What Are You Wearing?

Since Madison has finally reached the 75 degree mark today, I allowed myself to break out my summer clothes. While basking in the skimpier clothing section of my closet, I realized I had ten minutes before I had to be to work. So I threw together the first few things I saw and ran out the door. Even though it's so windy outside that I watched a girl's skirt fly up multiple times on my way to work, I still can't help but to be uber excited to break out my summer clothes for the season! Today I'm wearing

-T by Alexander Wang Classic Tank

-Abercrombie&Fitch Destroyed BF shorts (Now normally I'd be embarrassed to write that I own these...but they look good, so I'll be honest about where I got them)

-Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent Murray sandals

-House of Harlow assortment

Notes On: Pants

Though most of the comments I make regarding my distain for wearing pants are facetious, I really have taken somewhat of a hiatus from wearing the garment. The pieces that I once couldn't get through the week without wearing (Current/Elliott bf jeans, Acne skinnies and my old Gap camouflage cargos) were collecting dust on the top-most shelf of my closet while I rocked leggings, skirts and dresses for the duration of the dark season. Then came the fall runway shows, and suddenly it appeared the fashion world was once again obsessed with pants. Fixated on pleated trousers from Ann Demuelemeester, leather crop pants at Isabel Marant and velvet at Alexander Wang (which I'm sure I'll come to love by the time they hit the retail floor), I was inspired to pull down my old faves and create some updated looks. In anticipation of what I'm predicting to be the summer of many things including pants, I am offering you a list of the looks I plan to wear in heavy rotation:

1. Acne Gin Chinos in navy rolled at the ankle with an Alexander Wang Classic T and driving flats

2. Current/Elliott Captain Trousers in army (coming soon!) with a beater and my C/E Bomber Vest

3. Splendid Harem Pants with a worn in t-shirt and my trusty Acne jean jacket

The Justification: Pieced Out

Our new men's denim line, Comune, has finally arrived at Piece! There are really only two things you need to know about it to justify your purchase:

Justification #1: It's under $100

Justification #2: We think boys look oh-s0-good in them!

T by Alexander Wang

Justification #1: Between Piece and Atticus, we've stocked every style you'll ever want...racer backs, long sleeved shirts, hoodies, and the ever-coveted capelet tee.

Justification #2: Even though the other Atticus Girls pounced on the racer backs and long sleeved shirts as soon as they came in, there's still more than enough left for everyone else. However, I'm on the prowl and I can't guarantee Wang will be here for long!

What are you wearing?

I love warm days in September. There are only a few precious moments during the year that allow for mixing summer silhouettes with fall fabrics. Since today seems to be one of those moments, I'm taking full advantage and rocking some sleeveless tweed. I am wearing:

• T by Alexander Wang racerback tank
• Charlotte Ronson neon tweed vest
• Jbrand skinnies
• Dolce Vita gladiators

What are you wearing??

Notes On: Making Grey Work

I always seem to find myself dealing with grey whether it's discovering that everything in my closet is a variation of grey, reading The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde or being in a grey area in my relationship. The problem with grey material, whether it's regarding your wardrobe or labeling your relationship, is that it's full of uncertainty. A tempting departure from the safe (black and white), grey clothing can be just as terrifying as refusing to set boundaries in your relationship. But rest assured, with a few tips from an expert of charting grey territory, it's definitely doable.

Let's begin with the different shades of grey. Just trying to keep the names straight (charcoal, heather, cement, steel, cloud, grey, gray, clay) is enough to send you flying back into the arms of boring black. It's important to remember that when you're dealing with grey there are no rules. It doesn't matter what you call it, with grey, anything goes. You can mix a lighter shade of grey with a darker shade of grey or mix a medium grey with a pop color like peony or chartreuse. You can make any decision you like regarding grey, as long as you're confident about it. Otherwise, you'll find yourself feeling awkward the entire time and wishing you hadn't branched out. You can wear grey to a business lunch, shopping with your friends or to cocktails with someone who isn't your boyfriend (and you don't even have to feel guilty about it because you banished boundaries, remember?!). 

So, let's recap. Only make the decision to wear grey if you promise that you're going to be confident in your choice. Then give in to the temptation to mix greys and to combine grey with other colors. Forget any rules you've ever been told, and I promise you will learn to love grey.

T by Alexander Wang Long Sleeved Dress in Grey $90

Current/Elliott Perfect Shirt in Grey (available Holiday 2009)

The Justification: Back to School Outfits

Presenting my perfect 1st day of school outfit...unfortunately, it doesn't include my Barbie and the Rockers lunchbox and backpack.

Justification #1: I'm in love.

Justification #2: I think the outfit, not the books, makes me look studious.

Sorry it's a spontaneous photo shoot picture of me, but you get the idea of how amazing this outfit is together. Not all of the merchandise has been photographed yet but it will be up on the site by early next week for your enjoyment! (And yes, I know I already did an Ode to Wang, but this piece is new, cool and I'm obsessed)

Kova&T London Tank in White

T byWang One Shoulder Tank in Black

Current/Elliott Cropped Skinny in Night Wash

Assortment of Ashley Watson Bags

Since I'm dreading going back to school this week, I might as well present the couple things that are keeping me from slipping into depression.

Justification #1: Ashley Watson bags are made from leather jackets and are big enough to fit my millions of books for school.

Justification #2: We also carry bags that the guys will love. They're so unisexy.

Right now, I'm having an internal conflict deciding between the Brant in Butter and the Teal in Olive.

So, my suggestion is that someone buys one of those two and make my mind up for me!

LNA Zipper Leggings

Justification #1: They're comfortable, versatile, and the zipper makes them flattering since people look at that and not your thighs.

Prepare to see me in leggings pretty much everyday, fellow Edgewoodies.

Kova&T Monks Dress

Justification #1: Since this dress is just a little too short on it's own, my new favorite idea is making leggings into biker shorts! It makes not wearing pants a little less risque. (Probably not with a pair from Atticus though...they're way too good to destroy!)

Atticus Journal 8.18.09, Vol. 107

The Justification: T by Alexander Wang

Ode to Waaaaaannnnnnnnngggggggg:

Oh how I love thee. Obvi.

http://atticusshop.com/women/women-designers/t-by-alexander-wang/