the find: the luxe reversible shearling coat

the outside world is a flurry of white right now. naturally, i'm dreaming of shearling everything.

wardrobe building 101: the perfect convertible clutch

the perfect convertible evening clutch is one of those wardrobe essentials that's curiously hard to find.

wardrobe building 101: the pretty + versatile dress

great find: love this Liberty-print classic sundress on sale

style tip: at the end of summer/start of fall, great deals can be had for certain perennial wardrobe staples.

sale PSA // the Golden Goose boots

hello hello, i'm thinking about fall already, and this incredible sale on my favorite Italian maker of luxe boots is way too good to pass up. i have the Charlyes and after 8+ years, they're like old friends. i wish i found mine at these prices!

any ones catch your eye?

PSA: midweek spring sales roundup

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it's a great week for spring shopping if you overlook the random April cold snap we've stumbled into here on the east coast. first up: if you're wondering where to start with the big shopbop sale, these are some of my picks.

1. the best skinny jeans by AG
2. this elegant and nifty bluetooth radio
3. a boss lady navy blazer
4. this beautiful turquoise and gold ring (can't go wrong with this combo!)
5. an all-season leather jacket
6. a utilitarian chic crossbody by Jerome Dreyfuss

elsewhere, there's also a ton of f/w and s/s gems at la garconne – scope these Margiela ankle boots with just enough of a heel, and these GG classic tall charlyes.

happy midweek! are you wishlisting anything for spring?

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sale PSA: the big one

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just in time for a midweek boost, the big shopbop sale is now on until Friday! depending on what you're in the mood for, there are plenty of fun wildcard gems like this adorable anya hindmarch coin pouch (whimsical + practical is always a good idea), or foundation pieces like my favorite A.P.C. jeans (see my review here) and this classic navy wool blazer.

are you wishlisting anything? happy shopping, happy Wednesday :)

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foundations: the oversized cardigan coat

budget find: this H&M super cozy oversized cardigan coat/wrap

this is the new hero piece of my winter wardrobe. 

sale PSA: new year, new shoes

getting through the first few weeks of the new year is always kind of a drag, but that's what the January sales are for. for all you Dieppa fans out there, a ton of beautiful and colorful DR shoes in every style just landed at 50% off.

my picks are these pretty rose gold loafers, these classic gentlewoman's oxfords, and the perfect-with-jeans-or-a-dress beige calis. i also love these Alexander Wang brogues – his shoes always seem quite sturdy and well made.

happy shopping! let me know if you find a pair of new year shoes ;)

sale PSA: the Black Friday/holiday roundup

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pretty hard to believe that Thanksgiving is almost upon us. this year, we've been traveling and are looking forward to staying local and experimenting with the classic turkey and sides. recently i've been relying on a ton of great, consistent recipes from Williams-Sonoma. also loving the Thanksgiving series and stories at NPR. (if anyone has favorite tried-and-true recipes, please share!)

some food for thought as the official holiday season kicks off stateside – i love this piece of holiday zen wisdom from NY Times food writer Sam Sifton, as heard on NPR's Here and Now:

"It's the job of the food media to tell you that it's complicated and to come back each year with a new and different way of roasting the turkey with a tamarind glaze or in a bag, or this, or that. But folks, it's just a big chicken. You've done it before. There's no mystery to it."

in the meantime, i'll be posting updates on the best of the big sales throughout the week/end:

first up: the big 50% off Net-a-Porter sale is on, which is excellent for scoring any number of dreamy wishlist items for yourself and family + friends. my picks: this ultimate luxe greatcoat and this colorful tote/duffel.

also just started: the other major site-wide sale at Shopbop with up to 25% off (GOBIG15). while i think the tiered promos were a bit better in years past, this is a great time to snap up hard-to-find-on-sale classics like this gamine trench, these cat-eye sunnies or any number of stylish gifts like this coffeetable tribute to Grace Coddington.

as usual, a ton of great finds at my go-to discount HQ, the Outnet: current favorites are the essential silk-cashmere shawl in an autumnal neutral, and the pop-of-print foldover clutch for those holiday parties next month.

J.Crew is offering 30% off pretty much everything (and an additional 40% off sale) with HOLIDAY. ideal for treating yourself to some pretty baubles (like this delicate everyday gold necklace) and tackling that giftlist.

get thee some skinny overalls with 25% off at Madewell (CALMDOWN). lots of cute gift options too, like this old-school analog camera.

gamine minimalist HQ la garconne is offering an additional 30% off all sale with LGBFD30. this is the time to get the ultimate luxe boots for 70% off.

luxe minimal basics are 70% off at james perse with free shipping.

Nordstrom, my go-to department store, is offering an extra 25% off sale items.

the big 50% off holiday sale is on at steven alan. my picks: this minimalist-cool work tote and this chunky cashmere scarf.

