Showing posts with label Vintage. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Vintage. Show all posts

Thursday, January 17, 2013

Cozy Winter Knits


Sweater Dress: H&M (similar here and here) | Leggings: F21 | Socks: via Nordstrom Rack (similar here and here) | Belt: Arden B. | Hat: Handmade (similar here) | Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Boots: Vintage | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff | Cross Bracelet: INPINK c/o | Bead & Chain Bracelets: Tiffany | Watch: Fossil (similar here)

The last few days have been so chilly! I've been turning to cozy knit pieces like the ones I'm wearing here to stay warm and still look put-together. I'm looking forward to warmer days coming soon!

       

Monday, January 7, 2013

Sweater & Sparkle



Sweater: Old (similar from Brooks Brothers, RED Valentino or J.Crew) | Shirt: Abercrombie | Skirt: Crewcuts (runs large, also in women's sizing here) | Tights: H&M | Shoes: Via Spiga | Sunglasses: Chloe | Bag: Vintage | Necklace: Ann Taylor | Bracelets: Saks, boutique | Watch: Michael Kors

Sometimes I challenge myself to go through the items in the back of my closet and see if I can work the things that have been hiding back there into fun new outfits. I decided to give this old sweater (I think I last wore it over ten years ago) another chance. I liked how it looked with this new navy sequin skirt and some additional red and gold accessories to make the sweater look a little more polished. I think sequin skirts and big, warm sweaters are a great combination for days when you want to be cozy, but want to add a little extra sparkle to your look.

Readers, have you recently repurposed any items that you've had sitting in your closet for a while? What were they?

   

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

3-2-1 Contrast





Coat: J.Crew (in regular, petite, and tall sizes and on an amazing sale, but hurry--sizes selling out quickly!) | Dress: LOFT (last seen here) (similar from Ann Taylor in petite and regular sizing) | Turtleneck: H&M (last seen here) | Tights: Wolford | Shoes: Loeffler Randall | Sunglasses: Karen Walker Perfect Day | Bag: Vintage | Necklace: F21 | Bracelets: Tiffany, Boutique, Vintage, F21

While this gorgeous peacoat didn't initially appear to be all that special from the online photos, I fell hopelessly in love with it as soon as I tried it on at my local J.Crew. I waited a bit for a reasonable sale and snapped up a 00P, which fit me like a dream. The wool is thick, cozy, and soft, and the contrast piping makes any winter outfit look clean, elegant, and polished (like the everyday work ensemble in these photos). With the extra 25% off (code: HOLIDAY) 30% off (code: WISHLIST) and free shipping available right now, I'm seriously considering ordering a second in another color thinking this peacoat might be a good alternative since the one I'm wearing is sold out in many sizes.

Hope you're having a wonderful Wednesday, readers! Happy 12/12/12!


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Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Brunch Break




Shirt: Gap (similar here) | Shorts: Wet Seal (old, similar here) | Belt: Vintage | Sunglasses: Karen Walker Perfect Day | Shoes: ALDO (similar here and here) | Bag: Vintage (a very similar steal here or a splurge by Lanvin) | Necklace: JenniJewel | Bracelets: J.Crew (similar here), Express (similar from Max&Chloe), Ann Taylor | Watch: Michael Kors

Just a quick "hello" today, readers, as I'm in the midst of another trial. I will be so happy when August is over and things slow down a bit for me at work!

This weekend I got to take a little break and bike over to Snooze, my absolute favorite brunch spot in Denver. I've been in love with this place since it opened in 2006, and although it now boasts hour-plus waits during peak hours, their signature Pineapple Upside-Down Pancakes alone are worth it. (I'll note that I made sure to pick out a bike outfit that was a little cuter than my usual padded spandex shorts as convention seems to frown upon wearing those to dining establishments.)

Hope you're having a wonderful week!


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Sunday, May 13, 2012

Sunday Snapshots

Necklace: Ann Taylor (similar here) | Bracelets: F21, Ann Taylor,
J.Crew (similar here) | Watch: Vintage Dior | Scarf: F21

Dress: LOFT

Sandals: Ann Taylor

Pretty gingham dishes

Jacket: Zara | Dress: Ann Taylor | Sunglasses: Prada
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff


I've been a busy little bee lately--I'm excited to show you why once my little project is finished. In the meantime, here are a few shots from my Instagram feed over the last few weeks (see previous Insta-posts here). Hope you all have a wonderful week!

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Sunday, April 1, 2012

Sunday Snapshots

Ballerina flats: Loeffler Randall (on sale!)

Bracelets: Express, Common Era, Ann Taylor, Boutique
Watch: Vintage Dior

Romper: F21 | Sandals: House of Harlow 1960
Sunglasses: Karen Walker Perfect Day


Dress: Polo (similar here) | Loafers: ALDO | Belt: Vintage
Bag: Coach (old) | Necklace: Ann Taylor (similar here)

Shirt: Urban Outfitters (similar here on sale) | Button-Down: Abercrombie
Pants: H&M (similar here)| Necklace: Ann Taylor (similar here)
Sunglasses: Prada | Bracelets: Ann Taylor, Boutique

Sunglasses: Karen Walker Perfect Day
Necklace: Ann Taylor (similar here)

Hope you enjoy these latest shots from my Instagram feed. I love Instagram as a way to capture my favorite things in my daily life as well as the outfits that don't necessarily have entire posts dedicated to them. Have a wonderful week, readers!

