get it before it's gone
Leave it to J.Crew to add glossy, new-looking polish to an old classic.
1. Polo Ralph Lauren sweatshirt, $215, mytheresa.com
2. Citizens of Humanity jeans, $360, mytheresa.com
3. J.Crew laminate barn jacket, $398, jcrew.com
4. Chan Luu embellished mesh tote, $245, chanluu.com
5. Victoria Emerson crystal ring, $29, victoriaemerson.com
6. Lanvin lace-up leather shoes, $890, saks.com
Boat shoes with beads? Why not?!
1. J.Crew sweatshirt, $59, jcrew.com
2. AGOLDE wide leg jeans, $230, mytheresa.com
3. Zara suede limited edition jacket, $259, zara.com
4. Westman Atelier mascara, $45, westmanatelier.com
5. Jenny Bird earrings, $148, shopbop.com
6. Sperry beaded boat shoes, $100, nordstrom.com
Yesterday my friend and I decided to take advantage of the late afternoon sunshine and enjoy lunch outside at Croft Alley in Beverly Hills. The crisp fall air called something cozy, so we ordered extra crispy french fries and a hearty tuna melt to pair with our warm layers. Of course, being perpetually cold, I needed more than one--though all I had was a lightweight Tanya Taylor jacket (chic, but not exactly insulating). Meanwhile my friend stayed toasty in a Varley jacket, which I couldn't help but covet not only for the added warmth, but for its versatility. I could already picture myself wearing it to the gym, on the slopes, and, yes, for lunches in Beverly Hills! Caught in this cozy buttoned-up mindset, I couldn't resist an impulse buy: the Oncept pullover. It's not just a style statement but it's the perfect blend of comfort and practicality, and I already know it will become a staple in my wardrobe. Along with others: this distinctly cool jacquard-print J.Crew and this fleece Polo Ralph Lauren that emanates Aspen sweater-weather.
More of a statement, less of a sweatshirt--a total win-win.
1. Matteau dress, $560, netaporter.com
2. La Double J feather-trimmed hoodie, $590, 24S.com
3. Ossa phone case, $55, modaoperandi.com
4. Jeffrey Campbell mesh ballerina flats, $144, nordstrom.com
Just a few more days before everyone heads out on holiday break--and I hunker down in sweater-ville. Think chic knits around the clock that go from the streets to the slopes to my cushy sofa. Mafalda Patricio's cozy combo of a Sea New York cardigan with Kule stripes are calling me, and so are Aspen-based Alexa Leigh sweaters, the patched red and hand-embroidered Ski crewnecks, that are made for both lounging at The Little Nell and mountaineering Ajax. Then there's Lucy William's next-level plush cashmere Suzie Kondi sweater, below, for London-ing and beyond, light lined cashmere (monogrammable) from La Ligne and Bottega's built-in layers. When I migrate into sweatshirt territory post-Christmas, you'll find me in the Free People fair-isle cardigan and Kule's rosette-trimmed beauty.
The perfect cross between casual and cool.
1. Topshop sweatshirt, $54, topshop.com
2. Maison Irem friendship bracelet, $60, shopbop.com
3. Soko stack rings, $115, shopbop.com
4. Mark Cross tote bag, $483, matchesfashion.com
5. Gucci slides, $390, nordstrom.com
Most days a week, I'm in two outfits a day: one for working out and the other for work, work, work! The first look has less wiggle room in terms of variety (my exercise gear is 99% flattering black!) but I can play around with what to wear over my leggings and sports bra. Sporty-chic jackets, flashy sweatshirts and zip-up fleeces help, particularly if they work post-workout, like the above reversible Tory Sport jacket, this shearling Varley sweatshirt, this Splits59 tie-dye pullover, this Adam Selman cropped print hoodie, this camo BB Dakota sweatshirt, and this Target print puffer.
This striped sweatshirt is a gym-bound game changer. And can we talk about those tie sleeves!
1. J.Crew striped pullover, $78, jcrew.com
2. Varley sports bra, $70, netaporter.com
3. The Beauty Chef Beauty Boost Kit, $45, netaporter.com
4. Fendi clutch, $850, bergdorfgoodman.com
5. Nike Free TR 3 sneakers, $130, netaporter.com
I'm not a fan of wearing gym clothes out of the gym, but this newly purchased Gucci-spirited sweatshirt is an exception, because it really does look stylish with jeans and surprisingly over a flowy dress. And I love the dressed-to-impress statement it makes when I show up at a Body By Simone class! Other no-sweat pieces that do double duty: this Stella McCartney hoodie, this Nike velour top and these Champion terry sweatpants.
