Fashion, Travel & Lifestyle. – Page 156 – As told by Jessica Steele. Based in NYC.

January 21, 2015March 29, 2015

THE RIGHT DIRECTION

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It’s been awhile since I’d gone vintage shopping, but since I had the extra time over the long weekend I popped into one of my favorite neighborhood spots (No Relation in the East Village if you’re a local!) and got lucky with this button front plaid mini skirt for only $5! The cashmere sweater is vintage too and since I was on a roll I paired them with this faux fur coat and sparkly pin that all together gives off a sort of early-sixties meets Old Hollywood vibe.
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January 20, 2015March 7, 2015

daily specials

The Steele Maiden: Loft color block shirt with J.Crew camel coat and pom beanie

I like a bold pair of heels and a party skirt as much as the next girl, but the real heroes of my closet are the basics I can wear again and again. This camel coat is a Winter life-saver (extra warm and in a goes with everything color). Underneath I kept things simple with these thick ponte knit leggings in navy, a color-blocked oxford shirt and cozy boyfriend cardigan. Perfect for a trip to one of my favorite little local cafes. If you’re going basic though, make sure you don’t blend in. This vintage bag, fur pom beanie and ombre sunglasses were an equal match for the quirky charm of our neighborhood.

Aerie Pom Beanie // Loft Oxford Shirt // ASOS Cardigan c/o // J.Crew Coat – old, similar via ASOS // Vintage Bag // The Girl That Loves Leggings c /o // F21 Boots // Make Up Forever Rouge Artist Lipstick No. 40

January 19, 2015March 7, 2015

girl crush

The Steele Maiden: Valentine's Day outfit with Loft polka dot blouse

We’re still a few weeks away, but after my Mom sent me candy hearts last week (thanks Mom!) I’m officially in the Valentine’s Day spirit. I know this ‘holiday’ tends to be a bit of a touchy subject for some people – but honestly who can’t find someone they want to share a little extra love with? Some of my favorite Valentine’s have been with my girlfriends, making homemade cards for eachother, getting manicures, or grabbing drinks. So the first Valentine-ready look I’m sharing is one that’s fit for a girl’s night out. A polka dot blouse, statement necklace and killer heels? Better than red roses any day in my book.

Loft Blouse – now 40% off // Urban Outfitters Jacket // Lulu Frost Necklace – budget alternative here // Old Navy Jeans // Sole Society Clutch & Heels // MAC Lipstick in Ruby Woo // Revlon Nail Polish in Ecentric

January 17, 2015March 7, 2015

sunday steals

The Steele Maiden: French Connection ASOS Piperlime sale

At the end of last year I introduced ‘Sunday Steals’ – my end of week round-up of the best sales this side of the internet. And then, the holiday mayhem set in and I didn’t quite keep up with it. While I can’t promise it will be here every week, I can promise to share when things catch my eye that are at prices too good to keep to myself. Such is the case this week when it seems all my favorite major online stores are marking down Winter-wear. Just the thing for when you’re dreaming of Spring but it’s still a long way off.

ASOS has sale prices up to 70% off – I always go for the shoes and skirts (shocking I know) and I can’t keep my eyes off this flannel plaid midi skirt, Chelsea boots (in Pantone’s color of the year Marsala), and silver metallic Mary-Janes.

Lulu Frost marked down a majority of the Fall/Winter collection and a few of my daily favorites – like this crystal cocktail ring and pretty wing studs are now well under $100!

Piperlime has a major sale section right now and this pink moto jacket mayyy or may not be on it’s way to me as we speak.

French Connection is offering an extra 50% off their sale section with code 50SALE plus free shipping (aka act now!) and this better than basic black bag and floral collared shirt are no brainers at less than $30.

January 16, 2015March 7, 2015

pink punk

The Steele Maiden: Neon Pink Beanie and Nike High Tops

As far as street cred goes, in my furry pom hats and flippy little skirts.. I don’t have much. But I have a soft spot for specialty sneakers, even if I don’t break them out very often (I’ve had these since college!). With black jeans and a neon beanie, I kept the rest of the details – pops of pink, loose curls and a fuzzy sweater – extra feminine to balance things out. In other news – who else is headed into a 3 day weekend? I’ve got plans to try a barre class (anyone else tried this? I’m nervous/excited), clean up the apartment, finish the book I’m halfway through (Mr. Penumbra’s 24 Hour Bookstore), and maybe hit up some of the killer sales I keep getting e-mails for (Loft and Ruche are on my list). What about you?

American Apparel Neon Beanie // Lulu Frost Pin – old, I love this version now on sale // Old Navy Coat // ASOS Sweater c/o // Paige Denim Jeans c/o Piperlime // Sole Society Bag c/o // Nike Sneakers – option from J.Crew // Bare Minerals Marvelous Moxie Lipstick in Never Say Never