outfit anatomy: dressing for the cold

As a seasoned Northeasterner, I've experienced my fair share of frigid temps and ever-dreaded snow. I've resorted to puffy coats and weatherproof boots far too many times to mention, and usually let style fall by the wayside when winter works its powdery magic.

But when looking like a bundled up marshmallow simply won't do, here is my recipe for cold weather outfit perfection that is every bit as warm and toasty as its bulkier counterpart:

brooks brothers camel hair coat (available here)
gap sweater (men's)
plush fleece lined leggings (available here)
zara booties (similar)
asos beanie (available here)
knit fingerless gloves
alexander wang lia bag (available here)

How do you stay warm when cold weather strikes?

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ice queen

This week has been one big, crazy mess of work, work, and more work! These shots were taken way back when I was able to relax on the weekends (read: three weeks ago). The summer girl in me decided to rebel and bare some skin in the aftermath of a blizzard. The snow has since melted, thankfully, but I'm glad it gave me some time to indulge in a mix of cozy sweater coats and thigh-high socks.

ralph lauren sweater coat (stolen from mommy's closet), vintage levi's shorts (similar), vintage sweatshirt (stolen from daddy's closet - similar), asos oversized beanie (available here), frye logger boots (available here), vintage chanel bag (stolen from mommy's closet), laurelle socks c/o soxxy, ray ban wayfarer sunglasses (available here), gorjana love bird necklace (similar)

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wind chill

When Weather.com says it feels like 6°, my motto becomes: the chunkier the scarf and the cozier the sweater, the better. This is what I wore to brave the windy streets yesterday along travels that included a stop at Ladurée for macarons and the Doughnut Plant for donuts. Don't ask.

marc by marc jacobs coat, knit scarf (made by nonna - similar), frye harness boots (available here), h&m jeans (similar),
vince sweater (similar), lord and taylor gloves, alexander wang lia bag

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snow leopard

I can assure you these snow shots lasted all of two seconds before we realized it was completely ridiculous for me to have ventured out in the snow in heels in the first place. But we're not ones to let a good snowfall go to waste. We make it useful for something - even if that something is a few good laughs!

Anyway.. I broke out Mommy's feather sweater again. This time I paired it with Sally's leopard? cheetah? animal print pants. Not sure what birds these feathers are supposed to belong to, but I'm pretty sure they weren't hanging out with leopards in the wild. However, the marriage of the two in this super cozy, super relaxed ensemble is sartorial perfection in my book (even if it offends the laws of nature).

vintage sweater and shawl (stolen from mommy's closet), leopard print pants (stolen from sally's closet - similar), asos oversized beanie (men's - available here), nordstrom brand boots, ray ban sunglasses (available here), vintage chanel bag

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dress me up in thermals

I haven't properly expressed my love for these Free People thermals on the blog, and I'm not sure any words can adequately convey the coziness. Let's just say that I picked one up in every color, literally. Now that I'm back to 6AM wake-ups, I'm all for sneaky pajama dressing, and thermal is the way to go.

free people top (available here), j brand jeans (available here), marc by marc jacobs coat, frye boots (available here),
ralph lauren beanie (similar), alexander wang lia bag (available here), gorjana lovebird necklace (available here)

Oh and remember the boots? Here they are in real life!
(Along with my freshly chopped hair - what do we think?!)

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out of hibernation

Yesterday was my last first day of law school! As much as I wish I were still sleeping in and chilling out every day, it feels good to be back (I was getting a little too comfy in my PJs..). For the new year and new semester, I decided to go a bit shorter and lighter with my hair! It will be making its freshly chopped debut on the blog soon. Stay tuned :)

zara jacket (similar), gap sweater (men's), hue tights (available here), asos metallic brogues (similar),
alexander wang lia bag (available here)

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black magic

There's really no introduction needed for a good black-and-white ensemble. Thankfully the weather's been kind to us lately, and I've been taking advantage by wearing this coat as often as I can. I'm obsessed with the length - it's the perfect excuse to wear heels!

ralph lauren coat (similar), ralph lauren beanie (similar), j.crew shirt, j brand jeans (available here), nordstrom brand boots, lord & taylor leather gloves (similar), chanel bag (stolen from mommy's closet)

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plaid and sparkle

Even though Christmas may be over, I'm not putting my plaid away any time soon! I've been crushing on the plaid/sparkle combination I've seen everywhere lately, so I decided to give it a go myself..

j.crew sweater (similar), d.i.y. plaid shirt, velvet vest (similar), american apparel leggings (available here),
h&m bag (similar), alexander wang boots (similar), hermes bracelet (similar), catherine stein necklace (similar)

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