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Cozy in Navy

October 2, 2018

Cozy in Navy

Sweater || Top || Jeans || Heels || Tote || Sunglasses

A classic, but casual outfit for this Tuesday morning! I think I’ve almost got the hang of this whole ‘Fall’ style thing. Chunky sweaters? Check! Dark colors? Check! Crisp fall days? Almost check, but that last one’s not really in my control.

I know that layering is the name of the game here in the Northeast, but I haven’t really gotten to that comfort level yet. My hubby, a born and raised New Englander, has it down pat and I’ve been taking some serious notes. I’m way too independent for him to pick my outfits out for me, but you know I’m always asking him for guidance.

Until then, I have fallen in love with the ‘sweater blazer’ style. I know I’m a little late to the game because these have been around for the past few years, but I never really needed one living in Florida. Better late than never! They are the perfect combination of put-together and cozy. J Crew and J Crew Factory do it the better than anyone with their sweaters, coming in several different styles (both collared and collarless) and colors. You know Navy will always be my number one pick, but this red sweater from J. Crew is perfect if you’re needing or wanting to add a splash of color.

Since I’m always partial to a monochromatic outfit, almost to a fault, I added this classic striped tee from J. Crew. If you’ve been keeping track, you may have noticed that I have this tee in every color available. I love the 3/4 sleeve and stripes will forever and always be my favorite pattern. What sets this tee apart is the quality of the cotton. I like it thick and soft to last the whole day with me and J. Crew’s tee measures up. This is a closet staple everyone needs to grab.

All I can say is, expect to see more of this sweater throughout the season and beyond. I have a very certain prediction that I will be bundled up and cozy with this sweater-blazer to last through the coldest of the Northeastern months. Wish me luck!

Love from NYC,
Katie

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Best Kept Vineyard Vines Secret

October 1, 2018

Orange to Apple Popular NYC Style Blog Vineyard Vines

Dress || Flats || Handbag || Similar Earrings

I would never claim to be a petite blogger. I’m 5’5″ and normally wear a size 8 or medium with an athletic build. My weight, I’m keeping a secret. That’s why I was absolutely floored to find this dress from Vineyard Vines. I just thought ‘how perfect for Fall.’ The material is as soft as can be and I love the buffalo plaid skirt accent. This issue? Well… I found it in the children’s section. But when I was looking at the girl’s extra-large, it looked plenty big and I thought, ‘what the heck?’ So, I tried it on and instantly fell in love. It’s a weird feeling going up the checkout to buy a children’s dress for yourself, but the people working at the store promised me I was not the first.

Sometimes, children’s clothes can look extremely juvenile, but this is not one of those cases. It’s just a fun casual dress to through on and go on with your day. What I found was a very rare opportunity to buy an adorable Vineyard Vines dress for under $70. A similar dress in the women’s section would run you around $100. I swear, I think it may be their best kept secret. Now, I’m not going to say that all girl’s dresses would work, but this one definitely does. I think I’ll have to do more investigating to see if this is a recurring thing or just a random stroke of luck.

To make this whole situation even sweeter, Vineyard Vines is currently having their Family and Friends Sale. That means 25% off your entire purchase and this perfect fall dress could be yours for $50. The sale is good for the entire site and I’ve linked up my favorite pieces for you to get some shopping done, just in case you’re not feeling like shopping in the children’s section. Be sure to check out my picks below.

I’ve had this happen with the children’s section at Target and often fit into their Girl’s XL, but I normally hear this voice in head telling me to stick with my own section. I’m curious, are you one to shop in the children’s section if the sizing is right or are you letting the little ones keep their styles for themselves? As a teacher, I would be at risk for matching one of my students! Awkward!

Love from NYC,
Katie

Gingham for Fall

September 28, 2018

Orange to Apple NYC Style Blog Gingham Fall J. Crew LOFT Basset Hound

Blouse || Skirt || Shoes || Sunglasses

In the summer, I can definitely say that I practically live in gingham. It’s the perfect pattern to wear on a hot summer day and the breezier the better! Since I’m clearly in denial that Fall is actually here, I wanted to try to think of a way to rewear my flowiest of gingham pieces, this midi faux-wrap skirt from LOFT. The color is the saving grace of this skirt. Black instantly looks more ready for colder weather and I had just the top to pair with it. If this silk button down shirt from J. Crew isn’t in your closet yet, you need to get shopping right away! It comes in 5 gorgeous colors and is simply such a good staple to have. I’ve recently figured out that gingham also comes in flannel. Duh Katie! I guess I’ll have to go shopping ASAP.

I have been wearing these loafers that I snagged from the Nordstrom sale over and over again! They are from Louise et Cie, but I think they make for the perfect Gucci dupe. When I was in Italy this summer, I had convinced myself that I was coming home with a pair of Gucci loafers to call my own. I think I sat in one of their Rome stores for over an hour trying to decide what to do… I absolutely loved them, but hated how their particular style looked on my feet. I couldn’t explain it, but knew I was not ready to drop so much money on a pair of shoes I wasn’t 100% in love with. The Louise et Cie pair made for a great alternative. I love the honeycomb detail on the buckle and, once I broke them in, they became one of the most comfortable pair of shoes I have in my closet. I’ve been eyeing the same style in Maroon for a while now and may just have to pull the trigger!

Now, on to my favorite accessory and partner-in-crime, Tripp! You meet him for the first time in this post back in Spring, but I think he needed another time to shine. I would not be functioning during this transition to NYC without my pup. I mean, just look at him! That face of his is the best thing to come home to after a day of running around the city. Now, one of the biggest questions I get is, how has he adjusted to city living? After all, he is just a country dog from Alabama who had a pretty sweet life living in the Sunshine State. Well, I’m pretty sure he absolutely loves it here! Basset Hounds are a pretty rare sight in the Big Apple, especially one as big as him, and people are always wanting to stop us and say hi on our walks. Tripp just eats up all of the attention, but I’m thinking it’s starting to go to his head. “No Tripp, you’re actually not a celebrity and you’re public is not waiting for you outside.” Because we live right next to Central Park, Tripp is still able to enjoy some green space every once in a while and now that the weather is getting cooler, our walks are finally able to get a little longer.

Yep, life is pretty good for the world’s largest Basset Hound and city life definitely suites him. He has never seen snow before and I can only imagine how he’s going to react to that. Don’t worry, I’m going to be the weird dog-mom and capture every second of it.

Love from NYC,
Katie