Lookbook: Sweater Dress + Simples

Crewcuts Mohair Dress sz 10,  Theory blazer sz 00 (similar),  thrifted Talbots belt

CL Simple 85 Pumps in metal rouge, Sparkling Sage necklace (not worth full price), Talbots earrings

This comfy sweater dress turned into my favorite locate from J.crew's very last sale. i'd've loved a longer duration, but my look for sz 12 came up empty.  I paired the heathered knit in opposition to a traditional black blazer, and broke up the gloomy colour scheme with rich jewel-toned add-ons.

those "ruby slippers" are a latest addition to my shoe own family. they may be steel rouge patent from a few seasons in the past, and the heel top is a decrease, relaxed 85mm (mine measure three.25"). They had been a random store return and marked down quite a piece. I cannot thank Elle enough for the sale alert! given that i am trying hard now not to hoard, my Elisa a hundred's in a comparable color have already been sent to a brand new home where i hope they'll get plenty of love.

Trying to stay warm in: J.Crew Lady Day Coat (2010), leather gloves from Mom, Goyard tote, H&M tights

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I struggle with styling my tough hair, so i was very glad to peer Wendy's braided bun academic. See her authentic look right here. on the grounds that I just were given my hair cut into quick layers, my braid was very small with masses of stray portions. I used my trusty bumpit and spin pins to get more quantity at the crown and to comfortable the final bun.

I had an appointment that day at 9tailors, a Boston garb company focusing on custom-designed, made-to-fit get dressed shirts and fits. I chatted with the founder, Sam, who (at five ft tall) knows the significance and venture of locating well-becoming garb. We flipped via sample books and cloth samples, and i'll be returning quickly to analyze greater approximately their girls's offerings. If any readers have attempted 9tailors, i would love to pay attention approximately your enjoy.

Imagine a custom blazer in lovely colored wool...

Nick and i wrapped up our day at Marliave, a French-American region in downtown Boston. i'm usually very detached approximately restaurant food, but I sincerely loved the "Sunday Gravy" pasta (requested linguini as opposed to gnocchi). It was sparkling, entire tomatoes stewed with pork, lamb, and beef till creamy, served over residence-made pasta. This location prides itself in the usage of clean & local ingredients (yada yada), however I may want to definitely flavor it on this dish. I killed it!

PS - Marliave has dollar oysters every day from 4-6PM and 9-10PM : )

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