houndstooth to go
okay, where did the weekend disappear to? blink twice, and it’s gone with monday knocking on our door. the good news is that our temps are finally heading down. there was a glimpse of 49 degrees as a low. mr. style and i are zipping up to new york later this week, and their temps are forecast in the low sixties. fingers crossed fall foliage will be on display. but nyc + october is guaranteed to be a delightful trip.
so i’m pulling out a few clothes that might make it into my suitcase. houndstooth pants from Banana Republic are certain to become a fall favorite. they look adorable paired with an embroidered sweater last seen here. every time i wear this ruffled cardigan from St. John i always receive lots of questions. first, it’s about ten years old (classics stand the test of time), second, the knit maintains its shape and offers seasonless wearability. which is why some brands and specific pieces are worth the investment. years ago, my father taught me how to pro-rate. if i do the math, this sweater is a downright bargain.
a cute geometric handbag from Tory Burch adds a punch of color to the black and white color scheme. it can be hand-held like a clutch or carried as a cross-body bag with its long strap.
putting on a bold lipstick is one of the easiest ways to add drama and sophistication to any look. this lip shade is la fascinate by Chanel.
pants | sweater | similar topper here, here, and here | handbag | similar shoes | lip shade la fascinate
pants | sweater | similar topper here, here, and here | handbag | similar shoes | lip shade la fascinate
pants | sweater | similar topper here, here, and here | handbag | similar shoes | lip shade la fascinate
Such a great outfit – LOVE that tee!
i’m always a sucker for graphic tees or embroidered sweaters. and i particularly like this one. xo
Great outfit, Beth. I love that it incorporates some old favorites with new pieces. I also appreciate your mentioning of your lipstick choices (this is gorgeous!) as I am a “lipstick nut” and always look for new favorites. I hope you and Mr. Style have a wonderful visit to my town NYC. The weather is dreary today but has been unseasonably warm and humid. I hear it will cool down a bit by the time you get here. Maybe I’ll be lucky enough to run into you here. I’ll be looking out for a fabulous woman of style!
hi rebecca! you never know who you’ll run into in new york. it’s easy to be a lipstick nut isn’t it? and there are so many good choices it’s hard to know when to stop. xo
Love the sweat so much I couldn’t wait to wear it and started wearing it at the end of the summer (in northern Ohio) with white jeans.
i bet this sweater looks terrific with white jeans! good choice. xo
Those pants are cute–are they season-spanning? They look like they could be. Have a fun trip to NYC.
these are banana republic sloan’s which tend to be year round pants. can’t wait to see NYC! xo