After switching over my summer wardrobe to fall last month, I realized my shoe closet could use a little reBOOT (if you catch my drift). So with the help of ECCO and StyleBistro, I got just what I needed…
October 21, 2014
Tag Archives: outerwear
October 17, 2014
Shear Genius
My favorite types of trends are the ones that are hardly trends at all — rather just a classic piece that happens to show up several times on the runway during one season. And the theme that defines this category for Fall 2014? It’s shear genius, if you ask me…
October 18, 2013
Size Matters
Lately, I’ve noticed two trends surfacing and when worn together, you can’t help but laugh a little. It’s kind of like that “fat guy in a little coat” moment from Tommy Boy, except it’s skinny models in oversized coats and tiny bags…
March 25, 2013
Team Player
Varsity jackets have been making somewhat of a revival the last few years. This is something I personally enjoy because it makes me a little nostalgic. One, because I remember my parents having them (similar to this but with black sleeves) and two, sports weren’t really my thing so I never actually got to own a real varsity jacket. Instead, I got to wear a super uncomfortable cheerleading uniform with orthopedic-looking gym shoes…and those, my friends, were great times.
So getting back on track…
September 30, 2011
My Favorite Capes & Ponchos For Fall 2011
As I mentioned the other day I was quoted in the Red Eye about capes and ponchos for this season. In Chicago it is so important to have great outerwear because that’s what most people see about 75% of the year. Having a non traditional coat is just a fun way to spruce up your outerwear collection without compromising practicality.
Because I only got to pick one of my favorites for Fall 2011 for the Red Eye, I decided to dedicate an entire blog post to the best capes and ponchos in a variety of colors, styles and price points…so you’ll be sure to find one you love!
See By Chloe Wool Cape with Leather Fringe and Buckles
Rag & Bone Leighton wool and cotton-blend cape (as seen here)
Minkpink Hendrix Fringed Poncho Wrap
Gypsy 05 Hooded Poncho in Asphalt
Emilio Pucci Leather-trimmed tweed cape
Elizabeth & James Salma Poncho
Which one is your favorite? Will you be sporting a cape or poncho for Fall? Let me know in the comments section below!