Currently Wearing: Long Sleeveless Coat

Man did it snow last night!  I’m not sure how many inches the weather man said it snowed but it had to have been about 3 inches.  But the next day, blue skies were peeking through all day to make for some beautiful “exploring the city” weather.  I definitely wore gloves when we were really walking around but as long as there was no wind, I was fine in my super thick sweater and this wool sleeveless vest.  I protected my ears (a must for me in cold weather!) with a turban-like head wrap.  I did wear my leather boots around town a lot because the sole of my winter boots cracked the first day there!  Doh!  So I just was religious about wiping them down to avoid any water/salt damage.  They seem to be doing OK so make sure you do the same if you’re wearing leather shoes in this kind of weather.

 

Vest: Zara (Similar), Sweater: J.Crew (Similar), Jeans: J Brand ‘Maria’, Boots: Stuart Weitzman

This is What a California Girl in Chicago Looks Like

I’m in Chicago!  It feels weird to be here since I’ve been planning my styling weekend at Trunk Club for what feels like forever!   It didn’t feel like it would ever happen!  So far I must say I really love this city!  We’ve been walking all over the place getting the tour from our good friends that moved here almost a year ago.  We’ve totally lucked out at this point weather wise too.  Everyone in San Diego looked at us like we were nuts to go to Chicago in the winter but it really hasn’t been too bad.  I mean, I’ve been pretty bundled so really I have no excuse to complain about not being warm!  It snowed a few inches the first day while I was at Trunk Club and it felt like I was living in a beautiful snow globe!!  I know the novelty of snow has worn off for most of you people that live in snow on a regular basis but I just absolutely love it while I’m on vacation.

My absolute essentials for cold weather are ear muffs and long scarves.  I hate how my ears and chin feel when they get too cold.  Those are the first items I pack in my carry on so I can whip them out easily when we are leaving the airport.  Otherwise, having a nice thick wool coat that hits almost at my ankles has been a life saver in windy moments.

Ear Muff: Micheal Micheal Kors, Scarf: Zadig & Voltaire (Similar), Coat: Jones New York, Sweater: Equipment,  Jeans: J Brand, Boots: Nine West (Similar)

OOTD: Beige and Burgundy

I love visiting my family in Washington because it allows me to wear fall fashion the way it’s supposed to be worn… in layers!  A fun cabled sweater works with everything from skirts to jeans and adds a nice texture to your look.  This one even has a subtle hint of sparkle woven into it!  The pants are faux suede and feel like you’re wearing pajamas and are so super comfy I wish I could have them in every color!  I added some pop to the otherwise beige color scheme with a burgundy coat and boots.  You guys know I love my color so I wouldn’t have it any other way!

 

Coat: It’s a hand-me-down and the label is cut out, Sweater: Hinge (Similar here & here), Necklace: Vintage (it was my Grandma’s!), Pants: Level 99, Shoes: Franco Sarto (Similar)

I Just Want To Be Comfy

Sometimes your look is literally all about comfort… with a dash of fun of course!  That’s what I was feeling with today’s outfit.  It’s a totally casual look with Kate Spade doughnut flats and a Jennafer Grace striped scarf to add a little spice.  And it wouldn’t be me without a little color so I added my Chanel long sleeve shirt I was so generously gifted a while back.

I’m so loving the cool weather finally arriving in San Diego!  Although, I know a lot of you are experiencing actual real cold so this is nothing!  In a week we will be heading to Washington for Thanksgiving and I’m crossing my fingers for a bit of snow!

Scarf: Jennafer Grace, Shirt: Chanel, Vest: Echo, Jeans: Citizens of Humanity, Shoes: Kate Spade