The winter months are always a challenge for me. They make me want to move south, they make me want to stop featuring outfit photos on the blog, they make me furious that heels and cropped pants and heels and bare legs are viewed by the fashion community as acceptable 'winter attire'.
But amazingly, every year for the last six years, I've blogged through it. I've even managed to put together some pretty okay, frostbite preventing looks. I have to believe that this year will be no different, that there is plenty to look forward to which will get me through the cold and back into the warm embrace of Memorial Day.
The Rundown
Plaid Shirt J.Crew similar
Black Cropped Pants Gap
Brown Leather Biker Jacket c/o Wallis
Pumps "Gennie" Coach thrifted similar
Red Willis Bag Vintage Coach via ebay
Wool Baseball Cap San Diego Hat Co. via Zappos
Gold Hoop Earrings Taken for Granite similar
Gold Bracelet The Cavernous Jewelry Box
Crystal Bar Ring Upper Metal Class
Thin Gold Ring Etsy via Sweet Olive Jewelry
iPhone Case Rifle Paper Co.
Nail Color "Wallis" Butter London
Plaid Shirt J.Crew similar
Black Cropped Pants Gap
Brown Leather Biker Jacket c/o Wallis
Pumps "Gennie" Coach thrifted similar
Red Willis Bag Vintage Coach via ebay
Wool Baseball Cap San Diego Hat Co. via Zappos
Gold Hoop Earrings Taken for Granite similar
Gold Bracelet The Cavernous Jewelry Box
Crystal Bar Ring Upper Metal Class
Thin Gold Ring Etsy via Sweet Olive Jewelry
iPhone Case Rifle Paper Co.
Nail Color "Wallis" Butter London
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Loving the color combination in this outfit!
ReplyDeleteAnd yes...the cold is NO FUN! My eyes were watering when I was taking my pictures yesterday, haha
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Hear ya on the less daylight at night struggle... hate that. In more exciting news, ADORE this outfit! The leather and plaid look so good together.
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i agree that this early sunset time makes picture taking so much harder!! i do love all your mix of prints, layers and textures in this look. beautiful outfit and we'll make it through!
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Great combo dear, love your jacket, pretty.
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I'm really struggling with less daylight but loved the extra hour of sleep! You look adorable and make me want to go out and buy a ball cap for myself! Such a cute look xx
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I am lucky in that my middle school age son takes my pictures when he gets home from school ~ 3 pm. This way, the light is good and less neighbors leering. I'm sure he won't want to venture out when its blowing snow. That will be when I'm wishing to be back in Florida. Your look today is perfect for these chilly fall temps. I love the polish and jacket. I just ordered butterscotch colored one and can't wait to wear it before it gets too too cold.
ReplyDeleteMy only complaint about winter is that it seriously impedes my photo abilities. It's dark at like 4:30 pm here! But, aside from that, I can honestly say that I'm really looking forward to it....I'm a very twisted individual!
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I so understand you. Last winter Ireland had the worst- storms after storms and rain nearly every day, it was such a challenge for taking photos and now it feels like we are going back to the same weather. Just Sunday the sky cleared and let a bit of light and pushed rain away. Otherwise it felt like never ending rainy evening, so dark it was, through out the week.
ReplyDeleteGood luck to all of us!
You already have styled gorgeous casual chic look. Wonderful color pairing.
Wishing you a great week!
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xoxo Ra
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Love this Fall appropriate look! We got an extra hour of sleep but yet I'm exhausted, Monday blues!
ReplyDeleteI totally feel you on the early sunsets now! Love that jacket and plaid top-- you're always so put together!
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I agree. Once the temps drop, I'm so "blah" when it comes to snapping OOTD's for the blog. I'm usually freezing in most posts, lol.
ReplyDeleteLove your look here. Very cute and the nails and jacket are my fave!
~Whitney
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Yep, yep, yep. I can totally relate (even though this will only be my fourth winter). But you inspire me to keep going! You do great with winter outfits and, hey, at least you have a photographer now right? Love the hat and plaid!
ReplyDeleteI love this look, and the color combination is perfect!!!
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Yes, I have a similar hatred of the earlier sunsets, grr. You've always blogged through it fabulously (this look is no different). I can't seem to get in more than 2-3 looks a week even before the time change, so I'm screwed! Note to self, plan better.
ReplyDeleteLove the shirt and jacket! I am not looking forward to winter either. I don't like it getting dark so soon!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great sporty chic outfit. Love the plaid shirt and the hat especially!
