Transitional

Wearing: Zara crop top, Asos culottes (last worn here), River Island loafers, Clare V clutch 

It's inevitable to go through any season change and not title at least blog post with the word or any word somewhat similar to transition. Face the facts here people.

Despite the sky rocket annoyance of it, I can say without a doubt that summer to fall, is one damn hard time. Especially when coats and layers are playing sartorial mind games on you.

But, let's get real. Anyone who is whipping out fall attire in 90 degrees should get their head checked out.  I'm shocked on how I managed to wear pants (erm, culottes) when it was hot and humid last Saturday for some NYFW meetings and events.

The key: popping into AC as often as possible and hoping for the best.

To keep the summer side in line, my trusty white crop top did me well to beat the heat. I cannot say the same for these loafers though... as cute as they are, the blisters are not. #bandaids4days? Oh yes.


Ph. 1 Bella Conte | Ph. 2 Shoes of NYC

Great Lengths

Wearing: Asos culottes, Asos duster, Artitzia crop top,  Clare V clutch, Wanderlust + Co bracelets 

New in: this season's latest man repelling item is no one other than my favorite culottes. Along with a duster- which is a mash up of Superhero cape and Sherlock Holmes might I add- is my favorite lazy dressing item for fall. It was the silk shorts in the summer, but August is no more folks. Burnt Sienna- I feel quite silly saying that, in case you are wondering- is my favorite shade to sport. The perfect mix of camel and orange, gives a die hard black cat, some joy of color into her fall wardrobe. 

But, let's not get ahead of ourselves here. Today was 95 degrees and the living definition of what mid-July should feel like. All my regards to you, Mother Nature. So, if you can imagine, whipping out those new purchases isn't exactly going to cut it for the moment. Summer staples like a crop top and those insanely comfortable sandals will carry you into the best (next) season with ease. 

Now, that's a transition for you, eh?

Ph. by Amy Stone

Checked Off

Wearing: Equipment blouse, Reformation culottes, Asos heels, Bauble Bar ear cuff

Taking a hint from the best minimalist of all and her Philo-isms, sporting culottes in a sea of cutoffs  only seemed to be the right choice. (Did you know culottes meant underwear in French? Oh how I love the irony!) Paired with a great white buttoned a la Wang, it was the perfect spin on the fashion world's norm-core. These Reformation culottes had me locked in with their tomboyish volume, and I knew that I just had to wear them other than the likes of trying them in front of a mirror. The higher waist and unbuttoned button down creates this season's version of a "belt". 

Oh and of course you noticed that bling (on my ear). For someone who hasn't worn earrings for a few weeks, it was time to bring some sparkle back.

On the contrary, one thing has gone missing.... #shades?

Photos by Alexandra Gibbs