Stylish Friends: The Diamonds

My friend Meredith has the most amazing style!  She is always pulled together in a classy, preppy, fun way.  Even better, she has the most adorable family!  Her and her husband, Andy used to work at J.crew together (need I say more?) and now have an adorable son, Kelly.  Lucky for me, they let me capture their fantastic style in action!

Meredith:

Navy sweater, great accessories (including the most gorgeous wedding ring), deep burgundy nails, tweed smoking loafers

Burberry shawl- the PERFECT addition to any fall or winter outfit

Andy:

Tortoiseshell glasses, chambray oxford, gray sweater, down vest, rolled cuffs.  Guys- take note!

Kelly:

Collar popped, fox sweater, mini Minnetonka moccasins: a prep heart-breaker in the making!

Like father, like son

All smiles

Words can not even describe- they are so stylishly amazing!

Thanks so much for the great afternoon Meredith, Andy, and Kelly xoxo

Tortoiseshell

Happy Friday everyone!  I will leave you for the weekend with some tortoiseshell baubles I am currently coveting...

earrings

necklace

bracelet

Plaid Season

It's the most wonderful time of the year: plaid season!  I love plaid, and while I think it is completely appropriate all year, it's presence multiplies as the temperature falls (pun intended).  Here are some of my favorite examples of the classic pattern:  

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Mixing patterns in a effortless way

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A modern take on the classic print

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Plaid tie with a tie clip (and a cocktail in hand) makes this outfit feel like something Harry would wear on Mad Men

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Perfection.

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Uber traditional (and amazing!)

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Plaid hat, yes please!

I know what I'm wearing this weekend...

In Love: Bows for Your Toes

While perusing Shopbop I came across lots of shoes with bows on them.  I have to say- I am in love!  I am coveting these 3 pairs (and willing them to end up in my closet...)  

slipper flat

semi-flat

low pump

Such a great way to add a sweet little detail to any outfit!

Coat Perfection

After yesterday's post about coat inspiration, I started browsing online for coats.  There are so many great ones out this year, but I have definitely found a favorite:

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The only problem?  It's been a favorite for many other people as well, seeing that they only have a size 4 left.  J.crew Factory- are you going to bring out more?

Coat Inspiration

With the temperatures dipping lower and lower, I have been drawing more inspiration from stylish pictures in which the coat is the star of the outfit.  Here are a few of those pictures I can not stop looking at and studying:

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Classic, chic, and timeless-this coat will never go out of style

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A little shorter, in a timeless fabric, great for layering

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This coat almost could mistaken for a dress

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A cross between a trench and an overcoat

I think I need to take inventory of my coat collection...

Well Dressed Friends

My friends have been embracing fall with great outfit choices.  Here are some of my favorite outfits they have been sporting:

Are your friends this stylish?

4 Exteriors

Here are 4 home exteriors that I can stop looking at:

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How can you pick a favorite?

In Love

Right now I am in love with fall

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Pumpkin, beautiful leaves, plaid, fresh apples, football, tights, and sweaters-what more could anyone want?

The Mindy Project

Tonight season 2 of The Mindy Project premieres!  Great characters, sarcastic humor, crazy situations?  Count me in!   

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Will you be watching tonight?

Get the Look: Fall Layers for the Guys

I recently stumbled upon this picture and loved the layered fall look:

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I love the look so much, I decided to recreate it:

sweater

oxford

sport coat

chinos

pocket square

Such a versatile look that can go from running errands to drinks to casual Friday.

Happy Friday

Happy Friday!  Here is a little guide to help you with your fall shopping:

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What's on your fall to-buy list?

Priorities

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Five words that so perfectly capture my feelings after my most recent trip to J.crew.  I may not have bought shoes, but did you know their cashmere is currently 25% off?  And they offer their Pixie pant in a tall?  Oops.

In Love

I am in love with this house:

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Bricks, columns, shutters, and a well manicured lawn.  Perfection.

If the owner is reading this- could you please e-mail me so I can move in?