Needless to mention summer has officially landed, so the notion in June was not about dressing for work but rather what to wear outside work and what to buy during summer sale. So to keep my mind clear(er), I’ve challenged myself to shake things up a bit by reaching for pieces I haven’t worn in a while and to layer them in ways I hadn’t before. It’s like reconnecting with old friends, warm and affectionate, but grouping old and new friends together, even better.
EVERYTHING I WORE
Mental note: Wear your clothes regardless!
EVERYTHING I BOUGHT (FOR A BARGAIN)
Best reason to treat myself.
Summer is usually about wearing thin t-shirts but I propose otherwise. Huge fan of heavyweight t-shirt, I came across this 6.5oz cotton t-shirt from b.Eautiful while waiting for my partner outside the fitting room. A quick scan: vintage black, crew neck, intentional imperfect print (at the back) and boxy silhouette. Graphic print? A girl who looks like Mika Nakashima. Jackpot. It’s perfect to come home.
Do you know how hard it is to find a silver wallet/cardholder? I missed a Marc Jacobs leather wallet last winter sale so I have always been on the lookout for another one this summer. Last week, I found this perfect Givenchy 4G cardholder with a bargain — good things come to those who wait!!
Right, it’s a bowling bag. It took longer for me to jump on the bandwagon but better late than never. I love how clean and sleek this Nothing Written classic golf bag is and the white stitches are oddly cute. There are two other options before I pulled the trigger (a vintage Prada bowling bag and a Comme des Garcons bowling bag) but this golf bag has the missing element of office siren I wanted; plus, big lunchbox fits right in — sold.
Are you the type of girl who buys winter pieces in summer (vice versa)? I think I’ve tried this COS cable knit jumper on 3-4 times in the past six months before it arrives at my doorstep several days ago. It fits slightly cropped and structured on the body which reminds me of a vintage Maison Margiela cable knit turtleneck top I didn’t buy in Paris last month which is still haunting me today.
Let’s all shop against the season and get the good deals! Another (non awkward colour) winter essential Loewe beanie snatched up.
The OMA hoop earrings. It’s not until recently that I started to invest more on basic earrings over statement pieces. When a single hoop no longer satisfies you, go double, especially when it’s white gold plated.
Ok, I still buy statement earrings but just not vintage styles for now. These Missoma Dome earrings are perfect for jawline contouring and they are not overly heavy for the ears (very important).
That’s all for today!
Until then,
Chris
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Your outfits are so gorgeously styled, Chris. 💕 I’m swooning over the souvenir outfit, it’s just impeccable. Love the simple bold jewelry pieces. That cuff is perfect.