

Until next time,

Xo

T