Chunky Knit

When the weatherman calls for an arctic blast, it's time to pull out the chunky knits. Today is back to basics with black and white and a soft gray coat. Booties and leggings have been a go-to this winter. 

Coat: J.Crew (old) similar style here; Sweater: Ann Taylor; Legging: J.Crew; Booties: Nine West (similar here); Bag: Vintage Chanel 

Poncho Please!

I've been crushing on ponchos and over-sized sweaters this season. Easy to wear and pair with leggings, denim or leather. Make sure to choose a bottom with a slim fit to balance out the top heavy silhouette. Since my poncho is muted, I like the leather detail around the collar. You can also add detail with a printed or fringed poncho. 

Jacket: Barbour ; Legging: Spanx; Poncho: Massimo Dutti; Boots: Tory Burch (similar here); Watch: Michele; Bracelets: David Yurman, Alexis Bittar; Earrings: Sheila Fajl; Sunnies: Tory Burch

Blackout

Though I'm a self proclaimed color enthusiast, black is such an easy color to wear. Today is black on black with the addition of a scarf and a little gold bling for contrast. 

Sweater: Joie (very similar here); Legging: Old Navy; Scarf: DVF (similar); Bootie: Target; Tassel Necklace: Similar Bauble Bar option; Bag: Louis Vuitton; Sunnies: Tory Burch

Little Leather Details

There's nothing better than throwing on a cozy sweater on a crisp fall day. It's a simple solution to needing an outfit on the fly! The over-sized sweater is detailed with leather pockets as is the arm on the wool topper. All is complete with a leather over the knee boot. 

Tunic: J. Crew Factory; Legging: J.Crew; Boots: Louise et Cie; Topper: Similar Here; Sunnies: Tory Burch

Basic Black

I have to admit, I'm yearning to trade my wool blends for linen in lieu of spring. Until the sun decides to make an appearance, I'm sticking to the basic black sweater dress and boots. Unable to resist color, I wrap up in a patterned scarf. 

Rain Jacket: Samuel Dong (love the detail on this one); Sweater Dress: Old, similar here; Riding Boot: Cole Haan; Scarf: DVF, similar; Wristlet: Louis Vuitton 

Fur in the City

A quick weekend trip to NYC is cause to break out a fur coat. What better way to gallivant around the city? It's a luxe finish with street chic quality. Leather boots are a must, and my warmest foot attire. Styled with a light weight scarf over a neutral sweater. I'm ready to take on the town! 

Fur Coat: Old, but love this style; Ponte Pant: Ann Taylor (similar here); Riding Boot: Tory Burch (similar); Scarf: DVF (this color sold out, but these are great for the season); Bag: Louis Vuitton

Sweater Weather

Temperatures drop and the layers are piled on! Today is a combination of a sweater tunic, leggings, a crisp white blouse and a light scarf for a pop of color. Keeping with the layering (and staying warm) trend, I added a black riding boot. Testing the waters with a bold lip, I took it one step below oxblood with a cider berry.  

Sweater: J. Crew, Legging: Old, but great basics here, Blouse: Gap, Boot: Target (very similar here), Scarf: Target, Bag: Vintage Chanel, Sunnies: Tory Burch, Bracelets: J.Crew, Lily & Laura, Earrings: Vintage Chanel

Carpe Diem

Today I play and mix different styles with a relaxed light-weight sweater over top of a printed skirt. (Not to mention, I love the inspiration) I love the way the burnt color brings out the foliage on the skirt. Finishing the look with a nude pointed flat and studded neutral bag. 

Sweater: Banana Republic, Skirt: French Connection (similar at Topshop), Flats: C Label, Bag: Furla (same bag, different color here), Bracelets: Alexis Bittar, Stella & Dot, J.Crew. 

A Summer Sweater

NC weather has been somewhat of a conundrum this season, so I found myself breaking out a light-weight sweater in August. The watermelon color still leaves a glimpse of summer, but paired with distressed denim is the ultimate in cozy chic. I kept it neutral with nude sandals. 

Sweater: J.Crew (Available in Stores) Similar Here, Denim: Hudson, Flops: Tory Burch, Watch: Michael Kors, Earrings: Sheila Falj

Quite Cozy

For the day where the last thing I felt like doing was putting on a pair of heels, I chose to slide right into my trusty suede flats. Keeping with the unfussy theme, I snuggled myself into an over-sized sweater and topped off the look with strong cup of coffee.

Sweater (oldie but goodie), Chambray Blouse, Ponte Pant, Suede Flats (similar), Tory Burch Sunglasses, Michele Watch

Sayonara 2012

As we bid farewell to 2012, we look forward to fashion favorites that 2013 will bring! (I do anyway!) Not always a turtleneck fan, I couldn't resist the eye-catching color and the distinctive cut and relaxed feel of the the snugly sweater. I'm mad about my fresh wedge booties that are making their blog debut. Happy New Year!  

DVF Aghita Sweater, Ponte Pant, Leather Gloves with Leopard Trim, Jeweled Earrings (Found at For Your Convenience, Raleigh), Nine West Tweeks Bootie, Tory Burch Sunnies