One of my favorite things about living in the city are the sample sales that occur weekly. Brands like Vince are marked down at a more accessible cost for interns, like myself. A few weeks ago, I spent the day going to sample sales, I found these pants from Scotch and Soda.
Tee (Calvin Klein) | Pants (similar Scotch and Soda) | Boots (Kenneth Cole)
Sunnies (Marc Jacobs) | Onyx Ring (Michael Connors) | Crystal Ring (Lucky Brand)
Button Up (JCrew) | Denim (JCrew) |
Earrings (Rebecca Minkoff) | Pearl Ring (CUSP) | Gold A Ring (Gift) | Crossbody (Handmade Gift) | Oxfords (similar Vince Camuto)
Lips (NYX)
Shirt (JCrew) | Skirt (similar Banana Republic) | Sandals (Dolce Vita)
Earrings (vintage) | Bag (The Costume Company) | Stone Ring (JCrew)
Todays look was inspired by one of my favorite bloggers, Something Navy, her classically feminine style is always so put together and cute. So I took a page from her book for a work outfit.
The turtleneck is from Nordstrom BP, the pants are by JCrew, and the shoes are from Nordstrom Rack and by 14th and Union. The blazer I wore was from TJMaxx and by Cynthia Rowley, but is not pictured here.
I pieced together a long turtleneck with metallic denim and nude pointed heels. I wore a soft pink Cynthia Rowley blazer over it to give it structure and a feminine touch.
Although the pieces were simple, the outfit had a sophisticated touch. The fits and pieces worked well together to create a great work outfit.
Who inspires your outfits?
-Amy
This outfit is shaped by accessories, the base of the outfit is simple, but the color choices and accessories give it a fall aesthetic.
The turtleneck and jeans are neutral pieces, but the scarf, bag, shoes and jacket really make the outfit.
The leather jacket is by Bar3, the turtleneck is from Nordstrom BP, and the jeans are Lookout High Rise from JCrew. The scarf is a vintage piece from my Great Aunt, the bag was purchased in Shanghai and the shoes are from Nordstrom and by Baila.
This weekend I met up with a fellow blogger, Roses and Rose for a photo shoot in Boston. We switched between photographing and posing and got some incredible shots!
Photography by Roses and Rose.
The sweater is from Urban Outfitters, the pants and cocoon coat are from JCrew, and the ankle boots are from Lord and Taylor and by Sam Edelman.
The sunnies are from a local shop in Stone Harbor called Wayward Gardner, the earrings are from Bloomingdales and by AQUA, the scarf is (borrowed from my boyfriend) by Hugo Boss, my ring is by Bali Couture and my bag is from the LF in Wellesley.
It’s always fun to play with proportions when dressing. For a comfortable look, I like to pair men’s sweaters with leggings or fitted denim and an ankle boot. Although this sweater isn’t mens, it still has that oversized feel. The blunt, boxy cut contrasts the tailored fit of the pants and balances them out. To pull this look together, I opted for a cocoon coat to give a straight silhouette.
-Amy
I spent the day exploring the South End of Back Bay. It was a great day to walk around the city because the weather was so nice. I kept my outfit simple and comfortable to make sure I was ready for anything.
On the way to brunch at Five Horses!
I got their brunch burger.
One of the pictures I took while exploring the city. The architecture in Boston is beautiful!
This picture was taken in the Boston Public Library. I can’t believe I’ve never been here before! It is such a beautiful building, the interior has is full of historic decor.
This is the base of my outfit. A turtleneck from Nordstrom BP, under a leather jacket by Bar3, denim and leopard belt from JCrew, bag from LF, and shoes from Lord and Taylor and by Sam Edelman. The cuccoon coat I wore over the look is also from JCrew.
Whenever I am in the city, I like to wear simple outfits that easily transition from day to night. I never know where I’ll end up, so I like my outfits to feel put together.
-Amy
Tan is a popular color this fall and has been seen both on and off the runway. I couldn’t be happier. This color is a warm addition to any neutral canvas and goes with just about everything.
I recently bought a sweater dress in a camel color and have been dying to wear it. I paired the dress with leggings, ankle boots and a leather jacket. The camel color and leather look great together.
The jacket is from Bar3, the dress is from H&M, the leggings are from Lululemon and the shoes are form Nordstrom Rack and by Vince Camuto.
The gold hardware on the shoes really ties into the warm camel color. They give a tough edge to the look, that works well with the leather jacket.
-Amy
Today’s look is a dressier take on how to wear a flannel. Typically flannels read as a casual, daytime look and are traditionally worn with some wash of blue denim. Instead of wearing blue denim, Jordan paired the flannel with black denim and suede boots. In addition to the accessories, the flannel fits more like a dress shirt, fitted and flattering. This gives a much more put together appearance.
The flannel is from Nordstrom Rack and by Jared Lang, the denim is from Pacsun, the shoes are from JCrew and the watch is by Diesel.
When it comes to clothing, fit and accessories are extremely important. They determine how an outfit reads. I highly suggest fitted clothing for men who want to look put together and polished. A tailored fit is always figure flattering and professional.
-Amy
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