Winter white sounds like a good idea in theory. I love whites, creams, and neutrals together – and in the cold weather, it somehow looks even more chic! But in reality, a winter white outfit isn’t necessarily the most practical, especially living in New York. The grime of the city and the natural elements seem to instantly be attracted to white. I think that’s one of the reasons that they say black is a New Yorker’s uniform!
That being said, while home in Florida, I jumped at the chance to ditch my all-black and wear a wintery white look! Even though it was beyond sunny most days, there was still a little chill in the air that was perfect sweater weather. I wore my new Club Monaco sweater with a slightly cropped silhouette and tiered, ruffled sleeves. Rachel and I snagged this on an impromptu shopping trip in SoHo. Sometimes the unexpected shopping days are the ones where you find something you really love. This sweater is just that for me! I paired my sweater with Topshop distressed moto jeans. If you haven’t already, y’all have got to try these on! They’re my favorite! The high-waist, slightly cropped ankle and stretchy material make them so comfortable, but they don’t bag out! I love them.
To keep things neutral, I wore my all white with nude Stuart Weitzman nudist sandals and my new taupe Saint Laurent tote. I felt like I was serving some Kim Kardashian realness with this outfit! Jason and I spent the afternoon in one of my favorite neighborhoods in the city – San Marco. We admired the homes, did a little shopping, and stopped for ice cream when the sun got a bit warm. Overall, what a perfect day! AND, to top things off, I didn’t get any stains on the pristine white ‘fit. I’d call that a major success!
Asal Sweater: Club Monaco. MOTO Ripped Jeans: Topshop Sold Out (Similar). Nudist Goosebump Sandals: Stuart Weitzman. Sac de Jour Calfskin Handbag: Saint Laurent. Sunglasses: Givenchy.
So I must admit…last year I went a little bag crazy. I got my Chloe and my Chanel, but when I saw this Saint Laurent “Sac De Jour,” I instantly fell in love. Usually I’m a sucker for shoes, but I guess this was the year for me to up my bag game!
Translated literally, sac de jour means “bag of the day.” But I think this bag isn’t just for the tastes of a day…it’s for a lifetime. Perched high on a shelf, I spotted the rich cognac color from afar. And yes, the color combined with the classic shape bear an uncanny resemblance to the Hermes Birkin (sorry I’m not sorry). Honestly, I love it! I was torn between this and a fiery red, faux crocodile mini version (seen here), but something told me that I would love this classic color and larger size for many years to come. I also think you can wear a caramel or cognac bag from season to season! Other details I love? The white top-stitching and leather-encased padlock. With a removable leather pouch in the center (perfect for your phone and lipstick), the bag combines sophisticated elegance with practicality. I’ve already worn my bag a couple times (like here), so I hope you stay tuned to see how I style it next! So yeah…maybe I went a little overboard with the bags. But really, can you blame me?
WTWT (Where To Wear This): a luxe day of shopping, brunch, or a special day at work.
Sac de Jour: Saint Laurent.
Happy New Year Dolls! Can you believe that 2017 has actually begun? While 2016 was pretty crazy, I really enjoyed the last couple of weeks of the year spending time with family. We spent the holidays laughing, shopping, and eating and drinking way too much. It’s been fantastic!
If you follow me on Instagram then you might have seen my story spending New Year’s Day getting a massage and relaxing at the One Ocean Spa, overlooking Atlantic Beach. It was so relaxing and serene! P.S. If you don’t follow me on Instagram, then head over to my page because I share exclusive content via my page and Instagram stories. Check it out HERE!
Between spending time with family and visiting the beach, I’ve been hitting my old stomping grounds around Jacksonville. I actually showed Jason the old surf shop where I worked in high school, which is unfortunately going out of business now. I made sure to pick up some stickers and surf T’s to remember the good ol’ days. Besides the surf shop, we visited my favorite art museum, and my favorite neighborhood in the city. Little 5 points is a young and energetic area that feels a little artsy, edgy, and has the cutest stores, bars, and restaurants. There is actually an old movie theater which was once a venue where I went to my first concert. Oh the memories! We thought the neighborhood was the perfect place to capture my outfit of the day and snap some photos in the sunshine. For our afternoon exploring the city, I wore some casual, dark jeans from H&M. I actually got these on sale for $7. What a steal! I paired my jeans with a navy pinstriped blouse from Zara. I’m absolutely obsessed with the flared sleeves! I finished my look with my new taupe Saint Laurent bag (more on this to come), and my go-to spiked Louboutins. I felt a little bit classy, a little bit rock and roll. And in my world, I think that’s a perfect combination!
Hope y’all had an amazing start to 2017 and stay tuned for more posts coming soon!.
Bell Sleeve Pinstripe Top: Zara (In-Store). Slim-Fit High-Waisted Jeans: H&M. Sac de Jour Calfskin Handbag: Saint Laurent.
