PFM Confessional: Becca Says, Style Has No Number!

The latest issue of Lucky Magazine arrived, and I couldn't wait to curl up on the sofa and dive on in. When I got to the "Readers Ask" segment, there was a question that had me pausing to question myself. It read "I'm about to turn 30. Are there any clothing styles in your opinion that I need to say a long goodbye to?" 

Ok- take your time to reflect and then let's have a little fun. Are you in your 30s? Almost there? Already been there, done that? How would you respond...feel free to share with us! 

Well I immediately got defensive and thought to myself, hmmm do I remember consciously saying adieu to any of my style choices when I turned the big 3-0? Ummm definitely no- why would I have to do that? It shouldn't be about "having" to do anything. For me it was really more about my personal style developing and changing...and that's something that I will always love! That birthday 3 years ago had nothing to do with it. The trends always change, your taste will change, your budget can change, your shape might change. And I never once thought "uh-oh, now that I'm 30 I have to give up____." If you like it, wear it. Enjoy and stop paying so much attention to what other people think and what society deems appropriate. Plus, your confidence level is so much higher after leaving your 20s that (dare I say this) you should be looking forward to turning 30 instead of dreading it. Just now speaking from experience, being that I'm at a point where I can look back. In a world that is super-saturated with 20-something style bloggers, I'm proud that Sesheta and I are breaking that mold. We're going to continue sharing inspiration and our enthusiasm for style with you!

I love that Shopgirl posted about Advanced Style- a unique blog that totally drives the point home; style really has no number! 

PS-So what did Lucky have to say? I'm very happy to report that the awesome Ms. Jean Godfrey-June answered with a point-blank "no." And then she went on to tell a tale with the moral of the story being that the hottest age is from 32-35. Love this magazine now even more than ever. Ha!

(photo credit: Advanced Style- Ari Seth Cohen)

Daily Outfit: Orange You Glad...Spring is in the Air?

Yes, the title of this post is a little bit cliched. I prefer the classic punchline "I didn't say banana." I think of this silly knock-knock joke anytime I wear orange, which isn't too often (whew, right?) But why save the bright colors for when warm weather arrives? We know that spring style is all about color (cue the neon!) and I just can't wait. A burst of bright orange was exactly what I needed to punch up my look. I love how the different prints and tones of brown paired with tangerine and khaki made for such freshness! Finished off with the classic denim jacket. 


This was a weirdly warm day and I was so happy to finally not be shivering while taking pics in the setting sun. Higher temps to come, as tomorrow might actually hit 60 here...yay!

(Denim Jacket- J.Crew similar here, BB Dakota Leopard Blouse and Level 99 Skinny Jeans- Milk & Honey, Corona Fedora- Anthropologie, High Heel Booties- Zara)  

Daily Outfit: Maroon & Charcoal

I remember buying this jersey dress years ago and thinking "oooh I will definitely get lots of use out of this." Ok so I tell myself that A LOT which is why I end up with a closet full of items that I wear once and then sell on eBay. But...this time that I was totally right. Not only does it have a classic shape, but the deep maroon color adds life to my winter wardrobe (and I love it paired with blacks and greys!) I decided the dress needed a dose of menswear chic, so I grabbed my grey-leather boots that have oxford detailing and layered on a charcoal blazer and my trusty trilby. Finished the look with some feminine necklaces...I especially love this vintage filigree timepiece necklace that my Mimi gave to me. It doesn't keep time, but it sure adds style.

(Dress, Blazer, Boots- Anthropologie, Spanx Tight-End Tights- eBay, Shiraleah Wool Trilby Hat- Milk & Honey, Pearl Pendant Necklace- MavenFresh, Filigree Watch Necklace- Vintage Grandma Mimi, Studded Watch- Tokyobay)

Daily Outfit: Wild, Wild Wine

Can leopard be considered a neutral? I say yes...definitely. That's what hit me when I purchased this blouse at one of my fave stores, Milk & Honey. The pattern is muted just enough to be bold without being offensive, and I love the camel tones that dominate. It livens up what could have been an otherwise boring outfit. Not that I would have let that happen! Leopard+deep wine+taupe+black= a lovely wintry palette. What's your idea of a purrrrrrrrrrrr-fect animal-print color combo that you are going to debut in 2012? Oooh, have I mentioned that I'm also loving zebra+cobalt+black+gold?

Hope you all are having a fantastic week so far and starting the new year off fresh!

(BB Dakota Nadia Blouse- Milk & Honey {sold out, but this is it}, Scarf-Tie Sweater- Vintage, Jeans- Gap, Mini-Wedge Ankle Boot- Zara, Shoulder Sweeper Chandeliers in 24kt- MavenFresh)

Daily Outfit: My Trilby

The menswear hat...it’s been on my cool weather shopping list for quite a while. I finally picked one up that I really love, thanks to the ladies over at Milk & Honey. I can always count on this boutique for unique clothing and accessories that are not going to be seen on absolutely everyone during the season. This particular hat wasn't even on the sales floor yet, but when it was brought out from behind the scenes (thanks ShopGirl!!!) I knew it was exactly what I was looking for.

So I created an outfit around my trilby...it's fun to have new inspiration in your closet! The trilby reminds me of Woody Allen movies and the 1920′s. I ended up with a simple combo: flirty feminine plus a dash of menswear finished off with a low side bun hairstyle. Stay tuned for more trilby sightings over the next few months.

PS in case you were thinking I was trying to be fancy and rename the fedora, there is a subtle difference in the brim shapes between the two styles. The trilby has a shorter brim, usually curved in the back, and fedoras are the wider-brimmed ones. The word comes from the title of an 1894 novel by George du Maurier's 1894 novel, the heroine of which wore this style hat. I just wanted to throw a lil bit of fashion history at you...hope y'all enjoyed!

(Shiraleah Wool Trilby- Milk & Honey , Tocca Tie-Neck Blouse- Revolve Clothing, J. Brand Jeans- Anthropologie, Ballet Flats- J.Crew, Chain Cluster Earrings- MavenFresh, Citrine Cocktail Ring- The Indigo Pearl in Thailand)