Corduroy jacket, American Eagle. Cashmere hoodie, Juicy Couture (swap). Long-sleeved tee, Merona. Jeans, M Denim. Boots, Playhouse. Sunglasses, freebie.
I spend Saturday mornings at swim practice and, from there, go directly to the grocery store. While the weather was cold, I was living in a down jacket, fleece pants, and galoshes on the weekends. The streets are still sloppy, but this Saturday was one of the warmest we’ve had in weeks, so I tried to look a little more pulled together. The layers were warm, my cowboy boots** kept my feet dry in the slush, and the sunglasses disguised the marks 90 minutes of goggle-wearing leaves around my eyes***.
*And, yes, I still think hoodies on their own should be considered on par with athletic wear (okay for the house, okay for physical work, but not okay otherwise)…but wearing one under a blazer sharpens it up.
**My cowboy boots need replacing. Any suggestions on favorite brands?
***Seriously, after I get done swimming, my face frightens small children.
My current pair are just cheapies. I wasn't sure if cowboy boots were for me, but after wearing these to death, I think they are!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking for genuine leather with a wooden stacked heel. I really like the long pointy toe on my Playhouse boots, so I'd like to find that again.
Frye and Lariat are tops where I am from. But, they can be pretty pricey.
ReplyDeleteI usually agree with your do's and don'ts but I have to disagree with you on hoodies. I love 'em, the funkier the better. If you purchase an actual work out one then, yes, it belongs at the gym with your tracksuit( and in my opinion your tights).
ReplyDeleteI feel that most hoodies have separated themselves from lazy/workout attire and have joined the jacket category and truly have been dominating it for the last few years. I own maybe 3-4 jackets but I own a hoodie for almost every occasion possible. I think they are a wonderful addition to many outfits and maybe you should reconsider the lazy/gym only policy.
If you have high-quality boots, you can always have them resoled and reconditioned. (Provided you love them enough to do so). :)
ReplyDeleteOh I love the idea of a hoodie under a blazer. I'll be stealing that!
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