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Changing Seasons With Fat Face UK

November 18, 2015 by Emily 3 Comments

We’re in the midst of one of my least favorite seasons. That in which the following occurs every. single. morning::

8:04am :: Lock apartment door.
~~8:05am :: Forgot phone. Unlock door, grab phone, re-lock.~~
~~8:06am :: Forgot lunch. Screw it, Flour it is.~~
8:07am :: Emerge from building. HI hello winter!
8:10am :: Wait for T [that’s our Boston public transit service for you muggles]. Contemplate Ubering to prevent frostbite.
8:16am :: Board T. Instantly break into a sweat worthy of a thousand deserts.
8:17am :: Struggle to remove coat. Hit four people in the process. Heat stroke only worsens due to stress.
8:37am :: Emerge from T. Sweat turns cold. Freeze again.
Rinse and repeat x5

And the only solution to this first world problem as far as I have been able to tell is puffer vests. Just enough coverage to keep you warm outside, not enough to make you overheat inside. They’re like the open-toed booties of outerwear. At least that’s how I justify having 7 of them in my closet right now.

Fat Face UK [funny name, great brand] sent me their Kimberley Vest to get me prepped for this in-between season, and it is irresisssstibly cozy, without being smothering. It comes in six colors and I’m wondering just how many is too many… Fat Face also launched a new line of denim this fall– new fits, new washes, seriously comfy. And I’m picky about my jeans. I’m wearing the Vintage Super Skinny Jeans, which are a steal at only $65. Being a big budget shopper, I don’t use that word lightly, but when’s the last time you found great quality, well fitting denim at under $100?

Fat Face Kimberly Vest and Skinny Jeans c/o | LL Bean Signature Fisherman Sweater | Madewell Glasgow Satchel | Target Tortoise Sunglassess | Converse Chuck Taylors

Fat Face is based in the UK, which is reason enough to pique my interest, any they’re now shipping to the US [free for orders over $100!]. I’ve filled my wish list with a bunch more items from their new season edit, including this fairisle Christmas sweater and lace-trim sweater. Just remember to keep the US–>UK size conversions in mind chaps!

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South End Sundays

July 23, 2014 by Emily 9 Comments

[my normal way-pale skin color, in case you’re curious from yesterday’s sunless tanning post 😉]

I work in the South End of Boston, so I consider it more of my Monday-Friday neighborhood and try to avoid it at most costs on weekends. But when the SoWa open market pops up every Sunday between May and October, I can’t resist making a few weekend trips there in the summertime. We like to grab brunch at South End Buttery, then meander the quaint little streets over to SoWa, before working up an appetite again so I can indulge in some food truck grub [constant battle between Roxy’s and Bon Me!].

Everyday Tunic Dress c/o Boden | Tortoise Sunglasses c/o Warby Parker | Belt, Vintage [similar 1; 2] | Via Limoni Bag, Kate Spade [similar] | Palma Sandals c/o Boden

Boden sent me this denim shift dress + majorly fun yellow sandals, and they ended up being the perfect pair for brunching//strolling//antiquing around the neighborhood. Both are those kinds of pieces that are so comfortable and versatile that I want to buy them in every color– ESPECIALLY the gold version of these sandals!

Boden is also quickly becoming one of my go-to brands– its British flair [#favorite] and reasonable prices are going to make for a handful of new additions to my wardrobe come fall, I just know it [eyes on this dress + this coat + this bag]. In the meantime though, be sure to check out their incredible clearance section. They are currently offering 15% off everything + free shipping over $50!

The Blues Jean Bar + BJB Express!

January 20, 2014 by Emily 8 Comments

I won’t lie, I do like to shop. As in, actually stroll Newbury Street or through a strip mall and go shopping— I’m not one of those people who prefers to just order online [if I do it’s because I’ve been sucked in and made an impulse purchase– oops!]. BUT that personal preference didn’t make my experience with Express Box by BJB any less enjoyable… because WHO does not love coming home to a package, especially one full of outfits upon outfits personally selected for you?

Here’s the gist: you may already be familiar with The Blues Jean Bar, the ultimate boutique for finding denim in a super comfortable setting, but recently they introduced BJB Express, and jeans are just the beginning. Six hand-picked outfits curated just for you and sent straight to your doorstep. You have 10 days to figure out which pieces you love and which you can live without, and you pay only for what you keep. Shipping to you + back is free; all you are charged is a $1 deposit.

So if you are one of those ladies who hates to try on clothes in public dressing rooms, gets flustered in crowded shops, or just can’t find the time to shop in a manner other than online, this is the service for you. If you love it, keep using it! You can have a box sent to you as often or infrequently as you like; this is the Birchbox of the fashion world but without the monthly subscription obligation.

The most fun part of this all [besides the Christmas-morning like feel of opening the box]? Filling out my style profile and seeing what stylists Scottie and Marnee put together for me!

[ Key Pieces ]
Henry & Belle Micro Flare Jeans
Henry & Belle Super Skinny Jeans
AS by DF Tweed Blazer
BJB Floral Blazer
AS by DF Alessandra Dress
ASTARS Violet Long Sleeve Top
Rory Beca Gus Long Sleeve Open Back Top
AS by DF Jacket [similar]

Funny enough, I think BF made the smartest comment of all about this shopping service: I may have not picked up some of these pieces off the rack on my own, but once they were already in my house and I was free to try them on at my leisure, I didn’t want to have to send them back!

