Don't Sweat It

Top | Oiselle Lux Hoodie
Pants | Mystery brand (tag has long been removed)
Kicks | Asics
Backpack  Clare V

On the weekends, I often try to dress in a way I perceive as slouchy and cool, but not sloppy. It is a tough needle to thread, and I don't think I always get it right. Also, for some reason, it feels harder to do as a short woman, because the fit needs to be slouchy but not just a size too large. 

This day, though, I felt cool. Oiselle is an athletic clothing company from Seattle, with an awesome female founder (The Woman Who Took On Nike With Running Shorts), and this hoodie is amazing. It is soft, the perfect thickness (not too warm and yet not lacking in warmth) and I really like the color. I paired it with my favorite pair of track pants, pulled up a podcast, and I was out the door. 

 Do you have a go-to "off-duty" cool look?

Should Have Done a D.I.Y.

Blazer | Theory
Sweater | J. Crew
Pants | DL1961

I am slowly but surely incorporating more "holiday" elements into my wardrobe. If it is shiny, sparkly, red, or velvet, there is a good chance I will capitalize on wearing it over the next few weeks. 

This sweater is from J. Crew, and over 3 years old. I fell for it immediately, and then proceeded to rarely wear it because the cashmere pilled at the slightest touch (it isn't a shirt layered under a sweater, the collar is connected). It is a case where, even though I think the sweater is cute, I should have just bought a collared shirt and done my own DIY addition of beads to the collar. (It worked out with my feather blazer). I could have been layering it under different sweaters all of these years for a more versatile look!

 Do you have a look you'd wish you just tackled on your own, instead of buying it - ready made - in stores?

Fringe Factor

This dress makes me think of winter and summer at the same time. I can see it with a metallic sandal or cute wedge, being versatile in the summer, or with black tights, lots of sparkle, and perfect for a holiday party. 

Maje Smocked Fringe Dress

To be fair - this is not how I wore this to work. I added black tights, and an oversized cardigan, as otherwise I think there is a bit too much leg here. I found this dress at ReLove SF and instantly fell in love. I like the fabric, the fringe, and the waist, which is a little unusual. It can be worn all the way pulled down, or folded on top of itself and I think it would also look cool belted, which is how I saw it on Lyst's website:

I have to say though, that this dress is a little finicky - it is mostly cotton but look at the care instructions!  Whatever - I will probably hand wash, dry clean, or just will it to be clean with the power of my mind - hopefully that doesn't disintegrate it = )

Thanks for stopping by!

Style Dtour: Gilmore Girls - Rory

Sweater | Inhabit
Jeans | DL1961
Bag | Rebecca Minkoff 5-Zip

     Last, but certainly not least, I bring you my Rory inspired look, and wanted to thank everyone who has followed along these last few days. I hope everyone has a Happy Thanksgiving, and that these re-boot episodes deliver. 
     This is inspired by Rory's college years, where girlfriend wore a lot of sweaters and jeans, and the occasional jean or corduroy jacket. I kept it simple, pairing this cashmere sweater with my favorite jeans, and I am ready to curl up with a good book, or get involved in a love triangle. Also, while I sadly don't have a pink Birkin to pair with this outfit, I feel like Rory might have rocked this Rebecca Minkoff bag pre-Logan.

What do you think, and what in your closet makes you think of Rory?

Style Dtour: Gilmore Girls - Lorelai

Welcome to Day Three. Today, I bring you a look inspired by the human Energizer Bunny that is Lorelai Gilmore. I really wanted to find something that was inspired by her "Rory's First Day at Chilton" look, but I just don't have anything like that in my closet. In the later seasons, she wore a lot of wrap dresses, so this felt appropriate. I basically always layer a tank under this dress, since the V is a bit low, but in looking at photos, Lorelai never did, so I thought, what the heck, I'll give it a try. Also, she wore a lot of heels, usually kitten heels. Those are my least favorite type of heel and I don't own any, so I upped the heel height, and don't think she'd mind. 

Dress | BCBGeneration
Shoes | Aldo
Mug | Kate Spade

What do you think and what in your closet reminds you of Lorelai?

Style Dtour: Gilmore Girls - Gypsy

Welcome to Day Two. Today, I am paying homage to the Stars Hollow mechanic, Gypsy. Goodness knows I love a jumpsuit, and this one is very comfortable. I've tried styling it w/ a lacy tank, to balance out the more masculine style of the cut and color, but here I paired it with a t-shirt that has two panthers crawling across the front (so, you know, a slightly different direction)...

Jumpsuit | Paige
Top | Elizabeth and James
Sunglasses | Ray Ban

This one is nice because the bottom is like a pair of jeans, basically, so it isn't totally shapeless. However, I find there is a bit of an adjustment period with a new jumpsuit, which I have to keep in mind when I have to pee. The buttons on this were pretty stiff initially and it took forever to unbutton. 

Now if I only knew how to change a tire.

What do you think - what in your closet makes you think of Gypsy?