H&M is offering 30% off purchases over $50 and an extra 40% off all sale.

stay tuned for more!

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what will you be doing this holiday weekend?

wardrobe building 101: the 10 best fall basics under $150

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earlier this year, i wrote about the quandary of finding quality clothing at reasonable prices. several readers have written to ask for affordable fall essentials, so here are my picks for the season.

sale PSA: all the dreamy knits

this PSA will be short and sweet, because the '90s super cozy oversized knit of my dreams is on sale (as well as all knits at Emerson Fry - via EFSWEATERS1015)! 

now that we've had a freakishly early cold snap over the weekend and dusk creeps in ever earlier, i'm breaking out the mason jar candles and gearing up for chunky knits.

winter is coming, what are you wishlisting?

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sale PSA: the wishlist sale

it's midweek, mid-October, and perfect timing for the semi-annual shopbop 25% off (INTHEFAM25) sale :) 

my picks are the classic white oxford shirt, a colorful CV clutch, and the french trench.

are you eyeing anything? let me know if you snag any sweet deals!

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sale PSA: PS1 bags

you guys, if you've been waiting to snap up the much-beloved PS1 satchel for 50% off, now is the time. i like the revamped lining too (feels more sturdy, better print than the old version). my vote is on the chianti - i saw a young mom wearing one last year and she looked super chic and laidback.

now the hard part: which color?

you're welcome :)

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sale PSA: Chan Luu shawls

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so this is too good not to share: my favorite essential Chan Luu silk-cashmere scarves are on major sale in a bunch of lovely colors! 

i almost never see these discounted anywhere, so this is a pretty great deal if you've been looking for a light yet luxe all-season oversized scarf. i always pack one when i travel year-round. (FYI: may be hard to just get one...the full range of colors here.)

sale PSA: the Black Friday edit

gamine-approved.

an edited and sweet BF sale roundup for your Thanksgiving week/end 

(check back for updates throughout this week!):

the best big designer selection (up to 25% off // GOBIG14)
the best high street shop for fun + festive pieces (30% off // TGIBF)

the best super luxe designers - including my fave GG boots (extra 20% off sale // BF2060E)

the best darkly elegant leather classics + those tdf leggings (40% off)
the best parisienne silk blouses (25% off // THANKS)
for the dapper gentlemen in your life (30% off)

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i hope you all have a safe and deliciously cozy Thanksgiving! 

sale find: holiday month

*the big one (BIGEVENT13) just started today! 

my picks are this minimalist work tote, my favorite sunnies, the downtown ankle boots, and the ever-gorgeous all-occasion bow pumps.

more great sales of the season:

*forward's 50% off sale - some pretty luxe and fantastic selection here - THIS dream shearling coat by you know who

*this never happens - 30% off all CdG leather wallets

*the big NAP sale for all the luxe things on your giftlist

*$10 off any $50 purchase + free shipping at TOMS (maker of my favorite easy slip-ons)

*20% off sitewide at ASOS (GIMME20) - ideal for that chic but inexpensive party dress or fun gifts & stocking stuffers

*j.crew 30% off sitewide (HOLIDAY)

*madewell  25% off sitewide (FEAST25)

*ssense 50% off sitewide – ahem, those golden goose boots and repettos...and the Carven gems!

stay tuned here as i'll be updating with more great holiday sales this week :)

sale find: the gamine essentials

the annual steven alan sample sale is on! 

my picks are the classic r/s shirts, this chic clare vivier petit duffel, and this lovely everyday gold necklace.

happy shopping! are you getting anything? :)

lookbook // casual friday

leopard and a neutral, TGIF edition

currently wearing emerson slangbacks with favorite blue jeans and A.P.C. sweatshirt. these are gamechanger shoes that can go from downtown brunch to conservative workplace. (see my review re fit and quality). a dear friend swears by them as her go-to comfy-chic work shoes. but of course!

what are your go-tos lately?

PS: EF sale gems roundup: slangbacks in several colors here and here, also i love these elegant wedge sandals and alabaster vheels...all significantly marked down.

happy weekend!

stylehacker: summer classics (on sale)

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this year's early summer sales have been slow to inspire me, but i've found some favorites this week. topping off the list is the hawaiian print summer dress from my wardrobe planning post (thanks to a dear reader for the tip!). 

1. park and picnic and brunch and vacation in the hawaiian summer dress

2. city-to-beach in the saint tropez sandals

3. uptown museum to downtown gallery with the art-print PS1 satchel

4. so very Jane Birkin in the classic denim high-waist shorts 

5. summer stripeology 101 with the breezy breton pullover

6. needs no introduction – my favorite skinny slouchy jeans in the perfect lighter wash

7. summer nights and getaway weekends in the luxe silk pjs

P.S.: big sale going on over at Barneys right now too.
P.P.S: my favorite dandy flats on major sale!

what do you think? have you discovered any sale finds lately?

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 :)