coat // dress // scarf // hat // tights // earrings // boots
I’ve mentioned that I’m trying not to shop at the moment, but window shopping is totally allowed. Lately I feel like I’ve been wearing pants all the time because it’s been so cold. I miss my legs and I miss wearing dresses. I thought it’d be fun to put together a winter outfit featuring a dress. I like this striped dress from Topshop because I think it would transition well whenever the weather starts to warm up. Also, I’m still considering getting a new winter coat and I like the idea of a bright coat like this one (I think I’ve almost convinced myself not to get a black coat. Sort of. Maybe.). I feel like scarves are especially key with collarless coats- gotta keep the neck area warm and toasty! If I was wearing this outfit, I’d likely swap out the heeled boots for flat ones, unless I was going to an event or party. In some ways, I can’t believe it’s already February, but also, we’ve still got 2-3 months of winter to go…
![It's a very belated book haul! These are the four books I picked up on my trip to Australia back in May. Of course I had to check out some bookstores on my first trip to Sydney and I think I ended up visiting 9 in total (check out my stories to see the mini bookstore vlog I made)!
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It was so fun book shopping over there since majority of the covers are different from our US covers. I couldn't resist this pretty edition of PACHINKO, which I've already read. And when I picked up this copy of PEOPLE PERSON, I was so excited to see it because it wasn't out yet in the US at that time. I also bought two books that I hadn't heard of before I discovered them in the bookstore: IDOL and LOVE AND OTHER PUZZLES.
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Do you tend to prefer US or UK book covers?
[P.S. This is an old photo that includes a HarperCollins UK title, but please note that I support the HarperCollins Union.]
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[ID: A stack of the following books sits on top of white bedding in front of a white wall (from top to bottom): PACHINKO, IDOL, LOVE AND OTHER PUZZLES, PEOPLE PERSON.]
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what a cute winter look, love that sweater dress.
xo
PinkSole
Thank you!
If you already have a neutral coat, you should totally get a bright one. I find that color really perks me up when the weather is drab. So over this cold weather already…
Rowena @ rolala loves
I do have a black coat already, which is why I’m leaning towards a bright or patterned one (although my black coat has seen better days and should probably be updated too). Same here! Winter is not my fave…
I love Zara coats! That red color is gorgeous!
I’ve never owned a Zara coat, but I’m always admiring them online!
I’m with you Nnenna, I’m trying not to shop at the moment, but you can definitely turn to window shopping ;)
Agreed- window shopping will have to tide me over for now!
Yes! Go for a bright coat! It probably feels so different compared to the practicability of a black coat but, having been the owner of a couple of bright coats, I love them! They make you feel cheerier and actually pairs with a lot – especially if a lot of what you own already fall into “classics” anyway. =)
xo,
nancy
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I’ve only ever owned black coats and I’m a little afraid of how much a bright coat will stand out! Haha, we’ll see, I might go for something patterned. You’re right though, colorful coats are much more cheerful!
I totally miss dresses, and fully support purchasing a nice bright coat! There are just too many more fun colors than black!
Chic on the Cheap
Black is my safety net, but I’m definitely considering brighter options :)
I think a colored coat would be really fun! Red is always a good choice :)
I always admire colored coats on other people. It may be time to get one for myself!