December 14, 2013

Holly Golightly

by Rachael in Images, Links, What to Wear, Style

Holly Golighty, Breakfast at Tiffany's Style

Breakfast at Tiffany's is a silly movie. I liked it when I was younger as a lot of girls do, as a lot of grown girls do. I thought the movie was deep and the dialogue clever and profound. It isn't and it's not. I thought the clothes were amazing and Audrey Hepburn as Holly Golightly to be the epitome of style. They still are and she still is.

I've not read the movie's source material, Truman Capote's novel, Breakfast at Tiffany's, but mean to. I will be interested to see if Holly Golightly is more dynamic in print. But books don't have timeless trench coats and French twists and the best little black dress. Here are some looks inspired by Holly Golightly - her character may be superficial, but her style is utterly imitable.

Cardigan, Photo, Wristlet, Shoes, Jeans, Bag, Watch, Headband

Poster, Ring, Champagne-Colored Clutch, Silver Heels, Dress, Brown Heels, Red and Green Purse, Bracelet

Poster, Dress, Bracelet, Clutch, Heels

Trench Coat, White Tee, Scarf, Purse, Photo, Boots, Jeans, Umbrella

December 3, 2013

Holiday Style

by Rachael in Images, Links, What to Wear

Pea coats make me happy, maybe even more so on men than women. I'm always trying to talk guys into wearing pea coats ("an expensive coat is an investment", "they're sexy!") with limited success. Pea coat, puffer coat, or parka, stay warm through the holidays and take advantage of cute cold-weather accessories. After all, it's scientifically proven that mittens keep your hands warmer than gloves and common knowledge that they're adorable. Here's to delightful holiday outfits!

Coats (L - R): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8; Holiday Style Inspiration (Photos L - R): 1, 2, 3; Above: Scarf, Cardigan, Dress, Clutch, Earrings, Booties, Tights

Scarf, Chambray Shirt, Braid, Backpack, Pants, Loafers

Scarf, Jacket, Tee, Purse, Watch, Change Pouch, Booties, Pants

Holiday Style Inspiration (Photos L - R): 1, 2, 3, 4; Coat, Dress, Earrings, Bracelet, Clutch, Tights, Booties

Holiday Style Inspiration (Photos L - R): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Sweater, Tee, Bracelet, Scarf, Wallet, Bag, Jeans, Booties

November 28, 2013

Comfy Cozy

by Rachael in Images, Links, What to Wear

'Tis the season to stay warm! Here are some outfits to keep you warm and cozy and comfortable and toasty until the sun comes back. (The above pic is the backyard of my parent's house. "So beautiful" I noted from under the covers of the bed in the heated house.)

If you feel the need to work out prior to holiday eating binges, stay warm and stylish Burgundy and Black Top, Black Scarf, Leather Jacket, Black Hat, Ear Muffs, Sneakers, Sweatpants, Bag

Comfy, Cozy Winter Clothes and Accessories

A kitschy sweater to open presents in and a comfy tights and boots outfit for errand-running (L) Coat, Sweater, Tassel Necklace, Love Hat, Boots, Jeans, Bag; (R) Bag, Blue Top, Medallion Necklace, White Cami, Coat, Gold Hat, Red Cuff, Tights, Corduroy Skirt

Comfy Pajamas and Cold Weather Accessories

When all else fails, hunker down in cute, comfortable PJs and wait it out until spring! Gray and White Scarf, Striped Slippers, Pink Scarf, Gloves, White and Pink Hat, Gray Pajama Pants, Navy Checkered Pajama Bottoms, Blue Checkered Pajama Bottoms, Gray Tee and Matching Pajama Bottoms, Tan Slippers

November 16, 2013

A Few More Fall Things

by Rachael in Images, Links, What to Wear

https://archive.org/stream/monticola1970west#page/28/mode/2up

I like fall. A lot. Here are a few pieces of fall clothing so I can hold on to the season I love a little bit longer. These clothes remind me of fall, but can carry over to winter months, too. Because love means never having to give up fall clothes - even in winter.

(L - R) Jean Jacket, White Button-Down, Brown Skirt, Brown Leather Booties, Black Socks; Red Scarf, White Tee, Jeans, Tan Boots; Gray Sweater, Black Jeans, Light Brown Booties

L: Bead Necklace, Clutch, Black Booties, Black Hose, Black Bag, Burgundy Booties, Chain Necklace, Black Leather Skirt

Top R: Felt Flower Pin, Gold Coat, White Scarf, Blue Sweater, Tan Bag, Brown Boots

Bottom R: Dark Brown Bag, Black Boots, Purple Sweater, Drop Earrings, Leaf Bracelet, Mary Janes

background photos: 1970 WVU Monticola (The year Love Story came out. Woodburn Circle isn't Harvard Yard, but still pretty picturesque.)

They have those posters that say "Always be yourself, Unless you can be a unicorn, Then always be a unicorn". I think always dress the way you feel, dress comfortably, dress how you want. . . unless you can dress like Ali MacGraw, then always dress like Ali MacGraw.

Photos: 1,2,3,4,5,6