An Element of Chic
I have been in sunny Miami for the past three days and it’s been an adjustment this morning waking up to grey skies and rain after waking up to blue skies and a view of the ocean! However, I am so very grateful to have been able to take this trip! I went to Miami to photograph some swimsuits and resort wear from Boston Proper and it was the perfect place! I can’t wait to share these pieces with you…they are my favorite pieces so far from Boston Proper!
Todays post is a large contrast…from styling swimsuits to wearing a vintage stole!
You’ve seen me style this stole several times in the past…I never get tired of this coat! It can be worn endless ways and always adds an element of chic to everything I put it with!
Pinterest provides me with endless inspiration and as I was scrolling through the.other day I found a picture that inspired this look (see below). I looked for a touch of red but couldn’t seem to find just the right thing so I’ll keep looking, but overall, I’m pretty pleased with this outfit! What do you think?
Image from Pinterest
My outfit consists of black pants from Theory…they are stretchy like leggings with a great slit in the front and are very comfortable. I added a black turtleneck because of the cold but considered an off-white blouse. I actually tried on a denim shirt under the denim jacket, but it was too much bulk and not comfortable for me. My shoes are very old, yet always classic from Charlotte Olympia (similar here) and my bag is also old from Henri Bendel (this one is very similar and priced well). I’m still mourning the closing of this iconic store in New York. The double leopard adds a little more interest to this look and it’s something I do often because…you know, you can never have too much leopard.
Here are a few other ways you can wear a leopard stole…they are more versatile than you may think.
Obviously, the classic way to wear this stole is over a cocktail dress or strapless top. This is such a chic look one of my favorites.
I love this stole over a grey tee shirt with pearls and jeans. The contrast is unexpected and fun. Complete the look with pumps or booties, or even play a fun platform sandal.
Wear this stole over a coat for an extra layer of warmth and a lot of chic!
These stoles look beautiful with classic Louis Vuitton bags…especially this beautiful stole!
A smaller stole looks amazing with a blazer. I haven’t tried this look with mine yet, but I definitely will soon!
Wear with a blouse, untucked, a cropped sweater, trousers or dark wash flare jeans and pumps.
Wear over a black long sleeve dress with boots.
Wear over a long cardigan with skinny jeans (one of my favorites)
So chic over a column of black!
Try your stole with jeans, gold booties, a camel sweater and a leopard bag (or a red one).
Create your own Great Gatsby moment with a vintage 1920’s dress and your stole!
If you have a vintage fur coat…don’t let it collect dust…get it out and wear it! If you’re thinking of purchasing one, I hope this post has inspired you!
Thank you so much for reading today! I’m off to Richmond tomorrow to visit my daughter and eat at some of the restaurants that are included in my Richmond City Guide!