Boho Chic.

(Jeans, DL1961 in "Cashel"; Top, Club Monaco; Poncho, Free People) 

What is going on with this wacky April weather? While it might be spring, it totally doesn't feel like it with these winter-like temps we've been experiencing in NYC. 

I found this outfit tucked away in some of my photo archives and figured I'd share given the frigidness outside. I was a bit hesitant because the fringe poncho is different than the pieces I'm typically drawn towards: sleek, clean lines and patterns. If anything, the poncho is sending me all kinds of hippie vibes but I felt that the sleek turtle neck and slim-fitting jeans underneath were able to keep the look classic. 

In other news, HUGE Friends & Family sale happening on SHOPBOP. 25% off using code INTHEFAM. I've already made some purchases including that I can put to good use as soon as this weather turns around!

Purple + Grey.

(Jeans, DL1961; Top, Club Monaco (black seen here); Hat, Rag & Bone (also love this in "Shell"); Boots, Vintage)

I was back home this past weekend and decided to grab a drink with my mom at Washington House, an adorably quaint restaurant in the center of Basking Ridge, NJ. I hadn't been back since the night Tommy and I got engaged. This is where we ended the night of our engagement meeting up with both of our families and listening to live classic rock covers. WH has some of the most amazing cocktails. I had the "OMG!" and mom had "Make My Day".  I tend to skim through a drink menu looking first at the ingredients and if mint and jalapeno are paired together, I'm sold. If you are adventurous enough to recreate it yourself, the OMG! is tequila-based and includes the following:

-Tequila

-Solerno

-Pickled Jalapenos

-Lime

-Agave

-Mint

I decided to throw on my most comfortable pair of jeans and my go-to Rag & Bone hat. It always pulls a look together even when I'm in a hurry to get out the door! 

Camel + Coffee.

(Sweater, Zara; Jeans, DL1961; Jacket, J.Crew (similar here); Shoes, Zara(similar here))

 I love mixing colors that are all in the same family: White, off-white and camel - well, for me this combo is total perfection. In NYC, where we can so easily get wrapped up in wearing strictly black through March (and I am definitely guilty of the same!), it's nice to switch it up once in awhile and wear the exact opposite. 

Winter whites are a timeless yet refreshing way to change up your wardrobe this time of year so if you have yet to break your white jeans out this season, do it.

Photography:  Hallie Geller

Dueces, 2015.

(Jeans, DL1961; Top, Banana Republic (similar here - ON SALE!); Jacket, J.Crew (another fun pattern here); Boots, Madewell)

I hope everyone had a great holiday! Tommy and I spent time with our families back home and are looking forward to having a relatively quiet New Year's Eve. Seems like everyone is really feeling the laid back vibes this year more than the party scene. Looking back on 2015, it has been a very busy year. Besides starting a new job and moving into a new apartment, we got engaged(!), which will surely bring on an even busier 2016. 

I'll most likely be in jeans and a simple top and a fun pair of earrings like this pair my sister, Sam got me for Christmas. If we head to a bar for the ball drop, I'll throw this fun plaid jacket on. I'm usually one to opt for camel colored and grey coats but this jacket, as are all patterned jackets, is perfect to pair with a simple look to spice things up a bit! 

Have a fun and safe New Year's, see you in 2016!

Chucktown Chic.

(Jeans, DL1961 (now on sale!); Top, J.Crew; Boots, J.Crew; Cape, Madewell (similar here))

This past weekend, Tommy and I were in Charleston. A few years back were in Chucktown for a full week. It's kind of funny though - how when you only have a couple of days somewhere, you somehow seem to pack it all in, see the sights, more so than when you have a lot of time. Similar goes for me in life - whenever I'm really busy, I tend to get so much done as opposed to times when I'm not as busy where it can take me forever to do one task.  

We stayed along King Street, which is the main street in Charleston with tons of shopping (which I fully took advantage of and actually needed to check a bag on the way back - haven't needed to do this since I studied abroad 6 years ago). Where we stayed and even the wedding we attended really gave us the Charleston experience in the few days we were there. The wedding was at the historic William Aiken House on King Street and the guests were picked up for the ceremony in rickshaws - how fun!?

