5 Classic, Closet Staples Currently On Sale

Happy Monday! I hope you're having a lovely Martin Luther King Jr. Day! In honor of this special holiday a ton of retailers are having sales galore so I thought I would round up 5 classic closet staples that you can stock up on now in order to get the best bang for your buck. I've listed everything below and would love to know if you pick up any of these goodies. 

1. First up is this gorgeous silk scarf from LOFT reduced to only $17! Made from 100% silk and featuring the loveliest floral print, this is a timeless accessory you'll wear for years to come. 

2. If you love cashmere as much as I do, you probably like to wait for a sale to get the best deal possible. Well, nows your chance to score a beautiful J.Crew cashmere sweater on sale! Even though Everlane cashmere has become my go-to lately, I have a few J.Crew cashmere pieces and have been very happy with the quality so this lovely sweater is sure to make a great addition to your classic wardrobe.

3. Before I invested in my beloved Chanel ballet flats the J.Crew Kiki's were my go-tos. The shape of these is perfectly classic and the leather is absolutely beautiful. Plus, if you want a pair of flats that you can wear with everything these are perfect.  

4. Next up is a black pencil skirt like this wool number from J.Crew.  When I worked in a more corporate setting, this skirt was a staple in my closet and I can't recommend it enough. Even though I no longer reach for it as often as I used to, I always keep it on hand and have been incredible impressed with the quality - it still looks brand new after almost 4 years!

5. Last but certainly not least is a classic, white button down. My my favorite non-iron white shirt that goes with everything is currently reduced to $73 with an additional %15 off today. If you're in the market for a white shirt that always looks polished (and never needs ironing!) then this shirt is for you.

Until next time,

Audrey

New In: Winter Fashion Haul

Happy Sunday! I hope you're having a wonderful weekend. Jason and I have spent ours taking it slow, having brunch at home, strolling around downtown and working on the house - the perfect balance of fun and productivity.

In preparation for my upcoming winter capsule (finally coming your way next week!) I have a small fashion haul to share today. If you saw my winter planning post, then you know that I had my eye on a few things for the winter season. After testing out a few of those items I settled on a few from that list and a few not on that list.

All-in-all, I'm very happy with the purchases that I've made and hope that they help inspire you if you're in the market for some great (affordable) cashmere, statement earrings or go-to booties. 

First up, is my favorite item this season - the Marc Fisher Yale booties. I LOVE these booties and after seeing them on countless bloggers I finally gave them a go and couldn't be happier!

Not only are these booties incredibly versatile (I've worn them with skirts, pants and jeans so far), but they're also incredibly comfortable!

I've had these for a few weeks now and have already worn them so much that I'm contemplating getting the suede for spring. 

Another item I really wanted for winter is a ruffled, bell-sleeve sweater. Unlike the classic items I tend to gravitate towards, I knew that this piece may not make it back into my closet next year so I didn't want to spend a ton on it. Instead, I checked a few of the low-mid tier retailers and ended up finding exactly what I wanted at Forever 21.

I'll save you a ton of detail now expect to say that I'm working on a post all about adding trend pieces to your otherwise classic wardrobe so stay tuned for that in the next few days/weeks. 

The second sweater that I picked up IS a timeless essential and an old favorite - the Everlane Cashmere Crew. If you saw my 5 most worn items from 2016, then you know that I love these sweaters and added the lovely light grey shade for winter.

I have an in-depth review of these sweaters coming soon but for now I can't recommend them enough if you're in the market for a classic, well-made cashmere sweater. 

Next up, is a new striped tee. As I shared in my winter capsule planning post, I've been on the hunt for a new, looser fitting striped tee for those days when I want something a little cozier.

After trying out a few options I settled on my go-to J.Crew striped tee but in a larger size. The effect is the perfect amount of slouch without being frumpy.

Plus, the 100% cotton composition and 3/4 sleeves mean that I'll be able to wear this tee year-round. 

The last two items that I picked up for winter are two pairs of BaubleBar earrings. The first pair is the "Mini Pinata" in coral. These earrings are the loveliest shade of orangey red and look fantastic with neutral layers now and will really pop against all white and stripes in the spring and summer.

The next pair of earrings is the BaubleBar 'Olympia' Drop Earrings which feature a chic marble effect surrounded by crystals and gold. I love these earrings and have worn them with my grey cashmere sweater, head-to-toe black and even a crisp white button down for a simple look that really pops. Unfortunately these earrings are currently sold out everywhere but you may be able to pick them up on eBay or Poshmark.

That's everything! I'm very pleased with each of these purchases and think that they will round out my existing core items beautifully this season. Before I go, I've embedded my corresponding YouTube video below and I'd love to know what you've picked up this season. Is there anything you're particularly excited about? Let me know in the comments below and I hope you have a great rest of the weekend!

Until next time,

Audrey

Capsule Wardrobe Outfit: Transitioning To Winter

If you read my "Winter Capsule Wardrobe Planning" post, then you know that I like to wait until after the holidays to fully switch over my closet for winter. Even though I'm avoiding a full closet switch up for a few more weeks, I've been slowly but surely adding and removing a few key pieces. With this transition in mind, today's capsule outfit combo is a mix of old and new with some great items that are currently on sale. 

Outfit Details

Striped Shirt, Medium Wash Jeans, Camel Coat, Black Sunglasses, Classic Watch, Red Lipstick, Everyday Loafers, Crossbody Purse

Until next time,

Audrey

A Simple & Festive Holiday Look

Happy holidays! Even though this time of year is the absolute best, trying to come up with a festive (and warm) outfit can be difficult so today's look is just that.

 

Featuring a cozy cashmere sweater and lacey skirt, this outfit stays warm with the simple addition of some thick tights and a faux fur stole.

What's even better, you can easily top it all off with a classic overcoat for a look thats equal parts festive and fun. 

 

Capsule Pieces: Everlane Sweater, J.     Crew Lace Skirt (Old, similar here and here under $20)

Accessories: Louis Vuitton Clutch (Similar here), Zara Faux Fur Stole (Old, similar here), J. Crew Crystal Earrings (Old, similar here under $35), J. Crew Gold Link Bracelet (Old, similar here and here under $11)

Shoes: Chanel Ballet Flats 

Until next time,

Audrey