sweater weather
faux leather leggings | similar silk shirt | similar cardigan | shoes | earrings
it’s been said that the devil is in the details. this adage holds true with style. one reason i fell in love with this silk blouse similar here and here was the subtle lace trim around the hem and sleeve. nothing earth shattering but one design detail like this is what sets an item apart from the rest of the pack. the subtle print also grabbed my attention as did the muted color scheme that’s perfect for a fall day.
while our weather is far from perfect today – rainfall forecasted from 5″ – 7″ inches with gusts of wind around 70mph – mr. style and i decided to kick off our week early with a little fun. plus, in two weeks we’re headed to Boston, so i’m toying with several outfits to see what makes the grade. Boston University invited me as a guest speaker. i’ll be visiting the MBA students, advertising undergrads, and will film a segment for the EdX platform. the Boston Red Sox will be in town, so we’re definitely headed to Fenway! brat and a beer and baseball? in september? and radiant fall foliage to boot? does life get any better?
hopefully, the subtle lace trim is visible. it was too pretty to tuck in, so i popped it over a pair of faux leather leggings similar here. metallic block heels similar here and gold clutch pump up the volume.
fringe is still on-trend this season so look for this detail on a variety of items from handbags to skirts. a cardigan similar here always helps chase the chill away. the longer length is flattering to all figures
all-in-all i’d say this ootd is perfect for date night and it just might find its way into my suitcase ‘cuz brunch is definitely on our to-do list in Boston. any suggestions?
happy monday, ladies!
I live just outside of Boston. I highly recomment afternoon tea at the Boston Public Library, browsing all the antique shops and boutiques on Charles Street, taking pictures of all of the beautiful doors and window boxes in Beacon Hill and finishing with a meal at Toscano, also on Charles Street. Have a great time!
that sounds like a lovely afternoon, patricia! thanks so much for sharing your tips with me. tea and antiquing go hand-in-hand. and now mr. style has a tip on where to photograph a lovely boston scene. can’t wait to visit.
xo
Great outfit, and congrats on your speaking engagement! I love the faux leather pants/leggings you’re wearing in these photos — they’re flattering and not too clingy. They look more like slim-cut pants than leggings, and look much nicer, in my view. I’ve tried several faux leather leggings, but they are always way too tight — emphasizing every bump and bulge — and I’m not heavy. Wish I could find a pair like the one in your photos here.
thanks, cindy! as the brits like to say ‘i’m chuffed to bits.’ as for faux leather leggings you just have to try a gazillion (like jeans) to see which are the best fit. these truly are leggings from ann taylor last season. and they are definitely snug but the fabric doesn’t shoe any lump or bumps. i also wear zara and like those equally. i know there is a faux leather legging for you. good luck!
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I live in Boston and I would recommend Miel @ the InterContinental Hotel for brunch! Hope the weather and the Red Sox prove worthy of your visit to my beautiful city!
thanks so much for the tips, cathy! i cannot wait to visit your lovely city! New England in the fall? pinch me now.
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Hi Beth, Love the sweater. Who made it?
the sweater is from last year made by a company based in France – 1.2.3.
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This is an outfit that could go just about anywhere. It should definitely be in your suitcase for Boston. Enjoy your trip to Boston…sounds you have plenty to do. xoxo
Glad I have your stamp of approval, Donna. Can’t wait to visit Boston in the fall!
Hi, Beth. Great outfit! LOVE that fringe sweater, but I see that sweater is not linked for purchase. This may sound grouchy…but oftentimes, you’ll wear something that is no longer available and substitute another option. Sometimes that works just fine–like with simple, faux leather leggings. But, when you wear a fringed sweater and say it’s still “on trend,” I happily expect to see a fringed sweater linked. When a plain sweater is linked instead, I’m always disappointed whenever I find a substitute that’s barely similar. Just like the shoes you’re wearing…the only substitute is a pair of $500 Ferragamo’s? Again, I love your blog, but this is one frustrating experience with it that I wanted to share. Sorry!
Completely understand your viewpoint! The shoes are Ferragamo’s from a few seasons ago which is why they are linked to Ferragamo’s. As for the sweater, this was featured and linked last year when the sweater was available. Sadly, this year it is not available but the tringe is still on trend so I thought I would trot it out. The best and worst aspect of the blog is that I wear repeat items. But the outfits are for inspiration for you to tweak to your own taste and price point.
xo
I understand the other comment but also love that you repeat items. It reinforces to me that we can build a wardrobe that works for years and how to use the pieces in different ways.
