Daily Outfit: Russian Prep

  This is an unexpected pairing... those can end up surprising me by being my favorite looks! I'm not usually drawn to preppy pieces, but this traditional blackwatch blazer was calling my name. With a (silent) shout-out to my Russian heritage, the look became a mix of fur, lace, and plaid wool. Just what I needed to beat that cold chill in the air. If only I was sipping tea while strolling NYC instead of spending the day at work...but I digress. Can't wait to wear this blazer at night with coated denim and some serious chunky chain necklaces for a more edgy twist.

(Kentfield Blazer- Anthropologie, Lace Blouse- Vintage, Hudson Nico Mid Rise Skinny Jeans- eBay, Red Skinny Belt- Gap, Mini-Wedge Ankle Boots- Zara, Russian Fur Hat- Vintage, Flash Cluster Earrings- MavenFresh)

Daily Outfit: All Night Vintage Sparkle

I'm pretty sure I let out a squeal of joy when I first saw this vintage Pierre Cardin sweater. It's gold and sparkly. It's an item you want to create your outfit around. And it also happened to be the star of my back-up outfit for NYE. Originally I had a dress in mind, but after trying said dress on again (the night before, you know how that goes!) I was underwhelmed. Luckily, my lifesaver Pierre was there to give me that extra zing needed to start the New Year off right. It ain't always easy to achieve glam and comfortable, but my new dark denim skinnies helped me nail it! I added a little more drama with leopard booties, old-school hammered gold earrings, chunky bracelets, and some big hair... and poof...all ready to go out to dinner and celebrate with a close group of friends and family. Can't believe that was already a week ago today! 

PS For those of you just itching to vary your relationship with the curling iron, I totally recommend trying the Hot Tools Deep Waver. Very easy to use and I love the crimped wavy results that will last for days if you let 'em. It's big frizz done just right.  

(Pierre Cardin Sweater- Vintage,  Hudson Nico Mid Rise Skinny Jeans in Chelsea- Shopbop {I got them on eBay for 1/2 price}, Leopard Booties- Nordstrom, Beaded Bracelets- Anthropologie, Nails- Sally Hansen Wishnets)