Friday, January 31, 2020

The Flawless 18-Year-Old Sweater

I have had this Banana Republic sweater for 18 years. And it is still flawless. No pilling. No stains. No loose threads. 

On a whim, this past week, I checked the tag. It confirmed it was made for the Spring 2002 season. (I love that BR posts the date on their tags!) And it is made of 74% wool and 26% cotton. I used to think that cashmere and merino sweaters were the holy grail of longevity, but not any more.

Not only does this sweater stand the test of time, but it also stands the test of fashion. 

Flattering v-neck. Timeless dark camel/caramel color. Understated ribbed texture. 3/4-length sleeves. Crop length.

I don't know what else makes this sweater so perfect, but if the people behind Everlane, J. Crew, and current BR could replicate it, they'd have a knit hit on their hands.



scarf by 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target, sweater from Banana Republic, Mason's pants, Donald J. Pilner ankle boots

Thursday, January 23, 2020

Another Plaid Pants Outfit

I have endless outfit ideas for these pants! Here is another take.



cashmere sweater by Theory, vintage Lanvin scarf, plaid Banana Republic pants, Jimmy Choo shoes

Tuesday, January 21, 2020

All New

Usually these days, I am buying secondhand online, which is a little risky when there isn't a return policy. This is because it is very difficult for me to get to a brick-and-mortar store for a couple of hours. However recently I had some time, and off to the mall I went!

I was looking for pants, and struck out at J. Crew. But Banana Republic had some great offerings and I took home this great pants-and-sweater combination, with colors and cuts that are right up my alley!


crewneck sweater and wide-leg crop pants from Banana Republic, Stuart Weitzman booties

Tuesday, January 14, 2020

Turn Up the Volume

Swish, swish, swish I go as I walk in this long duster cardigan and my wide-leg pants. Even with a sleek cami underneath, nothing can balance out my lower half from this volume of fabric. Thank you, house of Chloé, for this fun, if slightly unflattering, outfit!





long ribbed cardigan by See by Chloé, black wide-leg pants by Chloé, Pipina wedge heels by Christian Louboutin

Friday, January 10, 2020

Copycat Style

Hello, slouchy plaid pant worn with flats. You have inspired me. Never mind that you are unflattering, you look I-don't-care-if-I-dirty-my-hems cool. Like an office commuter who forgot to pack her heels.

So here's my take:


 black Club blazer by Rag & Bone, AKRIS sweater vest, Banana Republic plaid pants, Freda Salvador white croc loafers


Tuesday, January 7, 2020

New Year, New in Pink

Hello! The new year brings a new camera for me (and a tripod!) so I hope to be posting more this year than I have been.

To start off, here are some new items in my wardrobe. This cashmere sweater is almost too cropped for me, it's a little unflattering around the stomach. But I love the color and that is what's flattering about it! 

These jeans are from AG, they are the "Mari" high-rise. Gotta wear a high-rise pant with a cropped top! These are my favorite jeans right now.

I hope you all have had a great start to 2020 and that your year is filled with beauty and light.



Vince Shrunken Mockneck cashmere sweater, AG Mari high-rise jeans, Salvatore Ferragamo cap-toe heels, necklace from Etsy