{UNIQLO Trench, J. CREW Cardigan, MADEWELL Jeans, G.H. BASS ‘Weejuns’ Loafer, H&M Beret, PUCCI Scarf, ZARA Handbag}

This outfit is made out of simple classics that never go out of style. While I’m a gal that definitely loves to experiment and have fun with her wardrobe – time and time again I always see myself veering back towards the classic. When all else fails, you can never go wrong with a soft cardigan, a well-fitting pair of jeans and a crisp tailored trench coat. There’s just something about this look that screams quietly whispers “elegance”. To jazz things up a bit, I paired it with two additional classic pieces that I always keep in my wardrobe: a wool beret and a chiffon neck scarf.

Is your style more trendy or classic? What are some of your favorite classic pieces? Let me know in the comments.

{UNIQLO Trench Coat, H&M Leopard Print Dress, VINTAGE Beret, ALDO Earrings, TED & MUFFY Ankle Boots (similar here and here), RALPH LAUREN Handbag}

Let’s give it up one time for the birthday girl!

I wore this outfit recently to celebrate my birthday. It was a pretty low-key affair – Eric, Christian and I went out for a dinner at one of my favorite steakhouses – Porter House in Columbus Circle. Believe it or not, I used to shy away from animal prints. But baby, look at me now! I spotted this dress at H&M recently, and I liked it so much that I purchased thrice – in 3 different prints. What can I say, I like what I like.

I originally paired this outfit with red ankle boots, but as I was getting ready, I spied these delicious leopard print booties collecting dust at the top of my wardrobe and decided to throw them on instead. To break up the leopard print, I added a pair of slouchy black socks and quite like the way this look turned out.