Weekend Glam :: Soft Chambray

Happy Friday everyone!

Taken individually, each of the items I am wearing today would be so far from glamorous but I love the end result. It is this kind of creativity that sparks the imagination of graduates with degrees from fashion design
schools. I really adore the look of glamor paired with a casual vibe. I think I've worn this chambray shirt enough times to be able to call it my own. I don't think Hubby has worn it at all since he bought it =)

The kids have winter break next week but unfortunately I still have work and school so we might do a weekend trip since Monday is a holiday. If we do end up going somewhere I will do a quick "What to pack for a short trip" entry to share with you ladies =) Enjoy the rest of your day!

[Outfit]

Jacket & Fur Collar :: H&M
Chambray Shirt :: Men's GAP
Bottom :: Rampage via Macy's
Shoes :: Banana Republic
Necklace & Braclet :: Borrowed from MIL
Bag :: LV Neverfull

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Leather Cocoon

I hope everyone is enjoying their Wednesday so far! It was very cold this morning, so I was incredibly happy to be covered up with extra layers.

Today I am just playing with simple layering pieces. This is the only grey chunky sweater in my closet, so far, and I’ve been reaching for it continuously. And what better way to layer than to pair it with my favorite leather jacket. 

Having lived in New England all my life, I’ve learned that keeping my hands and upper body warm can lessen the chilly frostbites. That's why layering is so important. Currently I have 4 layers on, so I am nice and toasty.

One of my favorite winter pieces are knitwear, but it’s hard to wear thick sweaters without feeling like a mammoth. To negate that I experimented by slimming down the look with a nifty leather jacket. I consider this my cocoon look, a sanctuary of warmth and style. I really like the well-draped look of the sweater combined with the slim-fitted silhouette of the leather jacket - cozy and chic at the same time =)

[Outfit]

Leather Jacket & Boots :: Jessica Simpson via Macy's

Sweater :: Gap

Jeggings :: Macy's

Bag :: LV Speedy

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Casual Weekend

This past Saturday we (hubby, BFF, BFF's hubby and I) took the kids to see Puss in Boots at AMC Boston. It was such a cute movie. If you are into those cute childhood fairy tales then this is the movie for you.

Afterwards we stopped at Little Q in Chinatown for some hotpot. When the weather is dreary and cold, there's nothing better than a pot of simmering liquid with a colorful array of meats, seafood, vegetables and noodles. Hotpot is also known as Chinese fondue.

 
My favorite part about this meal is creating your own concoction of the dipping sauce. There are plenty of different ingredients you can put in your bowl to personalize your creation: soy sauce, sesame paste, chili, garlic, scallions, cilantro and Chinese barbecue sauce are some choices.

Then there is the steaming soup that fills the entire restaurant with fragrant aromas. Here we have the mala flavor which features a numbingly spicy broth. This one wasn't too bad because the broth was actually drinkable, if we had ordered the crazy mala than our tongue would've been numb.

Little C with his Thai ice tea with boba.

Today we have a special guest appearance by my partner-in-crime and fellow fashionista. We always call each other when we make a purchase and sometimes end up buying the same thing. It's great to have a fashion buddy when you go shopping, you can rest assure that what you are buying will look good on you ;)

As you ladies can see I am addicted to color-blocking. Having only been blogging for a little over a month and here I am with my 3rd color-blocking outfit. This outfit is a combination of pinks and browns. I love these two colors together. I think dark brown paired with shades of pink add such a hint of vintage flair to any outfit.

I love how BFF contrasted the leopard scarf with plaid shorts here. Mixing leopard with plaid is a wild way to have fun with an otherwise neutral ensemble. And can I please have your LV Berkeley please!

[My Outfit]

Top :: H&M

Sweater :: H&M

Skirt :: H&M

Shoes :: Steve Madden Intyce

Earrings & Necklace :: Gift

Tights :: DKNY

 Bag :: Gucci

[BFF's Outfit]

Top :: Ann Taylor Loft

Blazer :: H&M

Shorts :: H&M

Scarf :: Ebay

Shoes :: DSW

Tights :: Hue

 Bag :: LV

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