Black // Black.

(Pants, Theory (also seen here) Top, Club Monaco,here - ON SUPER SALE!; Sunnies, Ray-Ban; Boots, Madewell, Beanie, Club Monaco also on sale!) 

So you know that feeling when you get in a rut with your wardrobe? Around about January-February without fail each year that is how I feel. I have a closet full of clothes but nothing to wear. Bored with my favorite sweater and jeans combo, actually bored with pretty much all my sweaters at this point and I'm in need of a wardrobe refresh or maybe in need of a trip somewhere warm (I'd love that too!).

While Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow earlier this week, the weather is still cold and we have snow forecasted in NYC. Enter winter sales. Everywhere. Some of my favorite go-to pieces that 1) I'm not sick of yet and 2) are super versatile have come from Club Monaco. While I did not get the beanie on sale (lucky you because it now is!), I did get this lightweight sweater turtleneck on sale. It is super comfortable and doesn't have too much "turtle;" as in thick like a shell and practically covers your chin. Yeah, this one is opposite of that so you can totally go out without feeling all bundled up. Just the way I like it. 

Rooftop Malbec.

(Jacket, J.Crew; Sweater, J.Crew (recently worn here); Shirt, J.Crew; Denim, J.Crew; Shoes, Converse; Sunnies, Ray-Ban)

My sister Sam has a great rooftop at her East Village apartment. I'm lucky enough to live on the same street as her (only a couple avenues west!), making it easy to stop by for midday drinks and music with a view. As is gets chillier, I look forward to sipping cool weather wines like Malbec and sporting winter coats as an extra layer. 

For this season, I just purchased this camel colored coat from J.Crew. I love the color because it goes with everything and like that it has a standing collar, making it slightly more modern. It is super warm with room to spare for layering underneath too, but doesn't have the look of a bulky jacket - which is key!

Pumpkin Spice.

(Vest, J.Crew; Sweater, J.Crew; Denim, J.Crew; Necklace, J.Crew (similar here); Belt, Madewell) 

If you saw my last post, you know last Friday I was prepping to head home for "The Hunt" on Saturday. It was a fantastic weekend with perfect weather for the races and as tradition, my parents hosted a brunch of bagels, eggs and mimosas so we could fill up before we all headed into the day's festivities. 

There were a lot of restrictions compared to past years along with heightened security, but I actually think it made for a better Hunt! - Far less crowded so it was much easier to spot everyone you knew outside of your own spot!

I opted to wear my J.Crew utility vest over a lightweight sweater that usually has a jeweled collar that I took off and replaced with an actual necklace. I have also been looking for the perfect wash of denim and I recently found them, right in time for this past weekend! 

Neutrals | Patterns: Hunt Edition.

Gearing up for "The Hunt" this weekend? Every year, hunt goers come dressed to impress and this year's 93rd meeting is no different. However, as you prep for a day some closely relate to as "Christmas morning", keep a couple things in mind while you put your best (fashion) foot forward: 

-Wear layers.

-Water proof shoes (or shoes you don't mind scuffing up a bit)

-Bring your sunnies (and maybe a festive koozie!)

 -Something to hold anything else you might need such as a bag or an awesome pocket belt like the one below. 

Happy Hunting!

(Outfit 1: Vest, J.Crew; Sweater, Madewell; Denim, rag & bone (similar here); Pocket Belt, Zappos; Boots, Hunter X rag & bone. Outfit 2: Top, St. James; Jacket, J.Crew; Denim, 7FAM; Belt, Theory; Boots, Hunter)

Around Town.

(Sweater, J.Crew; Scarf, J.Crew (also like this one!); Pants, J.Crew; Shoes, Vince Camuto; Jacket, Old Navy; Sunnies, Ray-Ban; Jewelry, F.Gerald New, David Yurman)

Three-day weekends always seem to go by just as quickly as two-day weekends. I spent Columbus day weekend in the city and took advantage of all the great sales (and of course at J.Crew!). The new "Andie" chinos from J.Crew are a current favorite and a nice alternative to jeans this fall. 

Neutral Knits.

(Sweater, Lafayette 148 (similar here); Pants, Theory (similar here); Shoes, Tory Burch (similar here); Hat; J.Crew; Bag, J.Crew (fall/winter hue here!); Sunnies, Ray-Ban)

When I bought these silk pants from Theory, I didn't realize how much I would actually find myself wearing them! Silk lounge pants are great to dress up with a heel or down with flats as I've opted for with a lightweight sweater, which is perfect for the current change of seasons. Even though these pants are as comfortable as wearing pajamas, they look much more appropriate for a casual day at work!