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Closet Confection: Après Midi

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 {Guess Coat  (similar), H&M Scarf, Uniqlo ‘Heattech Turtleneck, Cos Skirt (similar here and here), Fendi Sunglasses, Vintage Bally Handbag via eBay, Tabitha Simmons Shoes (also love this print for spring)}

So you guys know I didn’t go all the way to Italy without doing a bit of shopping… right?

Of course not!

We spent the last night of our journey in Milan – just a few hours for dinner and a bit of power-shopping.  I’d heard great things about Cos and had been silently sulking for ages that their good aren’t yet  available in the US.  Wondering what all the fuss was about, I wandered in and was immediately smitten.  The vibe was sort of like a more minimalist and sophisticated Zara, with higher quality fabric and construction (but still ultra-reasonable prices).  After trying on a million things in the fitting room and unsuccessfully convincing Eric to let me buy them all, I decided on the skirt I’m wearing above and another dress (which I promise to show you guys soon).

After swooning over Tibi’s silk faille midi skirt (and dying a little inside over the $500+ price tag), I was ever so happy to have found this little number for a fraction of the price.  For this outfit, I tried to go with a work-appropriate styling.  But honestly, I can’t wait to go all out and style it up for a fancy occasion.

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Everyday Outfits

Closet Confection: A Lesson In Warmth



{Juno Jacket (similar here and here), Zara Faux Fur Stole (similar), Neiman Marcus Hat (similar), J. Crew Fluted Skirt (similar), Cappelli Fleece-Lined Tights, 3.1 Phillip Lim x Target Handbag, Coach ‘Lenora’ Boots (old, but you can still nab a pair on eBay.  I also like these from LL Bean)}

It’s freakin’ frigid in my neck of the woods, so I’m doing all I can to stay warm and toasty.  Not gonna lie, some days I go full on marshmallow-mode with a knee-length down parka and Uggs.  But most days I try to stay stylishly cozy.  My secret weapons are as follows:

  • Warm Hat: Bonus points for ones that cover my ears!  This hat I’m wearing comes with a nice fleecy lining around the brim that keeps me extra warm.
  • Furry Scarf: I picked this faux fur stole up at Zara on a whim, and I seriously think it’s my best cold-weather purchase in the past two years.  It adds an instant touch of glamour, and looks and feels surprisingly realistic.  I couldn’t find this exact one online, but I’ve seen them in Zara stores recently (and it also comes in leopard!).
  • Hands-Free Purse: When the temps dip well below freezing, it’s nice to be able to stuff my hands inside my jacket pocket.  This crossbody style purse helps me do just that.
  • Fleece-Lined Tights: Pretty much the greatest advancement in women’s hosiery in the past 10 years.  I’ve stocked up on a few pairs of these and much prefer them to pants or regular tights for keeping the winter chill at bay.
  • Snow Boots: I do a LOT of walking in the city, and it’s very easy for my tootsies to get cold.  Also, there’s nothing worse than ruining a good pair of shoes in the mucky slush and salty pavement.

So those are my tips, but what do you guys do to stay warm?

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Everyday Outfits

Closet Confection: Pom Pom Squad

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{Banana Republic Faux Fur Pullover, Zara Riding Pants, Kyi Kyi Hat + Fownes Leather Gloves via Century 21, Celine Handbag,  Born ‘Cady’  Boots}

I’m still poring over mounds of pics from my recent trip to Italy, so stay tuned for a FULL recap.  In the mean time, here’s a pic of what I wore my first day back in the city.  The weather turned pretty chilly while I was away, so I got nice and toasty in this plush pullover and my new obnoxiously huge pompom beanie.  I had on this sweater underneath, but it was way too cold to remove my topper (so you’ll just have to take my word for it).

I hope you’re staying warm in your neck of the woods.  Rumor has it that I might get a snow day tomorrow.  Keeping my fingers crossed!

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