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ADDING STATEMENT STYLES TO A CLASSIC WARDROBE

I’ve spent the better part of two years hitting reset on my shopping habits and my wardrobe as a whole. Training myself to diligently ignore trends, invest in classics and donate/sell anything left in my closet that didn’t feel “forever” to me. And I’m pretty close to a wardrobe that for me – is perfect. I rarely shop fast fashion anymore and I never find myself feeling like I have nothing to wear. It feels great. But not that I’ve made it, it feels like I can open myself up to introducing a few statement styles into the mix. Things that – when thrown on with those more classic pieces – feel curated and add interest to my outfits. A little goes a long way here, but above are some of the pieces that I’ve either picked up lately or currently have lingering in my online shopping carts. After all, life is too short to not have a little fun with it all.

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A WEEK OF REAL OUTFITS: 10-12-21

This is, without a doubt, my favorite time of year to get dressed. Light layers. Bare legs are passable but you can also get away with a sweater. That back to school feeling (and style inspiration). I love it all. Below, a week’s worth of the real outfits I’ve worn lately.

P.S. These outfits are a mix of things already in my closet and a few new pieces. In the case that something is no longer available, or vintage, I linked a similar item.

P.P.S. Sorry that these are kind of crappy iPhone pictures. But they’re taken quickly on the go!

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A HYBRID WARDROBE FOR WORK TO WEEKEND

This past year and a half has drastically changed the way we work. And likewise the way we dress. I’ve been on a ‘hybrid’ model since the start of this year – meaning I work 3 days a week at home and 2 days at our Brooklyn office. And it occurred to me that I’ve started to transition to a hybrid wardrobe to match. A dressier trouser at the office, but just the blazer paired with jeans for video calls from home. A sweater for when it’s chilly at the office that can just as easily be worn into the weekend. If the mantra used to be “dress for the job you want” – I think it might now be, more accurately, “dress for the life you have”.

These separates from Talbots are a great example of pieces that can go from WFH to the office to the weekend – worn more casually or pulled together for a more professional look. A checked blazer, matching trousers, chunky cardigan and relaxed fit jeans. I swapped in one comfortable pair of heels, sneakers, a t-shirt and a button down and the options are kind of endless. They’ll all be getting a lot of wear this Fall and beyond.

Are you getting dressed up for work these days? Or still gravitating towards more casual pieces? I’ll always lean towards getting dressed but still want to be comfortable. All about that hybrid balance.

FOR A TUESDAY COMMUTE TO THE OFFICE:

FOR A BIG MID-WEEK MEETING:

FOR A DAY FULL OF VIDEO CALLS AT HOME:

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FALL WISHLISTS

Every Fall I find myself gravitating towards two iterations of what I like to think of as ‘academic chic’. One is softer, filled with neutrals and rich textures like suede and tweed. The other is more graphic with pops of red and a few fun prints like argyle or leopard. This season is no different and because I absolutely could not narrow down all of the items currently sitting in my online shopping carts – I made a wishlist with both. Below, my dream wardrobe for this Fall.

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  1. Plaid Scarf – It will go with every sweater in my closet.
  2. Suede Jacket – This almost looks vintage.
  3. Plaid Trousers – I love that these could be worn casually with tennis sneakers or as a full suit.
  4. Gold Hair Barrette – So chic, this is like jewelry for your hair.
  5. Plaid Blazer – With jeans or the matching trousers. Fall always calls for a new blazer.
  6. Platform Loafers – Chunky loafers are going to be everywhere this season and I’m on board.
  7. Straight Leg Jeans – In the perfect faded wash.
  8. Striped Pullover Sweater – This style is trendy right now but it’s also classic. Win, win.
  9. Tan Suede Ankle Boots – Absolutely dreamy. Code: Steele15 gets you 15% off.
  10. Plaid Button Down Dress – Aren’t you ready to get dressed again?
  11. Chain Link Necklace – Layer with a pendant and wear it everyday.
  12. Striped Button Down Shirt – I just got this and it’s perfect. Roll up the sleeves messily.
  13. Pearl Drop Earrings – These are so elegant but would also look great with a simple sweater.
  14. Woven Leather Tote Bag – I desperately need to upgrade my work tote and this is it.
  15. Tan Sneakers – These are a good upgrade from my current beat up tennis sneakers.

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  1. Velvet Bow Headband – A little bit Bardot a little bit Blair Waldorf.
  2. Striped Collared Sweater – About to hit ‘checkout’ on this while it’s on sale.
  3. Thin Gold Hoops – Absolute classics, at a great price.
  4. Leather Peplum Top – I’d layer this over a t-shirt, turtleneck or button down this Fall.
  5. Red Button Down Sweater – The perfect orange-y red pop of color.
  6. Two Tone Lucite Earrings – Lightweight and ultra mod.
  7. Patch Pocket Jeans – The perfect, crisp dark wash.
  8. Argyle Beaded Shoulder Bag – This is just so quirky and fun to me.
  9. Black Suede Ankle Boots – These are perfect in their simplicity.
  10. Vegan Red Lipstick – A creamy matte, long-lasting finish + clean beauty = an absolute winner.
  11. Sweater Vest – One of the biggest trends of the season and I’m into it.
  12. Two Tone Sweater – Minimal but packs a punch.
  13. Platform Loafers – These platform Bass Weejuns are the ultimate cool kid goes back to school shoe.
  14. Leather Mini Skirt – I’ve been swooning over this skirt for a couple of years now and need to finally pull the trigger. It would go with everything, right?
  15. Tiger Print Scarf – Pair with a classic trench or black handbag for a little bit of personality.
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CASUAL NEUTRALS + 2ND HALF OF SUMMER PLANS

I knew at the start of this year that it was going to be a big one in terms of my full time job – with the busiest season being this summer. Which can make it hard to feel as carefree as the rest of the world seems to with restrictions finally loosened up and summer vacations in full swing. That being said – I’m excited about the work I’m doing and am trying my best to squeeze in some fun moments wherever I can.

Day trips out to the beach. Hopefully making it back to the lake. Working my way through my summer reading list and making time for my new embroidery hobby. Planning a weekend getaway with my sister for late August. Basically eeking out any spare moments I can during the rest of July and August for a bit of relaxation and enjoying summer weather. And I expect to be wearing this simple, button-front midi dress for much of it. It’s light as air and smocked in the back so it’s super comfortable.

If you’re reading this and are in a less busy season of life – savor summer for me, will you?

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