Bundled Up Bohemian

It's cold as hell out there, so it's important to stay bundled up! To keep cozy, I go the layering route. It's practical-- you can peel off layers if you get warm, and add them on if you're cold. Makes sense, right?!

It's also fashionable, in my opinion. Today's outfit is an example of how to layer different fabrics, patterns, and materials to create a cohesive look. 

I like that my purple tank and striped cardigan are longer lengths than my vest. I think the asymmetry of the lengths is visually appealing. I added on my fun new ear-warmer headband, and moccasins to complete the somewhat hippie/casual-chic look. The turquoise ring, long necklace, and stacked bracelet pull it all together and bring out the coral from the headband. 

Because I know you wanted a close up of my face (not).... but you can better
see the detail on the headband.

Celebs I've spotted in similar knit head & hair-wear include:

Taylor Swift

Whitney Port

Shailene Woodley

How do you stay warm in the winter? Do you like to layer? Would you wear a knot headband to keep your ears out of the cold?

Let me know what you think of this outfit and how you're keeping cozy this holiday season!

Make it your own:

Vest: J. Crew (last winter)

Cardigan: J. Crew (last winter)

Jeans: Gap, Always Skinny $69.95

Turquoise ring and Head band: handmade pieces from a Craft fair

Stacked bracelets: New York & Company

Moccasins: Minnetonka, Kitty Suede Moc (I've had these for about 3 years-- so comfy!)

What to Wear Weekend: Dresses & Cowboy Boots

This is definitely a trend I've been seeing a lot more often as people continue to transition their summer wardrobes into fall/winter. You can still wear you favorite dresses, but for added warmth, put on boots instead of sandals. It's a good way to get additional use out of your flirty frocks in cooler months, and it can even work further into the winter by adding tights/jackets/additional layering pieces.

Here are some ways to wear this look:

P.S. T. Swift is adorbs. Like.. all the time. Envious.

A bit blurry-- sorry about that. Didn't have a photographer today!

For my outfit, I wore a feminine, floral dress with brown cowboy boots (sans tights). It was chilly out today, so I also had on a black cardigan and a vest for when I went outside. I cinched the waist of the dress with a leopard print belt. (As you know, I love mixing patterns-- in this case floral and animal print! It's a small detail but it adds a touch of personality and spunk to any outfit!)

Make it your own:

Dress: South Moon Under

Vest: J. Crew

Boots: Civico 10 from DSW

Belt: J. Crew

Cardigan: Talbots

Purse: Longchamp
Pink Cocktail Ring: Family Heirloom

D&G Watercolor - Summer to Fall

I love clothing inspired by watercolor palettes. I think they're soft and feminine, and great for everyday work wear. One of my favorite watercolor pieces is this beautiful Dolce & Gabbana skirt. I really love how it was styled with the egg-white long sleeve button down blouse.

I wanted to include this outfit on GJU, but since it's cooler out, I had to modify it so it was temperature appropriate. I wore a BB Dakota watercolor skirt I picked up at a sample sale in college (great find!), and paired it with a green blouse from Target. In a warmer month, I'd leave it at that to match the D&G look perfectly.

However, I also added a pair of opaque black tights, and a black vest from New York & Company for added warmth.

(P.S. I almost wore my gold, sparkly Toms to match the D&G model's gold flats.. but they looked a little weird over the dark tights. I'll work them into an outfit soon though, for sure.)

Think I got a little too into the "leaning" pose this time..
but my hair looked good so I went with it <3

Make it your own:

Shirt: Target $21.99 (I found it on the clearance rack for $10 or so)

Vest: New York & Company

Skirt: BB Dakota, about $46

Flats: Steve Madden $46.99

Tights: Target (Similar) $12

Pink Cocktail Ring: Family Heirloom

Silver Ring: David Yurman, Citrine

Chambray & Lace

...Or in my case, tweed and an oxford. But it has the same look/you get the idea!

I saw this ad for Ann Taylor Loft and really loved the whole ensemble. I love laying a bold, statement necklace over a button down top. It's a sort of preppy/girly vibe that I'm really into these days. Also, in my opinion, the structure of the blouse (pockets, scrunches sleeves, collar) paired with the simplicity of the skirt (simple a-line shape) creates a really pretty silhouette for more curvy women-- and I happen to be one. That works out nicely for me!

One of these days I'll pick up a lace pencil skirt, but until then, this gorgeous multicolor tweed skirt from J. Crew factory store is a great alternative! I don't own a chambray top, so instead I rolled up the sleeves of a blue Polo oxford. This necklace I'm wearing is one of my favorites! I picked it up from J.Crew (shocker) a few years ago when I was in college. It ties as a ribbon in the back-- beautiful detail when I wear simple tops/tanks/dresses where my neck is visible. Lastly, I wore nude heels to match the Loft ad and to finish the look.

I also modified the look for when you leave the office and it's a bit colder outside
by swapping out heels for boots, and layering on a puffy vest for warmth :)

Is this an outfit you would recreate with your own wardrobe? I'd love to see pics if you do! I'll feature them on my blog if you send them to me :)

Make it your own:

Skirt: J. Crew Factory (Similar) orig. $89.50 (I picked up on sale!)

Boots: Civico 10 from DSW (Similar)

Shirt: Ralph Lauren Polo (I got mine from the outlet, but this one's similar)

Vest: J. Crew (Similar) 

Necklace: J. Crew

Bracelet: Handmade piece from local craft fair