Wishing you and yours a very happy Thanksgiving!
New Items In The Shop!
With the official start to the holidays only two days away, I have added some new items to the shop. Whether you're shopping for yourself or a loved one, these items all make lovely vintage gifts and will be shipped fully wrapped for the holidays.
Until next time, Happy Holidays!
Last Minute Thanksgiving Outfits You Already Own
Since adopting a minimalist wardrobe, I have found dressing for special occasions and holidays easier than ever. I accredit this ease to having fewer selections that I know fit and flatter me. This allows me to visualize and plan outfits without having to empty my entire closet and try everything on - a huge stress reliever and time saver.
With Thanksgiving just two days away, I have started to think about what I will wear and wanted to share my top three picks in case you're still undecided. These outfits include a dressy option, casual option and really casual option so you can pick whichever suits your plans the best. The best part about these looks, is that they consist of basics you probably already have in your closet, so you can spend your time enjoying family instead of shopping for something to wear.
Look One
The first outfit on the far left, is semi-casual and what I will likely wear this year. To me, there is nothing more festive than plaid so this look utilizes a basic plaid button down shirt, simple a-line black skirt and black wingtips. The red scarf adds a nice pop of red that will also keep me warm and I will likely add thick, cableknit tights as well. If you don't have wingtips or brogues, you can easily wear ballet flats or ankle booties instead for the same effect.
Look Two
The middle look is the dressiest of the bunch and features basic black pants and a cream cashmere sweater as the base. To accessorize, I pulled out my multi-strand J. Crew pearl necklace and Hermes bracelet, but any statement necklace and simple bangle will do. For footwear, I picked my go-to Salvatore Ferragamo Vera flats that are dressy and classic while still being incredibly comfortable. If you don't have bow flats like these though, any dressier style or a great pair of heels will work perfectly.
Look Three
The last look is the most casual of the three and is the only one with jeans. Like the first look, this one features a basic plaid shirt but you can also swap it out for your favorite white shirt. To keep the look cozy and fall-themed, I paired the button down with a quilted vest, loose jeans and brown loafers.
I hope these looks inspire you to shop your closet this Thanksgiving for classic combinations without the stress - or an added shopping trip.
Until next time! Happy Thanksgiving!
The Power Of A Stand-Out Sweater
One of my favorite things about a minimalist wardrobe is being able to transform my basics with one standout piece. This outfit, which I wore for a recent Saturday in the park, is the perfect manifestation of just that. The base is a combination I have worn countless times before, but by throwing on an eye catching sweater and ankle booties it was transformed into something new and fun.
As I shared in my last post, I have narrowed down my sweater collection to 8 essentials - 4 classic crew necks, 1 v-neck, 2 cashmere cardigans and 1 timeless turtleneck. One of my four crew necks is this incredible Ralph Lauren American flag sweater that I scored on eBay a while back. I love this sweater because it is a nice cotton knit that can easily be worn across all four seasons. In fall I can wear it over oxfords, dresses and silk shirts with jeans and booties as I'm doing here, and in the winter I can wear it with riding boots or heeled boots and a camel coat. In spring I can pair it with skirts and shorts or just drape it over my shoulders, and in the summer I can even wear it as a swim suit cover-up.
