I blinked, and suddenly it’s Wednesday again, and time for another What I Wore Lately! The last couple of weeks have been pretty low-key, but that doesn’t mean I’ve been living in pajamas. Even when my calendar is quiet, I still like to get dressed in outfits that make me feel good and look pulled together—simple, quality pieces I reach for again and again because I truly enjoy wearing them. I hope this post inspires you to keep getting dressed for you, even on the most ordinary days.
As always, I’ll link similars for sold-out pieces and less expensive alternatives for pricier items where I can. I’ll also list my sizes with each outfit for reference; I’m usually between a small and medium in tops and a 29 or 30 in jeans.
I hosted dinner for 14 on Thanksgiving Day, and I pulled together this comfortable-but-polished fall outfit. The raw-hem wide-leg jeans paired with brown embellished flats created that subtle mix of casual and dressy that felt both fun and functional for a full day of hosting, while the rust cardigan added the perfect autumnal touch. I finished the look with a bold pendant layered with a chain-link necklace and gold hoops.
Madewell cashmere cardigan in Deep Rust (M) // PAIGE Anessa (29) – 25% off (option) // Sam Edelman Michaela in Cafe Noir (8) // similar hoops // Jane Win pendant // similar link necklace
I was running late for church the next day after spending a little too much time working on my Sunday Scroll for Substack, so I grabbed my new red sweater (a nod to the first day of Advent!) and paired it with black jeans and leather boots, an easy combo that I knew would work. I skipped a belt and added the gold pendant for a much-needed focal point.
Side note: I’m not usually a fan of red and black together because it can feel a little predictable (especially this time of year), but the washed black denim adds some edge and keeps the look from feeling like the tired “office holiday uniform.”
I finished the look with a black car coat and a black shoulder bag to keep everything simple and cohesive.
Jenni Kayne Flynn Sweater in Crimson (S) (option) // J.Crew Car Coat (6) (option) // MOTHER Roller (30) (option) // Vince Sutter Bootie (8.5) (option) // similar hoops // Jane Win pendant // similar box bag
The next day, I had no reason to leave the house, so I pulled on this old turtleneck, added comfy knit pants and slippers, and called it a day!
old Vince turtleneck // old Athleta fleece pants // UGG Dakota Slippers (8)
Aaaand, yet another day at home… I managed to snag this gorgeous White + Warren sweater on an end-of-season sale last spring, and I’ve been enjoying it so much lately. It’s simple but has just the right amount of interest, with the stripe pattern, an exposed seam up the back, and ribbed trim. What really makes it special, though, is the cut and quality—it just fits so well. Any time you can grab a piece from White + Warren on sale, I highly recommend it! Sadly, this one is now sold out, but I found a similar option HERE.
It probably seems like a waste to wear something this nice just to work from home, but I love it and it makes me happy. I also love how these Gola sneakers in bone suede tie in with the colors in the sweater.
White & Warren sweater (M) (similar) // MOTHER Lil Kick It (30P) (option) // Gola Viper (8) // similar hoops
For church on Sunday, I built the whole outfit around this plaid coat. The cream sweater, blue jeans, and brown boots and bag all tie back to the colors in the plaid, which makes the whole look feel really cohesive.
EVEREVE Wesley Plaid Long Coat (S) // Jenni Kayne Cashmere Fisherman Sweater (S) // Treasure & Bond Maria Suede Belt (M) // AGOLDE Harper (29) // Sam Edelman Saige Bootie (8.5) // similar bag // similar hoops
Here’s the outfit underneath once the coat came off—simple and classic, but the belt really helps it feel pulled together.
Fit note: In my perfect world, these jeans would be a smidge shorter, but it’s not enough to bother hemming them (I don’t even think they could take off just a 1/4 inch and still retain the original hem). I tried washing them once in hopes that might do the trick, but they didn’t shrink at all. These are the highest heels I own, so I’m calling it good and moving on.
That brings us to Monday, when I met a friend for lunch and a little shopping after my workout. I snapped these photos in the EVEREVE dressing room. It was cold out, but I didn’t want to deal with a heavy coat at the mall, so I grabbed a chunky turtleneck sweater and layered it under my oxblood leather jacket. I wore the La Canadienne boots for warmth (and because they’re comfortable enough for lots of walking), and my trusty MOTHER Lil Kick Its to keep the look casual and easy.
AllSaints Ryder in Oxblood (S) (option) // similar turtleneck // MOTHER Lil Kick It (30P) (option) // La Canadienne Kiki Citi Dry Booties (8.5) (option) // similar bag // similar earrings
Then yesterday, I had a facial appointment (thus the no-makeup look), and I wanted to wear this new sweatshirt I picked up at EVEREVE. Unfortunately, my Vitamin C serum splashed when I went to pump it out and ended up marking the sweatshirt—I noticed it right when I took this photo.
LNA Joey Henley Sweatshirt (S) // AGOLDE 90s Loose (29) (option) // striped socks // Birkenstock Boston Rivets (39) (option)
So I tossed it in the wash and switched into the cozy stripe sweater instead. When it was time to head out, the brown Madewell coat I’d been debating felt like the perfect topper, so I ripped the tags off and wore it!
Madewell The Alonzo Coat (S) // White & Warren sweater (M) (similar) // AGOLDE 90s Loose (29) (option) // striped socks // Birkenstock Boston Rivets (39) (option)
Sometimes that’s how I decide to keep something I’ve been on the fence about—the need shows up, it’s sitting right there, and that’s my answer. No more overthinking it!
And that, my friends, wraps up the last couple of weeks around here. Thanks for following along! 💛
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