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i would totally rock this ootd for my errands ,
ReplyDeletebtw , nice use of gold accessories
N@NY
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P.S. I have posted my November wishlist up on my blog , check it out , u may be inspired !!
I always struggle with blogging in the winter too. It would be so nice to be in a temperate part of the country, but Pennsylvania (and WI before) get SO MUCH SNOW and it's SO COLD that it makes blogging really difficult. I like that you keep it real though - no bare legs when it's -20 ;)
ReplyDeleteI have the worst time blogging in the winter! And its a struggle to have anyone willing to take the photos in the freezing cold! I am going to try to make a strategy and plan ahead more this year--but we will see ha! I love this look on you--the phone case is adorbs too!
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Totally loving your jacket and bag! And I'm the same way....every year, I wonder how I make it through the winter taking blog photos...it is not fun!
ReplyDeleteCold blogging isn't fun. I really like that jacket on you.
ReplyDeleteAww I really love this cool weather look. I'm going to try plaid with my leather jacket soon!
ReplyDeleteIf there was snow on the ground I'm not sure I would have removed my sweats for the day. Those shoes are gorgeous! And I'm loving the plaid. And yes I'm pretty sure it was June like last week.
ReplyDeleteHa! The winter does make me cringe. I'm one for the sunshine as well. But, layering is fun at times. LOVE the hat! (:
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it is so sad when it gets dark so early :( cute outfit and I love your nail color!
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I love that hat on you, and your bag is gorgeous!!
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Angela
It's so hard to find the motivation with this chilly weather! It also makes me feel guilty that I only have a couple of winter coats that I actually wear. I probably need another so I don't bore everyone too much in the coming months!
ReplyDeleteI love that purse. It's so perfect for fall!
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I was just thinking that about outfit pictures. I always have to have a weekend photo session in the winter to get them outside when it's light out. Love the neutral tones with pops of red in your outfit today!
ReplyDeleteIt really is amazing to think what we go through every winter to get outfit photos. Pouring rain descended on Vancouver early last week and, apart from one day of lovely reprieve, it's been here ever since. I caught myself lamenting this afternoon that outfit photos are going to become next to impossible, but you're right - we've done it for years, and we'll do it again, despite the challenges and the fact that we will invariably get cold and/or wet. Often. I think in a way it's part of the fun. Plus, I wouldn't want to miss any of my favourite bloggers winter looks. I love seeing you wear this cap and I can't wait to see you style it over again throughout the season :)
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Cee
I despise when the time changes. I HATE leaving work and it is dark. Plus it makes outfit pictures even more challenging. But this is such a great fall look! Love that jacket!
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thefashionablewife.com
I love these colors together, you look adorable.
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PinkSole
I admire how fashion bloggers work with the changing weather. I just left Ohio and it was about to turn cold with snow flurries. HaHaHa I just made it back to New Orleans. It's like Summer here. Love your top and bag Lydia.
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The cold weather always makes me feel like wanting to move as well! It is so tough with limited daylight hours now! Loving this outfit. Love the top and that bag is so gorgeous! Looking great.
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www.fashionloveletters.com
Fashion blogging through the winter months I am sure is a big challenge. I am wimp when it comes to the cold, I freeze when it's in the low 60s. You always have great outfits and I look forward to seeing how you bundle up and looking stylish at the same time.
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I love your outfit and I'm so glad you listed your nail colour as I was going to ask what it was! I love those sorts of duo chrome shades xx
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I love your outfit and I'm so glad you listed your nail colour as I was going to ask what it was! I love those sorts of duo chrome shades xx
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Love this outfit Lydia! I'm definitely missing the extra daylight already too. We can't really avoid Winter weather in the Northeast, but once the holidays are over the days will start gradually getting longer again.
ReplyDeleteYou can do it Lydia and I'm sure the fall looks will be fab!
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I love this look on you, sweetie. Stay cozy. Kisses
ReplyDeleteYep, this is the season when it's so hard to take outfit photos! It was so dark before 5 yesterday :/ Ah well, we just push through!
ReplyDeleteI love the color of your leather jacket.
You're busting out the layers, which must mean it's getting cooler! Love how the you styled the plaid shirt here! What shade of lipstick is that you're wearing.
ReplyDeleteI can relate! I had such a hard time trying to look presentable in warm clothes… its such a challenge for me!
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