PLAID MINI DRESS AND BOW TIGHTS

The Steele Maiden: Cute Holiday Style - Plaid Mini Dress, Bow Tights and OTK Boots

I mentioned on Instagram, but there’s a good chance that this outfit – all 90’s inspired plaid mini dress and sheer bow tights – is too young for me. But there’s an even better chance that I really don’t care. I just can’t resist a few bows at the holidays and my love for plaid mini skirts/dresses is at this point well-documented (latest example here). So who cares right? Life is short.. and in this case – so is my dress.

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These cute bow tights are from Tabbi Socks (I’ve got a fun project coming up with them I’ll be sharing soon) and the velvet bow in my hair is like the cherry on top. It’s an easy way to make this otherwise simple turtleneck and plaid mini dress feel festive and fun for a holiday brunch or tree-trimming party (for the record I’d really like to be invited to one of these – they seem like a good time). And if you’re looking for another simple way to elevate your holiday looks – I shared this twisted half up hairstyle along with 2 other ideas here.

Cotton Turtleneck | Urban Outfitters Plaid Mini Dress | Tabbi Socks Bow Tights | OTK Boots | Velvet Hair Bow

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WINTER OUTERWEAR: FAUX FUR VEST AND BERET

The Steele Maiden: Winter Outerwear - faux fur vest, beret and over the knee boots

We had our first dusting of snow last night in New York (it actually started just as we were finishing these photos) and it was a clear reminder that winter is in fact.. coming. I’d be lying if I said that fact wasn’t a little bit heart-heavy to me, so I’m trying to combat the winter blues with unexpected outerwear options. That means trading my standard coat for a long faux fur vest and wool jacket combo (together they’re just as warm as your duffle coat I swear). And skipping my usual go-to knit beanie for a trés chic wool beret instead.

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GREY SUEDE OVER THE KNEE BOOTS

The Steele Maiden: Grey Suede Over the Knee Boots and LWD

On Tuesday I mentioned that I wasn’t ready to pack away my white denim and it looks like same goes for my LWD (little white dresses). If you’re like me and want to find a way to style them for fall – give a trusty denim jacket and grey suede over the knee boots and minimal handbag a try. Consider it a test run for a few of these items before I head into Fashion Week..

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NYFW LOOK 2: PLAID COAT AND DENIM JACKET

NYFW street style - plaid cocoon coat and denim jacket

On Sunday I spent the morning dashing from one cab to another (that biting cold was not good for my wallet) before hunting down my Valentine and a nice warm meal for brunch. I’d been saving this plaid coat for the occasion but once I realized it wouldn’t be enough to combat 1 degree temps I added this denim jacket underneath. 40 degrees this week has never felt so good.

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PINK STRIPE T-SHIRT: GIRL’S NIGHT OUT

Pink stripe t-shirt, leather bomber jacket and OTK boots

Yesterday, I went the way of classic romance for a Valentine’s Day look – but I thought it would be fun to share a look inspired by Galentine’s Day (all hail Amy Poehler for this gem of a holiday) or for any other fun Girl’s Night Out. And since I’m so newly obsessed with this pink striped t-shirt (under $20!) I’m also going to be wearing it in tomorrow’s post for a casual look. Apparently, I’m in the mood for love.

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