Wise Words Wednesdays. You can always mix up accessories to reflect the latest trends, but take a cue from Armani, and buy classic pieces that last.
City Girl logic: Skimp or Splurge?
Tall black boots are Fall fashion essentials. Whether you pair them with a dress for weekend brunch or over jeans and blazer for day, you can’t go wrong. Boots like these are as basic and versatile as a white t-shirt. So, what do you say? Will you skimp or splurge?
7 Things I Want Right Now.
The Great Gatsby book clutch by Kate Spade —The perfect cocktail conversation piece. It’s a little demure and a little goofy, perfect for those of us with a light-hearted approach to fashion.
“N” earring — Though it’s a single earring, I’m dying to pin this on a blazer lapel or turtle neck like its 1961.
Wool fedora — The Northeast has cold winters, and one thing my mom and grandma always said was, “keep your head warm and you won’t get sick,” and I stick by the advice as a great excuse to buy a timeless winter hat.
Leopard print pencil skirt — Though you could style this skirt a million ways, I stray from the Dirty Dancing approach, and would pair this with a black turtle neck and blazer or a cable knit sweater and knee-high boots.
Bumble and Bumble Invisible Oil —I have been reading endless reviews about how UTTERLY AMAZING this hair product is. One lovely lady I know, Lindsay of Belle Belle Beauty Blog, shares the same hair texture that I have— fine, prone to oiliness, and she swears by it.
Fringe suede hobo bag — The 70s are revived in this slouchy, burnt-toast suede bag by Cynthia Vincent. I would wear this with super basics to let the bag say it all. All you need are jeans, a tee, loafers, and sunglasses.
Vert drop earrings — This photo of Angelina Jolie has inspired me to find some similar earrings. The way they fall against her brunette hair and fair skin is so glamorous, right?
City Girl Logic: Skimp or Splurge? Snakeskin shorts.
Would you skimp on this trend (on sale) for $27 or splurge on the Isabel Marant version (on sale) for $149? I love a printed short for summer. You can wear these with anything from a basic black t-shirt and ballet flats (« these are so cute and only $17!), to a bright blue blazer and loafers.
Loafer Envy. It happens.
Commuting to the work or school in flip flops or sneakers? A City Girl no-no (Converse are the rare exception to the rule). Get yourself some loafers! They add unexpected gamine flair to dresses, shorts, jeans, cigarette chinos, skirts, the list goes on…
We all want comfort & style, and the loafer is a timeless AND comfortable addition to any closet. How can you beat these super chic styles that are all $75 or under? Can’t.
Find them here: 1. Lauren Ralph Lauren Glenda Slip On in Spice Patent // 2. Bass Cassell Loafer in Black // 3. Sam Edelman Etiene Loafer in Truffle // 4. ASOS Macabee Loafer in White Leather // 5. ASOS Latin Suede Loafer in Lime // 6. Target Merona Suede Loafer in Blush
