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December 11, 2019

Uggs, But Make it Fashion

December 11, 2019

Ugg Moto Punk Mini BootUgg Moto Punk Mini Boot Ugg Moto Punk Mini Boot Ugg Moto Punk Mini BootUgg Moto Punk Mini BootUggs (on sale!) (c/o) // Jean Atelier jeans (on sale!) // Vocabulary boutique sweater
YSL bag (on sale!) // Celine sunglasses (on sale!)

I love Uggs.  Every winter they become my go-to shoes for running errands, walking the dog, and just day-to-day life.

While there was once an Uggs + denim mini skirt phase (thank you, Britney) I think most women struggle with how to style Uggs so they look presentable for every day and not just the ski slopes.

Enter the Ugg Fashion Baby collection.

“Fashion Baby is a collection that celebrates the California woman’s spirit and style.  This woman is a beguiling mix of glamour and grunge.  She can be a tomboy or ultra-feminine depending on her mood.”

Hello, could that be any more me?

When I saw these Moto Punk Mini boots I knew I had to have them.  I love the buckled toes and zip-up style.  But the best part is that they can be worn two ways.  Any piece of fashion that is a 2-in-1 is an automatic win in my book.

I styled my Uggs with the top flipped down for a more casual vibe.  For a sleek look, zip them up and buckle them.  You can see the difference in the last two side-by-side photos.  I love them both ways!

To elevate the look and make it wearable for meet-ups with friends, I paired them with my favorite handbag and sunglasses (bonus, they’re both on sale!).  These flip top jeans are super comfortable and go perfectly with the edgy vibe of the boots.  Since the jeans have a fun detail on the high waist, I went for a cropped sweater to show that off.

Voila!  A totally stylish way to wear Uggs for every day.

Later this week I’ll be sharing another way to style Uggs, “but make it fashion” for every day.  My next pair is a more traditional ski boot vibe.  Can’t wait to share them!

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Filed Under: Fashion Tagged: Celine sunglasses, How to style Uggs, Jean Atelier flip top jeans, Ugg Fashion Baby collection, Ugg Moto Punk Mini Boot, Uggs, Vocabulary boutique cropped heart sweater, YSL Sunset Medium Croc bag

February 20, 2019

NYFW FW19 Day 2, Part 1

February 20, 2019

Jacquemus balloon sleeve coatJacquemus balloon sleeve coat Jacquemus balloon sleeve coatJacquemus balloon sleeve coat (similar here) // Tibi track top
Jean Atelier flip-top jeans // YSL bag (similar here) // Celine sunglasses
Marco de Vincenzo boots (similar here)

Whoohoo on to Day 2!

My day started early with a 9am presentation.  As soon as I stepped out of my hotel, my feet landed in rain puddles.  I’ve always said anything is better than rain during NYFW.  I’d take snow, sleet or scorching heat over rain any day (I’ve experienced it all)!

Thankfully I chose metallic, patent leather booties that are practically waterproof for Day 2.  Continuing with Day 1’s nod to vintage (thanks again, Dad, for the track jacket), I put every 80s fashion element I could think of into my look.  Giant shoulder pads, flip-top jeans and a neon purple track suit top were in order.  Could someone please just get me a time machine?  I really need to live in the 80s!

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Around 9:30am I arrived at Nanushka.  Interestingly, it was the same location as Milly’s show from exactly one year before.  If you’re unfamiliar with the brand, their vibe is ‘a contemporary house for the modern human’.  They make men’s and women’s pieces that are meant to be lived in (no impractical fashion here) and that can easily transition to all types of occasions.

I have a secret.  Nanushka was my favorite FW19 collection.  The supple vegan leather, faux shearling bags and shoes, and plush knits in plum and peach had me swooning.  I’ve already pre-ordered some items from the collection.  Any guesses on what I got?  Here’s a hint.

Nanushka FW19 Nanushka FW19

Dubbed, Mystery Child, the collection aimed to break the mold of masculine vs. feminine and allow the wearer to freely express his or her point of view.  But this is no namby-pamby freedom – it’s an optimistic viewpoint, one that is unafraid and daring which can be seen in a nod to 70s silhouettes and dominant colors.

If you follow me on Instagram you remember my outrage at the first Celine show under Hedi Slimane’s direction.  I wasn’t alone.  Women the world over mourned the loss of a house that actually designed for women.  Women need pieces they feel confident AND comfortable in – and not many brands can deliver both.

After witnessing Nanushka’s FW19 presentation, I’m convinced they have filled the void Phoebe Philo left at Celine.  The bonus?  Nanushka is a fraction of the cost and has a broader distribution channel – you don’t need a relationship with a sales associate in a boutique to get your hands on it.

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Keep your eye on Nanushka.  They’ve been around for over 10 years, but I’m certain the best is yet to come for this brand.

Following Nanushka, I met up with a few reps from a PR firm for coffee.  Can I be honest?  I’ve seen enough Insta Stories and social media posts of women touting they’re “taking meetings” during NYFW to last me a lifetime.  The way these tete-a-tetes are explained is honestly ridiculous.  If you are Bill Gates or Barack Obama, then yes, you “take meetings”.  But the rest of us?  We attend meetings.

And no, this was not a super top secret meeting in which we plotted world domination or a super exclusive business deal.  It was a group of friends who happen to work in the same industry coming together to catch-up and brainstorm about how we can make a small impact in a space we love.

As a blogger friend pointed out, half the time women say they’re ‘taking meetings’ they’re just visiting a showroom to pick out clothes.  Cool?  Yes.  But can we please just simmer down on the “I’m so important” train?  Let’s do great work instead of talking about doing great work.

Once again, my day was so full I’m breaking it into two parts.  Stay tuned tomorrow for the second half of Day 2!

ICYMI: Check out my recaps of NYFW Day 1 Part 1 and Part 2!

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OOTD photos by Andrea Ceraso Photography 

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