The Blues Jean Bar is offering my readers 20% off any purchases you make from your first Express Box. Sign up for your box here, and in the referral portion of the application, mention shell chic’d for your 20%-off discount! Remember, you will only be charged for what you decide to keep, and I hope that discount entices you to keep a bit more 🙂

Full disclosure: I was compensated with a BJB gift card in exchange for this post. All opinions expressed are my own.

#myONstyle

September 9, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

A couple weekends ago, I stopped by Old Navy‘s pop-up shop in Boston’s Faneuil Hall to check out what they had in store [literally] for fall denim and more. Co-sponsored by Refinery29, this was such a fun set-up! I got styled by Kendi Skeen of Kendi Everyday and LA-based stylist Sasha Koziak and was ~~forced~~ excited to get over my fear of mixing light + dark denims with their help!

With the darling Kendi!

[ final outfit details ]
Classic Chambray Shirt, $30
The Rockstar Printed Skinny Jeans, $32.50
Printed Ballet Flats, $16
All items c/o Old Navy

MAC was also there to style us with bold lips— another thing I don’t usually attempt but had such fun with!

You can see I ended up with the Rockstar Jeans, but I am also super excited about the Boyfriend fit! Which will you be sporting this fall?

Show Your AOS

May 20, 2013 by Emily 18 Comments

Jacket, Old Navy [similar] // Olivia Skinny Jeans c/o Articles of Society // Party Crossbody Purse, Lilly Pulitzer // Bracelets [ask!] // Resort Chic Wedges, Lilly Pulitzer

There’s a little saying around this part of the country:: if you don’t like the weather in New England, wait a minute.

And nothing has ever been more accurate. One day we’re pushing 80, the next I’m back to layers and pants. Articles of Society sent me these bee-yoo-tiful coral skinnies recently, and they have been the perfect addition to my spring closet– for days when the temps don’t exactly feel like warm spring.

How fun is all that pink? I’m also so tempted by the same pair in mint and this light-wash sky blue.

Have a pair already, or ready to purchase? Articles of Society is currently running an Instagram contest– tag photos of your favorite pair of AOS jeans with the hashtag #ShowYourAOS for a chance to be featured on their blog and win a free pair! Deets below:

Carrie B

February 21, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

Jean jacket, Old Navy [similar] // Lace top, Kimchi Blue via Urban Outfitters [similar 1; 2] // Skirt, Jack Wills [similar] // Necklace, J.Crew // Crossbody purse, Kate Spade [similar] // Glitter heels, Kate Spade [similar]

I wore this [what I like to refer to as] daytime party look out for a birthday lunch last week. The mix of denim, tulle polka dot skirt, and glitter stilettos definitely reminded me of a late 80s Carrie Bradshaw. I intended for it to be a fun, birthday girl-esque outfit I might not normally wear during the day, but let’s be honest– Carrie would probably rock this on a Tuesday at breakfast.

By the Fire

November 9, 2012 by Emily Leave a Comment

There is something so perfectly autumnal about cozying up around a big bonfire with hot chocolate and s’mores. My friends used to treck out to the quiet suburban areas of Cambridge from downtown Boston numerous times a year for these, but there is no better time to host them than fall.

Eugenia Kim Textural Turban, Anthropologie, $28
Plaid Lace Back Shirt, Full Tilt, $27
Excursion Quilted Vest, J.Crew, $110
Elson Straight Leg Jeans, Citizens of Humanity, $178
Essex Boot, Sperry, $250
Bow So Basic Bag, ModCloth, $55

Tee Time

August 3, 2012 by Emily Leave a Comment

I wish I were one of those girls that could effortless style a baggy t-shirt into a super chic look… girls like MK+A, Sydney, and Lauren Conrad. I am very much guilty of over-purchasing tees, and then I end up wearing them only to dance rehearsals or with skinny jeans on lazy days. Maybe I’m still taking the skinny denim route, but there ain’t no way I’m putting on such heels on a lazy day, so believe it or not this Friday’s Fancies was a challenge for me…!

Creme de la Creme T-Shirt, Zoe Karssen, $85
Polka Dot Verdugo Skinny Jeans, Paige Denim, $190
Wayfarer Acetate Sunglasses, Ray-Ban, $155
Gold Tone Knot Earrings, River Island, $3
Cielo Pointed Toe Pumps, BCBGeneration, $89
Creme de la Creme Idiom Bangle, Kate Spade, $48

Red, White, and Blues

July 11, 2012 by Emily Leave a Comment

Hey Boston cuties! It’s time for another Swapaholics Swap!

This month we’re swapping denim— and let me tell you I’ve got quite a drawer full to contribute!

July 18. 7-9 pm. 40Berkeley in the South End.

$10 but use code soanthro for 25% off! Bring 3-5 denim pieces to swap and you’ll come home with just as many.

See you, maybe?

Best Foot Forward

January 6, 2012 by Emily 23 Comments

You always dress in yellow, when you wanna dress in gold.

Who sings that GO!

Yeah. Hilary Duff.

But it’s the inspiration for my Friday’s Fancies today! One of my new year’s resolutions is to stop being afraid. So when {av} announced that today’s theme is “Best Foot Forward,” I thought, might as well take a leap and embrace something I’d probably have been too shy to wear before now…

Sparklyglittergoldloafers:

Darby Glitter Loafers, J Crew, $215
Audrey Hepburn Tee, Ruche, $40
&Sqin Jeans, H&M UK, $47
Black Spots Book Necklace, CatBird, $52
Bleeker Street Straw Large Tote, Coach, $398
Leather Bow Clip, American Apparel, $16

As for the rest of the outfit? I just like it.

Happy weekend everyone!

Changing Seasons With Fat Face UK

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