Brunch is my favorite meal so we managed to get two brunches in while in Charleston. One was at Husk and the other was at Lowcountry Bistro - two places we hadn't been to during our previous visit. Husk has a small menu, so you know whatever is on it will be good and they change their menu twice a day, which is pretty impressive.  Another great place I loved for coffee and juices was Whisk. It is in a key location so you can grab a coffee or juice and take it for a walk along the water. I also loved the ambiance - very cozy with friendly service - something I noticed each day I was in Charleston - the people are so friendly! 

Photography: J. Michael Walker

Pendleton Plaid.

(Jacket, J.Crew (similar version here); Shirt, Ralph Lauren; Jeans, DL1961; Bag, Reed Krakoff; Scarf, Pendleton; Shoes, Vince Camuto)

I love dressing for fall. Layers just make outfits so much more interesting, don't you think? I always like to go by the "3rd-piece rule" - you have your top and bottom but adding a scarf, jacket, hat or double up with a sweater and now you're talkin'. This Pendleton scarf is one of my favorites because of the tartan pattern but I'm also really feeling this one too.  

Happy Friday!

Photography: Samantha Lajterman

Black & White.

(Jacket, J.Crew; Chambray, J.Crew (sold out but similar here); Sweater, Ann Taylor (currently 30% off online purchases!); Jeans, DL1961; Scarf, J.Crew; Shoes, Vince Camuto (like these too in gold!); Sunnies, Ray-Ban)

I recently decided to take the plunge and chop off 6inches of my hair! I wanted to go shorter but since it was my first time in a long time having short hair (3rd grade??), I guess easing into it was the play. I went to Antonio Prieto in Chelsea and had Brenna, who was great and I would definitely recommend. 

I was contemplating this drastic change for a while, keeping in mind that hair always grows back if I absolutely hated it. Did I ever think I could pull off short hair? Meh. It wasn't something I pictured myself doing until later down the road but I'm so happy I did. Watching my locks float to the floor as I sat patiently in the swivel chair turned out to be extremely freeing and much less stressful than when I go in to get a simple trim.

Would you opt for a shorter do' this season? 

A bit on what I'm wearing: Black & white always look chic together.  I decided to take my own advice and layer up with fun textured pieces, like these Vince Camuto suede and patent leather flats (Michael Jackson, anyone? Yow!).

Weekend Wear.

(Jacket, Forever21 (similar here and here) ; Shirt, Madewell; Denim, DL1961; Belt, Madewell; Shoes, Michael Kors (similar here); Sunnies, Ray-Ban; Jewelry, Brighton, David Yurman, Tiffany & Co.)

I can't believe this weekend was my first full weekend staying in the city since I moved downtown. I'm happy I had the chance to take it all in while the weather is still warm. It was a particular treat for a couple of reasons: I had absolutely no official plans and my mom came in for a visit.  With no obligations, we took full advantage with some shoe shopping and a pitstop at Ed's Lobster Bar for a drink and clam chowder! There was even a cultural festival happening outside of my apartment with lots of live music, what fun!

A bit on what I'm wearing: Black and brown pair well together and my Michael Kors wedges are surprisingly very comfortable. I got them a couple of years ago, and while you may not be able to find the exact style, I have found that all the Michael Kors heels/wedges I own are great for comfort!

Brit Inspired.

(Jeans, DL1961; Shirt, J.Crew; Jacket, Barbour; Sweatshirt, courtesy of Knackered Goods; Shoes, Wythe NY via Gilt, similar here; Jewelry, Club Monaco, Tiffany; Bag, Ralph Lauren; Sunnies, Ray-Ban)

I was excited to have the opportunity to wear a piece from the new line, Knackered Goods. The brand pulls from British fashion and culture but maintains a casual and comfortable sense that alludes to American sportswear. What I love most is how soft the material is, which makes it perfectly cozy for meeting my parents for Sunday brunch. I threw on my Barbour jacket to stick with the British theme and keep me warm on the more shaded streets :)