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winter 2011

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Closet Confection: Sprezzatura {Or, Just Call Me Spreezy}

Outfit of the Day: Old Navy Plaid Peacoat, H&M Denim Shirt, Michael Kors Trench Dress, Zara Ankle Boots

Outfit of the Day: Old Navy Plaid Peacoat, H&M Denim Shirt, Michael Kors Trench Dress, Zara Ankle Boots

Outfit of the Day: Old Navy Plaid Peacoat, H&M Denim Shirt, Michael Kors Trench Dress, Zara Ankle Boots

Outfit of the Day: Old Navy Plaid Peacoat, H&M Denim Shirt, Michael Kors Trench Dress, Zara Ankle Boots
{Old Navy Peacoat, H&M Shirt (similar), Michael Kors Dress via RueLaLa, Zara Boots, Forever 21 Bangles & Ring (similar), Henri Bendel & Street Vendor Bracelets, Bulova Watch }

It wasn’t until after I’d taken these photos and uploaded them did I notice that my belt was coming undone and that my collar was crooked.  When I pointed these matters out to Eric, he just shrugged his shoulders and said I looked spreezy.  Huh?

Since my husband teaches highschool math, my initial assumption was that the word ‘spreezy’ was just some slang he’d picked up from his students… Well I guess I should have given him a little more credit.

As it turns out, spreezy is his shortened form of the Italian word sprezzatura, loosely translated as “studied carelessness” or “artful dishevelment”.  As it pertains to fashion, sprezzatura is the idea of projecting a carefree, nonchalant attitude about your appearance—when in reality you take a great deal of time and effort to create your look.

So the next time someone points out that your shirt is untucked or that your dress is a little wrinkled, just give them a sly little smile and tell ’em to call you spreezy.

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Closet Confection: Goin’ Out The World Backwards

Outfit of the Day: Zara Glitter Stripe Sweater,  Angel Skinny Jeans, Miu Miu Two-Tone Maryjane Pumps, F21 Bronze Cuffs, Sunglasses & Earrings

Outfit of the Day: Zara Glitter Stripe Sweater,  Angel Skinny Jeans, Miu Miu Two-Tone Maryjane Pumps, F21 Bronze Cuffs, Sunglasses & Earrings

Outfit of the Day: Zara Glitter Stripe Sweater,  Angel Skinny Jeans, Miu Miu Two-Tone Maryjane Pumps, F21 Bronze Cuffs, Sunglasses & Earrings

Outfit of the Day: Zara Glitter Stripe Sweater,  Angel Skinny Jeans, Miu Miu Two-Tone Maryjane Pumps, F21 Bronze Cuffs, Sunglasses & Earrings
{Zara Sweater, Angel Jeans via TJ Maxx, Miu Miu Pumps, Brooklyn Flea Necklace, F21 Cuffs, Sunglasses & Earrings}

I’m going to let you guys in on a little secret…

I’m wearing my sweater backwards, but let’s just keep that between us here on this blog.  I’ve eyed this sweater in Zara for a while, and I finally pounced when it went on sale right before Christmas.  I love how it has a touch of sparkle, but more importantly, it matches perfectly with my new shoes!

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Closet Confection: Boys Club

Today's Outfit: H&M Army Jacket, Ben Sherman Matching Shirt & Tie, Zara Black Pleated Skirt, Urban Outfitter Swiss Dot Stockings, Fendi Ankle Boots, YSL Arty Dots Ring, Michael Kors Gold Chronograph Watch, Henri Bendel Bracelet

Today's Outfit: H&M Army Jacket, Ben Sherman Matching Shirt & Tie, Zara Black Pleated Skirt, Urban Outfitter Swiss Dot Stockings, Fendi Ankle Boots, YSL Arty Dots Ring, Michael Kors Gold Chronograph Watch, Henri Bendel Bracelet

Today's Outfit: H&M Army Jacket, Ben Sherman Matching Shirt & Tie, Zara Black Pleated Skirt, Urban Outfitter Swiss Dot Stockings, Fendi Ankle Boots, YSL Arty Dots Ring, Michael Kors Gold Chronograph Watch, Henri Bendel Bracelet

Today's Outfit: H&M Army Jacket, Ben Sherman Matching Shirt & Tie, Zara Black Pleated Skirt, Urban Outfitter Swiss Dot Stockings, Fendi Ankle Boots, YSL Arty Dots Ring, Michael Kors Gold Chronograph Watch, Henri Bendel Bracelet
{H&M Jacket (similar), Ben Sherman Shirt & Matching Tie, Zara Skirt, Urban Outfitter Stockings (similar), Fendi Ankle Boots (similar), YSL Ring, Michael Kors Watch, Henri Bendel Bracelet}

While girly ensembles pretty much reign supreme in my closet, I occasionally like to dabble in menswear.  I picked this matching shirt and tie combo out for Eric a few years ago.  Sadly, he hated it wasn’t as enamored with it as I was, so he let me have it.  To keep the look from being too uptight, I decided on flirty hosiery and ankle boots.  I’ve been hanging on to these swiss dot stockings for a good two years now.  Every time I wear them, I’m deathly afraid of catching a snag.  I keep searching for a backup pair, but so far I haven’t had any luck.  I’m taking suggestions if anyone’s spotted a pair online recently!