Friday, November 25, 2016

Gray Matter

“Baby it’s cold outside” or at least that’s how the song goes…LOL! Here in SoCal early mornings and late evenings are cool- but not exactly cold. Nonetheless, if ever there was an ideal time to pull out pre-existing cool weather items (I’m from the Midwest)- this is it! I love layering up in cozy knits, varying textures, and adding touches of furrr : )
This ensemble is ideal for Fall-like days spent at the office, shopping, or catching a meal. I have a basket (literally, from Pier 1) of sweater dresses that wait patiently all year for days just like this. This gray number is neat because it features a cable print + an a-line cut. The two aren’t often designed together, although I’m not entirely sure why not.
Because monochrome styling has been my thing since the beginning of time, I added additional grey matter via a velvet BF style coat (c/o ELVI), a vintage fur collar (detached), leather gloves, and knit knee high socks. For color contrast, I wore cognac boots and a leopard print clutch. Stay warm out there Babes!

Until next time,
XO

Velvet boyfriend coat: Here | Fur collar/scarf: Similar here| Dress: Similar here| Leather riding boots: Similar here| Leopard clutch: Similar here

23 comments:

  1. Love this ensemble - rich in textures and so luxurious! You have such an inspiring style, Joi!

    ReplyDelete
  2. Really cute! Do you give styling advice? I know a few women do accept styling advice by submitting photos to them. I'm into shopping my closet and I have so many clothes from the 90's early 2000's that are adorable, problem is that I mainly wear flats or low heals now because i'm retired so I've been collecting boots that have 1" or 2" heels from places like Poshmark or eBay, I try not to pay full price for anything now that i'm retired. Email me if you do accept styling advice and your fee at lily@lilyseymour.com

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Hey Lily!! Thanks for the compliment and inquiry! I'll shoot you an email :)

      Delete
  3. Thanks for linking up to Top of the World Style

    ReplyDelete
  4. Fabulous ♥️. It look so cozy and fine. Amazing pictures. Your hair looks great.
    xxxx

    ReplyDelete
  5. I feel your pain as I'm also a sweater dress and boot loving SoCal gal. I adore your cozy and chic ensemble. Thank you for adding your cool to my Fine-Whatever link up.

    Rena
    www.finewhateverblog.com

    ReplyDelete
  6. Diva! Love the dress and your hair is fabulous!

    Edwige | http://www.hypnozglam.com

    ReplyDelete
  7. This outfit is so wonderful and cozy, and the color combos just touch my heart!

    ReplyDelete
  8. Beautiful color combination and looks very lux!

    Gail
    www.isthismutton.com

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Thank you! Gray is one of my favorite neutrals :)

      Delete
  9. Gorgeous textures! That little fur is so luxurious!

    http://www.mylittlenest.org

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Thank you Ruth! The little details are my favorite personal touches!

      Delete
  10. Hello you velvety beauty! Love the whole velvet trend right now.
    And hey, at least you get some chilliness in the mornings! We are at a solid 80 in the mornings here in Miami. No pretty velvet jackets for me! :(

    http://earnestyle.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. LOL, thank you Nathy!! Whoa, 80 degrees sounds so good right now :) I am enjoying our temporary dip in temperatures, but I sure hope they don't drop any lower!!

      Delete
  11. I love monochromatic look plus yours is given me class and luxury

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Thank you very much! I feel like I lean towards monochrome palettes 75% of the time, they're so easy to put together and I live for tiered textures :)

      Delete

Note: Only a member of this blog may post a comment.