I appreciate your reply, Beth. For me, one of the best features of your blog (because our styles align so well) is the “link to buy” feature. I’ve purchased quite a lot that way–saves me time from having to hunt down an item myself. Honestly, no way will I now try to find a fringed sweater and I already have 2 pairs of the classic Ferragamo bow pump, so I won’t be adding another pair. But, your point about inspiration is well taken…I just like at the beginning of the season to see what’s out there, so I can buy it and check that box! xo
I try to look at it this way … when Beth gives me inspiration at least I can google various descriptions of the item to try to find something similar (without having to hit the stores on foot!). And I lusted after a scarf a few months ago and have been trying to locate it “used” on ebay or one of the other clothing resale sites. Maybe you could find someone who’s refreshing their wardrobe that way and find the exact sweater. Just a thought.
DriftwoodLover, I wish I had the time to hunt down an item, but I don’t…I’m a FT consultant and that’s why I follow Beth & other bloggers who are finding great items for work/play and linking them for purchase. Saves me time. Isn’t the “purchase” part one of the big reasons bloggers link the items, oftentimes from sponsored retailers? I’m assuming the sponsored retailers want people to buy? Inspiration is great, and I appreciate that aspect of the blog–Beth does an amazing job– but the link so I can purchase an item is even better IMO. Just a thought.
hopefully, i squeeze in new with the old. but i so appreciate your feedback.
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Love the sweater too (and the rest of the outfit) … great way to have fringe without looking inappropriate at our ages! Sorry I couldn’t see the lace detail but trust you. I admire greatly your ability to find unique items. Share your strategy, tips on that please? And for the commenters who made suggestions on what to do in Boston, I’m stealing them. Will visit someday myself. What’s your topic for your speech at BU?
Happy to hear you loved the Boston tips as much as I. What a fantastic city to visit and a great time of year. Can’t beat fall in New England! I will be speaking about social media influence and authenticity.
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I also wanted to add…my son went to school in Boston and I visited often–love the city. My favorite place to stay bar none is the Elliott Hotel. Located in the Back Bay, It’s a boutique hotel with historical significance, within a few blocks of great shopping on Newbury and a lovely restaurant for brunch & dinner! Enjoy your stay–perfect time of year to visit!
thanks so much for the lovely tips! i know mr. style will be snapping photos right and left.
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You look amazing in those leather leggings! I love your cardigan too! I’m happy to hear fringe is still “In”.
lot’s of handbags and skirts this season. i kind of like it!
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Congratulations on your upcoming speaking engagement! Please keep us in the loop of all your wonderful upcoming adventures. I loved Boston when I visited it a few years ago but it’s funny when I arrived, I was surprised by how small the city is compared to NYC where I live. There is so much history and great shops, museums, restaurants – you will have a ball!!
that’s what i have heard! but it sounds like a very walkable city and that’s what i love (and miss) the most about city life. and i love history so i know it will be a lovely and photogenic stay!
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Looks lovely–I like the feminine and the edgy leather together. My son lives in Boston–I love Boston! So much to see and do. He lives in the Seaport area–literally right on the water–and you can actually take a waterboat from the airport to Seaport–takes just a few minutes. It’s a really nice part of Boston–but you could also stay near the border of Boston/Cambridge and walk over and see rowers on the Charles river. And see Hahvud. Lots of fun things to do and you can walk along the waterfront and the Rose Kennedy garden area all throughout to Faneuil Hall, etc–it’s really nice. Tons of great eateries and places to visit and shop. Boston is very walkable, and you can hop on the T if you need/want, too. Boston Commons, the gardens, etc. Have a great trip. Hard not to have fun in Bean You can easily see lots in a few days.
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Oh, and highly recommend the Isabella Stewart Gardner museum–it’s a beautiful oasis in the middle of Boston. Gorgeous! Might make a fabulous backdrop for Style at a certain age photos! https://www.gardnermuseum.org/
Oh, yes!! The Isabella Gardner Museum is magical and enchanting. Spent a rainy day there on a Parent’s Weekend years ago. Just thinking about it makes me smile. Must-see for sure!