check check

I've been feeling the black and white lately. 
When I had blonde hair I tried to stay far, far away from anything white (well, maybe not too far: evidence here + here). Even though I love the look, I felt that it just washed me out -- I have zero California blood in me that could help me not look painfully pale in white -- holla New England life.
But, ever since going brunette, I've become a magnet to all things white. Funny how hair can re-inspire your entire outlook on how you dress.
TODD & DUNCAN sweater c/o | JCREW top | MICHAEL KORS skirt (similar, similar) | TRACY REESE pumps
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sporty spice

As my personal style evolves, I find that the way I shop changes. Obvious statement but listen: before I would find myself impulse shopping the second I saw a pretty print -- leaving me with a closet full of statement pieces and a tiny wedge of basics. Obviously setting myself up for I-have-nothing-to-wear syndrome. Not cool.

N0w-a-days I LIVE for the basics, and details are my new best friends. It's crazy, but I find myself wearing the same few pieces more and more. As a result, getting dressed in the morning is much more pleasant (and less messy -- aka less clothes thrown on my bed/sofa etc).

I think I've worn this top, jean, shoe combo a few times on my blog, and a million more IRL. Throwing on an investment piece like this sporty, but still girly cashmere jacket makes my new approach worth it. It's not only the softest thing ever with gorgeous notch and zipper detailing (um, Scottish yarn-makers realllly know what they're doing), but another basic I know I can mix and match to my heart's desire. 

TODD & DUNCAN sweater | ANN TAYLOR top | MADEWELL jeans | KATE SPADE bag | MICHAEL KORS shoes

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spring cashmere

There are things you wait all year for (ahem, spring), and there are things you wait forever for -- like a perfect cashmere wrap/sweater/duster that feels like a cloud. A delicious, cozy, wonderful cloud that you never want to take off. 

To celebrate the beginning of spring, I couldn't think of anything better to pair this piece with than a floral frock, and muted colors. Although I am seeing it with a weekend cool look -- think ripped skinnies, a cool t and a pop of red...somewhere. But for now I'm on cloud nine. Literally.

TODD & DUNCAN sweater c/o | JCREW dress (sale) | JCREW flats (similar, similar) | CATBIRD jewelry

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