Everyday Outfits

Closet Confection: The Velveteen Jacket {Printed Puffer + Pom Pom Beanie}

{Nine West Puffer Jacket, Zara Coated Jeans, Maison Martin Margiela x H&M Boots, Fownes Leather Gloves, 3.1 Phillip Lim x Target Purse, Prada Sunglasses, Neiman Marcus Pom Pom Beanie} {Nine West Puffer Jacket, Zara Coated Jeans, Maison Martin Margiela x H&M Boots, Fownes Leather Gloves, 3.1 Phillip Lim x Target Purse, Prada Sunglasses, Neiman Marcus Pom Pom Beanie} {Nine West Puffer Jacket, Zara Coated Jeans, Maison Martin Margiela x H&M Boots, Fownes Leather Gloves, 3.1 Phillip Lim x Target Purse, Prada Sunglasses, Neiman Marcus Pom Pom Beanie} {Nine West Puffer Jacket, Zara Coated Jeans, Maison Martin Margiela x H&M Boots, Fownes Leather Gloves, 3.1 Phillip Lim x Target Purse, Prada Sunglasses, Neiman Marcus Pom Pom Beanie} {Nine West Puffer Jacket, Zara Coated Jeans, Maison Martin Margiela x H&M Boots, Fownes Leather Gloves, 3.1 Phillip Lim x Target Purse, Prada Sunglasses, Neiman Marcus Pom Pom Beanie}
{Nine West Puffer Jacket (similar here and here), Zara Coated Jeans (lots of options here), Maison Martin Margiela x H&M Boots, Fownes Leather Gloves, 3.1 Phillip Lim x Target Purse, Prada Sunglasses, Neiman Marcus Pom Pom Beanie}

I’ve always had a love/hate relationship with puffer jackets. Sure, they keep me nice and warm. But that warmth usually comes at the expense of  looking like an overstuffed marshmallow.   Fortunately for me, that all changed when I found this gorgeous jacket a few years back.  I was first drawn to its velvet brocade texture (a welcome departure from the puffers of the plain, black nylon versions that I was used to).  And once I tried it on, it was the dramatic face-framing collar that sealed the deal.  Add a pair of dark oversized sunglasses, and I feel like such a snow-bunny diva whenever I wear this jacket.

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Everyday Outfits

Closet Confection: His & Hers

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{His: Uniqlo Coat & Sweater, Club Monaco Blazer, Hanes ComfortBlendTee in Navy Heather, Ralph Lauren Scarf & Boots}
{Hers: J. Crew ‘Lady’ Coat & Skirt, Hanes ComfortBlend Tee in Caribbean Blue, Old Navy Jean Jacket, Arturo Chiang Booties}

As I’ve mentioned previously, my husband is always impeccably dressed and definitely has his own sense of style.  But this weekend (after much bribing with dessert cajoling), he allowed me to pick out his outfit styled around a Hanes ComfortBlend tee (available at Walmart).  His preppy schoolteacher aesthetic usually centers around ties, button-down shirts, and blazers.  So, I took advantage of the opportunity to style him up for a more casual weekend look.  We did make one compromise: a pocket square so that he wouldn’t feel too much out of his element.  All in all, I couldn’t have asked for a more gracious guinea pig for my little experiment, and I think we were both pretty pleased with how the results turned out.

While I was dressing Eric, I got a little curious about how the tees would look on me. I’ve always loved the look of simple t-shirts paired with pencil skirts. So I went with that and added a few extra layers for warmth.  I’m kind of picky when it comes to tees, but I have to say that these were a good bet for around $5 a pop.  They’re soft with a nice amount of stretch, and I love how they aren’t see-through.  I’m partial to v-neck tees myself, so I just may scoop up a 3-pack in white for spring!

 I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls Collective and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.

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Presidents Day Sales Picks

Hello, Lovelies!

I hope you’re all enjoying this fabulous 3-day weekend. There are some serious sales going on right now, and I’ve rounded up my personal favorites below.

Happy Shopping!

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ASOS – Extra 15% off with code LONGHAUL :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::

 

Banana Republic – Extra 40% off with code BRWEEKEND :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::

 

C. Wonder – Extra 50% off sales items :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::

 

Gap – 20% off your purchase with code TREAT  :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::

 

J.Crew – Extra 50% off  sale items with code EXTRA50 :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::

 

J. Crew Factory – 40-60% off everything  :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::