5 Things I Want This Week
This New York winter has turned me into a sweatpant loving, ten-layers-of-sweaters plus a fleece, coat, and hat girl. As much as I loved January – birthday celebrations, the start of a new semester, and returning back to the city to see my friends – it refused to end.
So yes, my perfect excuse to stay out of the cold has obviously been shopping. A lot of it. Honestly, with the layer combinations I have been pulling out this winter, my excuse for shopping is proving to myself that my sense of style still exists. Of course, I love to share, so here is a list of 5 things that I keep coming back to this week.
Paloma Wool – Plomy Leather Jacket.
The silhouette of this jacket is genuinely perfect. It’s narrow and structured without feeling stiff, and the crossover neckline gives it such a distinct redesigned-classic look. The buckle detail adds just the amount of hardware to maintain its sleekness. It’s recognizably a leather jacket, but it’s sharp and a little cold, making everything else under it look clean and intentional.
Massimo Dutti – Contrast Nappa Leather + Knit Gloves
Confession time: I’m born and raised in California, and have survived New York with no gloves for all of my college experience. That is simply not happening this year.
What I like about these is that they don’t feel overly “winter accessory”. The leather on these gloves is sleek, and the knit cuff keeps it from feeling too costume-y. They’re practical, but also polished in a way that makes them the perfect finishing touch to any winter outfit. Added these to my cart IMMEDIATELY.
Reformation – Coreen Knit Top
My friends and I went shopping yesterday and accidentally ended up in my favorite store. I beelined to this top – only to find out that it has been their most popular item, which makes perfect sense. The fit is clean and minimal, but not dull. The cap sleeve and sheer knit make it feel interesting and somehow sexy. It is the perfect non-basic basic and you need it.
Merlette – Zadie Dress in Midnight
I recently saw this dress on one of my style icons, Hannah Lovey, and instantly saved it to share here. The halter incline is so flattering and gives it shape and elegance, and the skirt has that airy volume that moves so well. It’s romantic, beautifully made, and I can picture it working for everything from daytime to dinner with the right shoe.
Adanola – Oversized Pocket Zip-Through Fleece in Coffee Bean
If you see me walking through campus, I’m almost 100% in a fleece with a massive coat on top. That’s the reality.
But fleeces can cross over from soccer practice to Miu Miu really quickly depending on the cut and color. Adanola gets it. The oversized cut and coffee-brown color of this one is so rich, warm, and polished. It is something you can throw on constantly but still look put-together. There's nothing better than an off-duty, not sloppy piece, and this one does it for me.
I want to keep doing these posts often, partly because it's fun, and partly because it makes my shopping addiction feel a little more productive. Consider this an on-going wishlist where I bring you guys into whatever I’m obsessing over and adding to cart. And as winter persists here in the city, we can all indulge together. More soon!
Xoxo,
Annie
