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Brrr!

January 15, 2018 by jessica 4 Comments

The last few weeks have been one of the rare times I’m glad I’m not a full-time style blogger. All I’ve wanted to do is hibernate indoors, curled up in cozy loungewear and wait for spring. Not take outfit photos. And you’d think that for someone who lives in Wisconsin, I’d be champing at the bit to show off a closet full of cold-weather clothing. I don’t have that. I have a closet full of dresses that are aching for spring as I don the same ensembles over and over again until the weather warms up. So, my sartorial goal for next month is to hone my winter style and add a few new pieces to my wardrobe that don’t make me completely hate the season!

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A Walk in the Park

November 6, 2017 by jessica 7 Comments

It seems that every year I’m itching to buy a new winter coat as soon as the temperature dips — and this year was no different. J.Crew is one of the retailers I typically look to when I’m itching for a cold-weather update and I fell in love with their new “swingy coat.” I love the relaxed shape, which allows for bulky sweaters, and the warm sherpa-lined hood. There’s even a button tab at the neck to keep the cold air out. In addition to this coat, I’ve ordered this faux fur jacket to try. I already have a longer furry coat in navy, but I love the waist length of the H&M version. I’m also saving up for an insulated coat from Aether. It’s a huge investment, but so worth it. Dave bought one a couple of years ago and he’s always bragging about how warm and cozy he is on even the coldest days! Either way, a new coat is such a smart purchase for your annual winter wardrobe mostly because it’s all anyone is going to see for the next six months!

J.Crew coat | Gap jeans | Banana Republic long-sleeve t-shirt (old; similar) | Ferragamo flats (similar budget-friendly version) | Rebecca Minkoff purse (old; also love this one)

Style Snapshot

December 6, 2016 by jessica 6 Comments

While my new favorite pair of earrings may be sold out, you can still snag 30% off statement-making earrings at J.Crew like these beauties. If oversize earrings aren’t your thing, how about this gorgeous necklace? Pair it with a simple shift dress for a holiday-ready ensemble.

In Color

November 21, 2016 by jessica 16 Comments

Getting my hands on this hat was a year in the making. I found it on the Hudson’s Bay website last year and immediately fell head over heels for the candy-colored stripes. It was at the very top of my Christmas wish list that I gave to my parents without realizing that Canadian brand didn’t ship to the United States. (Bless my parents for trying, though. I mean, Wisconsin is basically a stone’s throw from Canada!) When I discovered that it was available on the Lord & Taylor site this year, it took minutes for me to hurriedly add it to my cart and checkout. It’s every bit as perfect as I imagined it would be.