Casual Denim

I had a funny email from a reader one day asking if I ever wear flats and the answer is a resounding "Y.E.S."  I used to be one of those girls who was full time fabulous in sky high heels and a pencil skirt on a daily basis, but as life evolved, so has my footwear.  I am constantly running from project to project, schlepping heavy boxes of tile, walking through wet paint, and it's generally impractical to do any of that in 4 inch Louboutins (although sometimes a bad day is easily remedied by a pair of red soles).

I absolutely adore the denim on denim look, but there is really only one way to wear it: light denim on top, dark on the bottom.  I didn't feel like washing my hair, so I threw on my boo's Southern Tide Hat, ballerina pink satin Chuck Taylor's, and my favorite jacket on the planet.  I literally wear this jacket every single day.  It's been extra cold in Texas this year and my usual jacket wasn't cutting it.  I love how thick this Lululemon Calm and Cozy Jacket is because the tailoring and structure makes it easy to wear to the gym early in the morning and while I'm out and about. 

Jacket : Lululemon | Top : J.Crew | Denim : Current Elliott | Sneakers : Converse

Cap : Southern Tide | Bag : Alexander Wang | Monogram Necklace : West Avenue via Max & Chloe

Circle Necklace : Bauble Bar | Bracelets : Stella & Dot, J.Crew

xoxo,

sarah

Fair Isle

Isn't it funny how things that we used to think were lame and uncool are now trendy and stylish?  That's exactly what I think every time I see a Fair Isle sweater.  While they used to be what your scary Uncle Bob wore to Sunday dinner, they are now staples in numerous collections from J.Crew to Isabel Marant.  My girlfriend and I actually pondered last week, "What does Fair Isle really mean?  Is it a place?"  The answer to that, my little wiki-lovers is this: Fair Isle is not only a style of knitting with multiple colors of yarn, but it's also a tiny island in the north of Scotland.  They were made famous by Edward VIII who wore Fair Isle tank tops in the 1920's.  Sounds hot huh?  I bet he had some short-shorts on with that snazzy tank top.  I need to holla at him! 

How's that for a history lesson dolls?

So, this sweater isn't the traditional picture that comes to mind when I think Fair Isle, but it's as close as I feel comfortable getting.  It doesn't have knitted snowflakes or any of that crap on it, but I love that it has 3/4 sleeves and that it's gray.  Two of my favorite things in a cold weather top. The other super cool thing about it is that it looks like it's knitted inside out so it has a deconstructed feel.  Too bad my accessories get stuck in it every two seconds, but I can deal.  The real find of the century were these boots.  I have been looking for a perfectly simple and chic pair of cognac boots for years.  Not too brown and not too red. Cognac, y'all.  The leather is so soft and you don't feel like you are wearing ankle shackles.  They're like butta'.  Do yourself a solid and type in BRSALE40 for 40% off.  My little Christmas gift to you!

Sweater: J.Crew | Blouse: J.Crew | Vest: J.Crew | Skirt: Banana Republic | Bag: K. Sera | Boots: Banana Republic | Necklace: Factory | Bracelets: Stella & Dot, Cara's, Bauble Bar

xoxo,
sarah

Guest Posting for Eileen at A Creative Day

I am incredibly delighted, not to mention honored to have the opportunity to guest post for Eileen and the lovely readers of A Creative Day! Eileen is blessed with an amazing aesthetic for both interiors and fashion.  A Creative Day is one of the few places that I can always depend on for inspiration, great style, and great perspective.  We thought it would be fun to put together an outfit for a favorite holiday outing: picking out a Christmas tree.  This is always one of my very favorite events of the holiday season so I always give it the credit it deserves with fabulous, yet affordable and cozy style. Enjoy!

Jacket: J.Crew Downtown Field Jacket

Vest: thrifted, similar at Target!

Flannel: Old Navy

Denim: Ann Taylor Ivory Modern Slim Corduroy Pants

Boots: Sam Edelman Pierce Boot in Whiskey Leather

Necklaces: J.Crew Pearl Twisted Hammock Necklace, J.Crew Factory Brass-Plated Crystal Necklace

Ring: F21 (old, but love, love, love)

Bracelets: J.Crew Classic Pave' Link, vintage Hermes, Kate Spade, Banana Republic (in store)

An Obituary

It's the end of an era.  My most beloved Miley Cyrus denim shirt from Walmart has finally kicked the bucket.  She's been accidentally bleached, shrunken, and left out in the rain.  She's been used and abused, and she finally gave up on me.  All of the buttons have fallen off and there is a huge rip straight down the back.  I feel so sad...

Do you have a denim shirt that you absolutely love?  The perfect weight, color, and texture?  Please share. And while you do, I'll be scouring eBay for a replacement. 

Denim: Miley Cyrus for Walmart

Striped Top: J.Crew Factory, similar

Pants: J Brand, invest!  these are the most flattering, amazing pants ever!

Heels: Banana Republic Mad Men Collection, identical

Bag: Alexander Wang Emile

Necklace: J.Crew

Bracelets: vintage Hermes, J.Crew Pave Link Bracelet

Have a great weekend!  Hope your team wins, unless your team in LaTech!