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winter 2014

Business Casual

Closet Confection: NYC Prep {Crested Blazer & Cable Knit Sweater}

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{Ralph Lauren  Crested Blazer & Cabled Sweater, J. Crew Skirt, Hue Tights, Arturo Chang Ankle Boots (similar), Michael Kors Watch, Rings via Catbird + Artists & Fleas}

It seems like anytime I’m at a loss for what to wear, I fall back on one of two standbys: All Black Everything or Preptastic. This day, I chose the latter. I mean, you can’t really go wrong with the classics, right?

I’ve told you guys all about my addiction to Ralph Lauren’s cable knit sweaters, but they really are a staple in my wardrobe and are so simple to throw on but still look smart. Or maybe it’s just a throwback to my high school days when having a little tiny horse embroidered on your shirt was somewhat of a status symbol.  In any case, I just love ’em.

Now can we talk about the blazer? I just can’t seem to get enough of this thing either. Can you tell?

How to Wear a Crested Blazer{1,2,3,4}

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Business Casual

Closet Confection: Rule Breaker

Alyssi Tweed Coat + Tweed Banana Republic Dress
Evil Eye Necklace + Diamond Circle of Love Necklace
Alyssi Tweed Coat + Tweed Banana Republic DressWinter Textures
Alyssi Coat + Banana Republic Dress{Alyssi Coat (similar), Banana Republic Dress, Wolford Tights, Celine Handbag, Cole Haan ‘Calico’ Ankle Boots, Necklaces via TJ Maxx (similar here and here)}

For the most part, I’ve always abided by the rule that your coat should be longer than your dress.  But on this particular day, I just couldn’t resist pairing both of these nubby tweed textures together.  I mean really, can you blame me?  Fashion rules be darned – this coat and dress were just begging to be worn with one another.

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Everyday Outfits

Closet Confection: Shearling Vest + Elbow Patch Blazer

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{Zara Elbow Patch Blazer (similar here and here), Chas Mackenzie Vest (LOTS of options here), Uniqlo Sweater Dress, Lanvin Boots, Louis Vuitton Handbag}

I usually shy away from serious layering for fear of my outfits looking too bulky.  But when the temperatures dip, a girl’s gotta do what a girl’s gotta do!

I started with one of my favorite sweater dresses from Uniqlo.  It’s cut slim enough to be a little sassy, but it’s still very forgiving and flattering.  I also have it in navy, and I could just kick myself for not scooping up a black one when I had the chance.  After that, I topped it off with a smart tweed blazer and a shearling vest for extra warmth.

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