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Marley Lilly Herringbone Vest

December 2, 2015 by Emily 4 Comments

Confession.

We’ve been married 7 months today.

And I still haven’t changed my last name.

I KNOW, I know, but would you really want to spend one of your precious and few vacation days in line at the social security office and DMV?

That being said, socially, I’m a Fanning now*. And happily wearing the new monogram, which proudly continues to boast the G-unit. And joyfully filling my accessory closet with new eFg [how fun is that??] items.

Marley Lilly sent me their monogrammed Herringbone Vest, which I wore, no joke, every single day of my Thanksgiving weekend. After two years, I never ended up getting my hands on the infamous J.Crew version, so now I’m especially glad I waited.

Marley Lilly Herringbone Vest c/o | Ann Taylor Sequin Elbow Patch Sweater [similar] | J.Crew Factory Plaid Popover Shirt + Skirt | Kiel James Patrick Pearl Necklace | The Little Market Santa Beanie | Jesslyn Blake Leather Crossbody [similar] | Rockport Riding Boots c/o [sold out–similar colors]

If you don’t subscribe to Marley Lilly’s emails, get on that– they are constantly running promotions for their most popular items + offering free gifts with purchase. And while it’s hard to resist looking for yourself, this is the perfect site for gift hunting as well…!

*Still working on that Twitter handle… it’ll come in due time.

SHOP THE POST ::

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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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Sequins & Flannel

March 11, 2015 by Emily 10 Comments

I’m pretty sure if this blog had one of those cuteblank&cuteblank names, it would be sequins & flannel. Rustic, cozy, New England-ness, mixed with just a hint of girly whimsy fun.

Or maybe snow&ice would be more appropriate for this winter? HOW sick are you guys getting of these silly snow photos? I really do apologize. Fingers crossed this junk melts soon!

Blackwatch Puffer Vest, Old Navy [similar 1; 2] | Gray Sweatshirt, American Apparel [similar 1; 2] | Black Skater Skirt, American Apparel [similar] | Piper Sunglasses c/o Warby Parker | Statement Necklace, BaubleBar [similar] | Gold Sequin Clutch, Zara [similar 1; 2] | Patent Flats, Kimchi Blue [similar 1; 2]

WIshing you a warm rest of this week!

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Layer Season

September 17, 2014 by Emily Leave a Comment

Sometimes it takes a day like Sunday to remind us why layers exist. Days when one minute you’re up on the Legal Roofdeck sipping their lethal sangria, soaking up that warm, late-summer Vitamin-D, and the next minute the sun ducks behind the building across the street and the ocean breeze turns savage and you praise the lord for you remembered to throw said extra layers into your bag.

Fall in New England y’all!

Denim Shirtdress, Old Navy [TOTALLY wearing the girls version #lolz… similar adult] | Quilted Puffer Vest, Old Navy | Mini Transport Crossbody Bag, Madewell | Bangle Bracelets, Alex & Ani | Booties c/o White Mountain Shoes

No but really, how do you navigate the days with 30-degree ranges in temperature?

Gold Dots; Navy Stripes

January 22, 2014 by Emily Leave a Comment

I have nothing worthy to say about this outfit, except to admit that I’ve been wearing it just a bit too often lately. I’m in the midst of a love affair with this vest [see here//here//here if you’ve ever wondered if you’ll get enough use out of a navy + white striped puffer vest] as well as with anything gold, and I apologize that you’ve all had to witness it.

Happy Wednesday mah luvs! Be safe out there in the snow!

Bean Boot Season

November 13, 2013 by Emily 21 Comments

The drop in temperatures and first snow yesterday means one thing: Bean Boot Season has arrived.

I got a pair for my birthday last winter, and I’m truly not sure what took me so long. They are one of the best investments a New Englander can make, and I promise L.L. Bean ain’t even paying me to say that.

I’m wearing the 8″ boots here, but depending on the height you like, you can also find them in 6″, Gumshoes, or, my mother’s personal favorite, Rubber Moc (the ultimate in “duck boots”).

For added warmth or protection, splurge on Thinsulate– or Gore-Tex-lined versions.

What are your go-to weather-proof shoes for fall + winter?

Back to School with J.Crew

August 23, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

… I wish! Been a few years since I’ve gotten to pick out that first-day-of-class outfit, but how I still dream about them every year as fall fashions arrive. In honor of J.Crew having the best ever twenty-five-freakin-percent-off sale, I thought I’d round up some goodies you should be taking advantage of!

[ 1 ] Horsing Around Sweatshirt, $65 (also in navy!)
[ 2 ] Quilted Excursion Vest, $120
[ 3 ] Nouveau City Scarf, $55
[ 4 ] Scallop Trim Mini, $88 (on sale!)
[ 5 ] Golden Knot Earrings, $35
[ 6 ] Golden Link Tortoise Bangle, $68
[ 7 ] Janey Patent Flats (sale! + additional colors)
[ 8 ] Quilted Edie Purse, $258 (also in black!)

What a change of color schemes this week! This danbury red is growing on me, I hate to admit.

Also on the topic of J.Crew, how sweet is this video on monogramming? Doesn’t seem so superficial anymore!

And don’t forget:: 25% off all orders over $150 in stores + online right now! Go crazy!

Post-Memorial Day White

May 31, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

I’ve never really been one to play by the rules when it comes to getting dressed for the seasons, especially not with this no-white-before-Memorial-Day rule [though I will say please don’t let me catch you in white shorts during the fall]. But summer is the time when it feels most appropriate to lounge about in white sundresses as much as you can!

[ Amalfi Cutwork Beach Dress, French Connection, $102 ]
[ The Jean Vest in Storm Cloud Wash, Madewell, $88 ]
[ Booze Cruise Murfee Scarf, Lilly Pulitzer, $88 ]
[ Nappa Leather Starfish Sandal, C. Wonder, $138 ]

I’m hopping on this denim vest trend, and I love the idea of giving the white even more color with an additional scarf. How do you dress up your white?

Opa Gingham Style

February 27, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

Lauren Puffer Vest, Lilly Pulitzer // Gingham Shirt, Vineyard Vines // Jeans, American Eagle // Starfish Headband, Vineyard Vines // Bracelets, Lilly Pulitzer; Kiel James Patrick, Alex & Ani // Desert Boots, Wild Diva [similar]

Pink puffer vest strikes again! Bright pinks like this and cheery blue gingham like this are the only things getting me through this horrid winter (ie. the only days it’s not snowing it’s raining with 40 mph wind instead). I’m looking forward to spring more than I can express in words, so right now I’ll let the vibrant colors and picnic-ready patterns do the talking…!

après-ski

February 1, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

I’m not much of a skier, yet all winter I’ve been itching to get away up North and spend a weekend in a cozy ski town. Bundling up by the fire in a snowy lodge? That is one great think New England winters have to offer as severance pay…!

[ Lauren Puffer Vest, Lilly Pulitzer, $188 ]
[ Hastelow Lounge Leggings, Jack Wills, $49.50 ]
[ A Good Ternion Bag, ModCloth, $33 ]
[ All The Trimmings Hinged Bangle, Kate Spade, $78 ]
[ Bean Boots, L.L.Bean, $119 ]

Have you been skiing yet this winter?

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