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Outfit: Juxtaposition

By: Unknown on 9:00 PM / comment : 0 featured, knee socks, outfit, red, style, winter style

dress (similar) // coat // hat (love this one) // sunnies // scarf (and reverse here) // tights // socks // gloves // bag // shoes (old, similar)

I love getting dressed in the morning. I love trying on different outfits and mixing up my old pieces in new ways. And, I especially love experimenting and trying unexpected combinations, like this red lace dress and black pom-pom beanie. I think the juxtaposition between the dressy lace and casual wool beanie and windowpane scarf just works. Also, I was cold and need a hat lol.

I have also learned the trick for wearing your favorite knee-highs and thigh-highs in colder weather, simply wear them over nude tights. I have become so accustomed to wearing tights everyday, going home to Florida for Christmas is going to be so weird!

Sadly, this little red lace dress by Paul and Joe is sold out. But, I have found several great alternatives below because red lace is always a good idea and perfect for the holidays. And as you can see, red lace can also be dressed down.

Outfit: Black and White Pattern Play

By: Unknown on 11:48 PM / comment : 0 black, fall, featured, knee socks, outfit, pattern play, plaid

sweater (old, similar) // coat (this year’s version) // blouse (old, love this) // skirt (on sale and last seen here) // knee socks // bag // shoes // sunnies // lip (heat wave)


This outfit combines two things I love - mixing prints and mini skirts with knee socks! The temperatures in Florence have been perfect for dressing, chilly enough to play around with layers but not cold enough that function has to trump fashion.

I purchased this simple black coat last winter when I arrived in Florence. It has been the best purchase I’ve made here (and my 50/50 boots). I typically go for a statement coat, something in a bold color or pattern. But this coat makes a statement with its simple and clean lines and perfect fit. Of course, if I am going to wear, a simple coat I have to mix it up a bit with some monochromatic pattern play. I just can’t help myself!