Stiff Weirdness

You see this sweater?

I love this sweater like no one�s business.  But, I�ll be damned if I can figure out how to wear it.  It�s just sort of stiff and a weird length and possibly too big.  But, it�s also multi-textured hearts and that makes me love it in spite of it�s stiff weirdness.  Sadly, love doesn�t turn one into a styling genius, so this happened:

I mean, I guess it�s not terrible.  But, it�s not right either.  I think the proportions are just too off.  Not off in that cool way that jostles the eye but still allows it to continue it�s journey along the lines of the outfit.  No, off in the bad way where your eye basically gets slapped in the face and you have to look away to prevent further damage.

Bam!  Like a slap to your eye face.

So, obviously, I need some help.  How would you style this sweater, Dearest Reader Friends? 

Thank you in advance.  And Happy Tuesday!

Gracey

Spring Suede

For the past year or so, fashion magazines have been trying to convince me that summer leather is not only a thing, but that it�s a good thing.  And perhaps, for others, it is.  But, not for me.  I am a heavy glistener, by which I mean I sweat a lot.  Add to that the fact that I sweat even more because I ride my bike to work and I can imagine only a few things more uncomfortable than wearing leather in the summer.  But, even though I unequivocally refuse to attempt summer leather, I�m willing to compromise with spring suede:

Because I�m all about compromise.  Okay, not really.  But, I like to try everything once.  And, I�m glad I did; because I think it worked in my favor here:

The suede skirt (Valerie Stevens via Goodwill) paired with the denim top (Caslon via Nordstrom) were perfect for today�s in-between weather. I also added a bib necklace (Nordstrom), my vintage ram-buckle belt and my new spring boots (Corso Como �Seminole� via Piperlime).

Image via Piperlime

 

So, yes, spring suede I�ll do, but summer leather is still a �no� for me.  What about you, Reader Friends?  Are you summer leather wearers?

Happy Tuesday, Everyone!

Gracey

Shop the Look:

Similar suede skirt (eBay has lots of options)

Similar chambray shirt (tall available)

Corso Como �Seminole� boots

Vintage ram belt buckle

Similar bib necklace