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

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

Road Trip Attire

Jacket: Barbour; Top: Trina Turk (old); Pants: Rag and Bone (old); Shoes: Tory Burch; Bag: Kate Spade

Yesterday I had to drive back to the Northwest from my Mom's lovely house in the San Francisco Bay Area, where I had spent my birthday weekend. I always like to still look put together, even when I travel, so I wore my quilted Barbour jacket (a birthday gift from my Grandfather, who I think is more of an Anglophile than me...), paired with a Trina Turk top in a similar color. I paired them with my standard cropped skinnies and ballet flats.  My Beau Bag came in particularly useful - it's structured shape was perfect for holding everything from my laptop, iPad, books, magazines, AND my camera. Love it! 

And yes that is me in front of my Mini Cooper - that car is my baby! 

I like to wear headbands pretty much constantly.  They are a good way to add some polish to my super straight hair. The "T" earrings were a birthday present from one of my good friends and best shopping buddy. 

My arm party! My best friend gave me a set of French inspired bracelets,the one I'm wearing here says, "oui." So cute! 

The pretty view on the drive. I probably shouldn't have been taking this... 

My "mom's" puppies saying goodbye to me from underneath the gate at the end of her driveway.  I miss them and their wiggly butts so much when I'm at home in Washington! 

Until next time, 

xo 

T

Currently Craving

The Kate Spade New York Beau Bag

Photo: Kate Spade New York 

I have a confession to make: I have fallen in love with Kate Spade's newest bag.  I will admit that I am abnormally susceptible to all things bows and Kate Spade, but this bag really takes the cake. 

It is the perfect size for work and travel, as it would fit a tablet or laptop perfectly. And, with organizational pockets to spare, all of the odds and ends that make life easier have a spot, too. 

With my birthday coming up, a girl can dream, right? 

xoxo

T