inspiration diary: February

my current uniform of marant boots, indigo skinnies, PS1, everyday necklace, everlane sweatshirt, marant coat 

"You've got to invest in the world, you've got to read, you've got to go to art galleries, you've got to find out the names of plants. You've got to start to love the world and know about the whole genius of the human race. We're amazing people."  –Vivienne Westwood

foundations: the grey cashmere sweater

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a few weeks ago, my boyfriend bought this grey cashmere sweater. it's the perfect hybrid of the humble sweatshirt and a thick, luxe knit. he's now wearing it nonstop, and i've been eyeing it enviously ever since. 

Q+A: Sarah // software engineer

longtime readers of my blog may already know Sarah, who kept a lovely blog chronicling her love of Isabel Marant, motherhood, and building an easy chic wardrobe. in a world saturated with celebrity moms chasing the latest fashion trends, Sarah's unfussy, consistent style is refreshing and inspiring.

read on for the interview!

closet cleanout, 2013 edition

doing my annual closet cleanout, check out the offerings (prices reduced!) at my shop:

MM6 Margiela // cashmere // Rachel Comey boots // steven alan shirts + soma silk dress // vintage fur // vintage Weiss // 

...and more! best offers considered, and message me with any questions :)

february essentials

now that all the snow has melted, i'm defaulting to the trusty Marant boots again. a long day of running around the city last week reminded me that these are still the most comfortable midheel shoes for people who actually take the subway and need to walk from point A to point B. as for the rest – Marant scarf, favorite leather jacket, indigo skinnies, mini crossbody – they have certainly proven their mettle as all-time best buys. 

what are your best buys?

review: Everlane cashmere and silk

Everlane men's cashmere cardigan // j brand jeans // uniqlo tee // A.P.C. boots //

Everlane silk blouse // simple gold necklace // Ferragamo pumps

the cardigan and silk blouse i ordered from Everlane arrived today, and i must say, they are both pretty fantastic. read on for the review!

foundations: luxe essentials for less

i did an inspiration post on the late, great Tina Chow two years ago, and i love that these simple style essentials are all cornerstones of Everlane's chic and well-priced collection. high on my wishlist right now is a slouchy navy cashmere cardigan, as well as some silk blouses (those rounded collars!) and slouchy tees.

have you shopped here? what are your favorites?

p.s. if anyone has the tees, how is the fit?

edit 2/15: i just received my first order! see my review here.

review: the heavy-duty snow boots

gearing up for the snowpocalypse this weekend with my Sorel boots

it's that time of year again: the annual NYC snowpocalypse. a few years ago, i finally had it with slippery soles and soggy, cold toes, and got myself a pair of Sorels, a.k.a. The Serious Snow Boots. if you're looking for a pair, read on for my review!

january essentials

a bitterly cold and blustery January means i've been living in dependable winter workhorses: my giant Acne wool scarf, heavy-duty parka, cozy stripey knits, indigo skinnies, and favorite LR boots (more colors).

how's winter where you are? what are your essentials right now?

P.S.: commenter Wendy asked about where to find great knits - right now there are a ton of lovely Vince cashmere and wool knits on major sale!