Styling A Vintage Coat & Cameo

Head to Toe: Blouse, coat and jeans, thrifted // Slides, Marine Serre x Melissa // Cameo, Anna Pearl's Curiosities //  Earrings, Impulse Control Vintage

This vintage L.L. Bean coats is one of my favorite possessions. Now that I am officially *30* it just feels even more sophisticated. Yep, I hit the dirty thirty on Tuesday, and it feels pretty great. Sean got me some beautiful new vintage pieces for my birthday as well, including these '80s earrings and this darling cameo.

I had a blast celebrating last weekend with friends, and on Tuesday with family. It's the first birthday in my memory where I really feel kind of different. So, new age, why not a new project? I'm always digging through thrift stores and stumbling upon awesome vintage pieces. Sometimes, I have a hard time leaving good finds, even if they aren't my size. For a long time I've been toying with the idea of starting a little store to sell such finds, as well as things that no longer fit or don't quite work for me anymore.

So, with some extra downtime at the office this week, I finally got my Depop store up and running. Depop is an app that's kind of like Poshmark but geared toward creative types. Go check them out and pop into my shop while you're there!

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A Tinsel Sweater That Sparkles Through January

Head to Toe: Sweater, Raga // Leggings, Marshall's // Booties, Seychelle's // Bag, JL Rocks // Earrings, Connie B's Boutique

Anyone who thinks sparkles need to get put away with the holiday decorations after New Year's definitely hasn't seen my closet. This sweater was a major I need item from my latest Nuuly order. It is totally statement making while being incredibly comfortable and wearable with leggings (just wear long sleeves underneath, the sparkly threads are itchy). 

January is such a tough month for clothes. We're over the autumnal hues of our November wardrobe, but spring florals are a world away. After New Year's, I love to resort to Valentine hues, plenty of warmth, and a dash of shimmer. It may be the last week in my twenties, but I don't plan on changing my style for the new decade just yet (refer to last post with loud sequined jacket). Just wait until you see how insanely bright and sequined my top is for my birthday celebration this weekend. Because 30 is the new 20, amiright??

Photos by Chris Loynd

Lucky Cat Sequin Bomber & Suede Leggings

Head to Toe: Jacket, Ottod'Ame // Faux suede leggings, Anthropologie

This Lucky Cat sequin bomber is everything I love about rental subscriptions. These over-the-top sequins are definitely my January vibe, and this kitty butt is giving me all the cutsie feels. That said, it retails for over $600 and it's not one of those timeless/forever pieces. So, I get to let out my inner cat lady for the month with one of my Nuuly picks and be that girl in the all-sequin bomber...for now. Happy New Year, fashionistas! How is your 2020 going so far?

The Perfect New Year's Eve Wrap Dress

Head to Toe: Dress, Callahan // Clutch, Vintage // Hair, Le Boudoir Darien

This slinky, silky wrap dress is everything I want my style to be in 2020: chic, easy and luxe. It was the perfect holiday party look paired with heeled booties this season. Sean and I will be driving home from Virginia on New Year's Day, so we're having a low-key New Year's Eve. Attire will most likely be stretchy pants with a side of sequins and a glass of Champagne—the ultimate accessory. But, if I were attending a swanky rooftop party in Manhattan (because in my head, I go to those all the time), this is the dress I would wear. Wishing you a happy New Year and fresh start, fashionistas. How will you celebrate?

Photos by Mindy Briar Photography

2019 Year In Review

 “The days are long, but the years are short.” ―Gretchen Rubin

This past year has definitely been one of growth for me. (Except when it comes to my hair, which I lobbed off over the summer.) I started my own business, managed to make a decent salary working for myself, and I learned to advocate for my worth. I put time and effort into the friends who put time and effort into me, and even made some new friends. 

Some years are a montage of all the places you traveled. For me, 2019 was a year to be at home. Sean and I spent a lot of time hanging in playing board games, listening to records and snuggling with the dogs. I made self care a priority, took a lot of baths and diffused a lot of aromatherapy. I decided not to make resolutions for 2020, only to be kind to myself and focus on family. 

Of course, there was a lot of fun fashion in 2019. I went to two fashion weeks and even walked in a local fashion show myself. There was a lot of thrifting, and I got on board with a new clothing subscription. Below, I've rounded up some of my favorite looks of the year. Here's to a new decade of great style!

 Professional photos by Mindy Briar Photography and Amishography 

Fair Isle Festive

Head to Toe: Sweater, Anthropologie // Jeggings, Anthropologie // Coat, Sparkz Copenhagen // Booties, Dr. Scholl's // Hair, Le Boudoir Darien

Happy Friday my favorite elves, we made it! I just knocked out a doctor's appointment, filed a story, and have homemade broth simmering on the stove. Sean and I are traveling to visit his family down south for the holidays, so we had my parents over for an early Christmas celebration last night. We enjoyed a great spread, tasty wine, and exchanged gifts. I wore this Fair Isle sweater from my Nuuly that I have been rocking all season. I love that it's festive without feeling cliché.

The night definitely got me into the Christmas spirit, so now all that's left to do is pack up our things for the next week and a half and hit the road! How about you? Are you taking this weekend to wrap up your shopping list or binge Hallmark movies? Merry everything!

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Evergreen In A Checked Blazer And Velvet Headband

Head to Toe: Turtleneck, H&M // Jeans, Anthropologie // Blazer, Capulet // Headband, Amazon // Earrings, Connie B's Boutique // Boots, Seychelles

Sean and I are big on getting a real tree and garland, but we decided to stick with faux this year since we'll be out of town for the holidays. So it was a real treat to be among the lush greenery and rows of trees at Nielsen's Florist  for this fun blog shoot with Mindy Briar.

It's exactly one week until Christmas Eve, and I'm not sure where the season went. To be honest, I'm ready for a fresh new year—and decade. The urge to check out at work is real, but as a freelancer, I need to keep up the hustle. That said, I want to take some of this time to reflect on the past year and all that has changed in my life and career. And, I want to formulate some thoughtful goals for 2020. Have you made your resolutions yet?

Photos by Mindy Briar