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Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Hunter Regent Savoy Rain Boot Review






Photos: Katie Derus | Shirts: Aeropostale | Pants: Wet Seal | Sunglasses: Chloe (similar here) | Boots Hunter | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff | Necklace: JenniJewel | Bracelets: F21, Saks, Common Era, Boutique | Rings: F21, Vintage | Earrings: Kendra Scott

For all of you who know me well, you know that mornings aren't great for me (okay, yes, that's been nominated the understatement of the year), especially when they are rainy or snowy mornings. Seriously, what could be better than staying in, all curled up under your blankets, when it's gray and dreary outside your window?

Despite the dreary and uninviting weather on the morning we were supposed to go out and take photos, I was still excited to get a few blog shots with my new Hunter rain boots on, and they were great in the snow. My photographer, Katie, had always been telling me how frozen her feet would get in her Hunter Boots, but when I read some of the reviews of the Regent Savoy style, it seemed like they had some extra lining that kept your feet a little warmer. Lo and behold, there is a thin quilted lining in these that has been keeping my feet pretty toasty in cold weather. While Uggs they are undoubtedly not, the Hunter Boots are great for the wet snow or chilly spring showers that are just around the corner.

While I had admired the colorful line of traditional rain boots that Hunter has had available for a while, they didn't seem to work well on my petite frame. Once I tried on the Hunter's Regent line with its much slimmer and sleeker sihouette, I knew I had found the perfect rain boot. It was a tough all trying to pick which of the gorgeous Regent styles I wanted--I tried on the St. James, the Carlyle, the plain Regents, and finally decided on the Savoy with its quilted pattern.

Tip: if you do plan to order these online as I did, I would consider going half a size to a size down. I normally wear a 5.5 to 6, but I definitely needed this boot in a 5. If you're planning to buy the thick Hunter Wellie Socks with your boots, you should probably go down only a half size so the socks fit well. (Note: the socks don't fit wonderfully on the Regent styles because of their riding boot-type cut.)

Friday, February 10, 2012

Casual Friday





Photos: Katie Derus | Shirt: J.Crew | Vest: F21 (similar here) | Jeans: Wet Seal | Boots: Vintage | Necklace: F21 | Bracelets: Tiffany, Express, Nordstrom, Vintage | Earrings: ALDO

Happy Friday, everyone! I wanted to share with you these casual photos from warmer, less snowy days. Denver had an incredibly warm, record-breaking January, but February seems to be more than making up for the previous lack of winter. [Sigh.] At least I can make the best of the snow and go skiing!

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Glad It's Plaid




Photos: Katie Derus | Button-Down: Aeropostale | Skirt: BCBG | Belt: Vintage | Shoes:Via Spiga | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff (similar here)(last seen here and here)| Headband: F21 | Necklace: Amrita Singh | Bracelets: J.Crew, Nordstrom, Ann Taylor, Boutique | Earrings: Boutique

Remember these pumps and this bag from the other day? Last time you saw them, they were doing their duty as pops of color in a conservative professional ensemble, but today, they're giving a classic vibe to an otherwise-casual-and-fun apres-work outfit. Pumps and a classic, structured handbag don't always have to equal formal or dressy; they can just as easily lend sophistication to your weekend, off-duty pieces.

I really love the combination of different textures in this look--soft, thin chambray-lined plaid, a bandage skirt, ribbons and pearls, a sequined bow, snakeskin pumps, and smooshy leather for the bag. It's a little slice of heaven for texture-obsessed me.

Sunday, December 18, 2011

Foxy Lady





Photos: Katie Derus | Coat: Vintage | Jeans: Current/Elliott | Booties: Charles David | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff | Sunglasses: Prada | Bracelets: J.Crew, F21, Ann Taylor, Nordstrom

I'm generally a faux fur girl through-and-through, but I love giving a new life to vintage real fur pieces, like the one I'm wearing here. My dad picked up the furs for this coat when he visited Ukraine almost forty years ago, and he had the coat custom made as a gift for my mom. While this definitely won't be an everyday coat for me, it'll be perfect for a fancy night out in the mountains.

You've probably noticed that I've been wearing my Current/Elliott jeans a lot recently. I've been obsessed with them ever since I picked them up at Saks before they shut down their store in Denver. Current/Elliott is one of the premium denim brands that has sizes all the way down to 23, so it's a great choice for petites. The ones I'm wearing are the Ankle Legging (no hem necessary!) in Blue/Black. Oh, and the best part? They will be on Gilt Groupe today (Monday, December 19)!

For those that don't know, Gilt Groupe is a website that hosts online sample sales for a huge variety of designers. Their sales begin daily at noon EST (10:00 AM in Denver), and you can reserve and purchase items on a first-come, first-served basis. In order to shop on Gilt Groupe, you'll need an invitation--if you're not already a member, click here for an invite from me.