I run cold (as Rupe would say) so it took the 100+ degree weather in palm springs this weekend to get me back into a skirt. I don’t always go for a midi length skirt but in pleather?… I just couldn’t help myself. Paired with the studded sandals and my snake print bag the material brings an edge to an otherwise classic silhouette. What do you think, are you a mini, midi, or maxi?

shop the look: faux leather midi skirt (old from zara), find similar here or here // top by Madewell // Studded sandals by Zara // fold over clutch by Clare Vivier // Necklace by Iacoli & McAllister

I’ve been on the hunt for a good statement necklace for quite a while now… you know the kind you can wear with a plain t-shirt and it instantly makes you feel put together? Well, I may have let out a little shriek when I received this one in the mail from 31 Bits… mission complete. It dresses up my distressed denim and brings color and a little more pattern (always a good thing ;)) to my white on white top & jacket.

If you haven’t heard about the great things 31 Bits is doing to support and empower women in Uganda head over to their site and read their mission.

Shop the look: Necklace by 31 Bits // Jeans by Adriano Goldschmied // Shoes by Sam Edelman // Lace top by Madewell // Jacket by Zara // Double bar ring from Forever 21 // Stacking rings from L.Frank Jewelry // Bag from Asos (old) find similar here

Images by Mike Carriero

I’m back in LA today where spring is definitely in the air, so I think it’s a good time to mix a little floral print into my wardrobe and soften up all the leather.

Shop the look:
Floral Printed Trousers by Anthropologie // Fringe Clutch by Milly // White Blouse by Joie // Leather Jacket by Zara (old) find similar by Diane von Furstenberg // Shoes by Seychelles // Stacking rings by L. Frank Jewelry 

Remember how much I loved the coated denim/leatherette jeans here. Well, I couldn’t help but get another pair and this time I went with the dark green.

Shop the look:
Rocket Leatherette Jeans in Dark Ivy by Citizens of Humanity // Chloé mini Ethel Bag – find it in pink here or metallic python here (no longer available in gold)  // Ankle Boots from Zara – find similar here and here // Linen Blazer by Zara (old) – find similar here // Grey Tee by J.Crew // Stacking rings by Sass & Bide // Necklace by Kilt  

As if the gold motorcycle jacket wasn’t enough… how about blue? oh yes, please.

Shop the look:
Biker Jacket by Veda from Madewell find similar here and by rag & bone // Chambray Shirt from Anthropologie // White Jeans from J.crew find similar from AG // Green Turquoise Ring (unknown) find similar at Max & Chloe // Necklace (unknown) find similar style at Bergdorf Goodman, Urban Outfitters, and Piperlime // Ankle boots by Seychelles, find similar by sole society and I’m kind of loving these by Steven // Bag by Milly

Coated denim… who knew? I am kind of in love with it. It has the look of leather but the fit of your favorite jeans and I want them in every color. Paired with the Emerson Fry coat that has become such a staple in my wardrobe and it’s a good day.

Shop the Look:
Citizens of Humanity Rocket Leatherette Jeans also comes in Black and Red // Leopard Coat by Emerson Fry find similar here  // Maeve blouse from Anthropologie // Black Pumps from Zara find similar here and here // Brass Cuff by Young Frankk // Bag by Cotélac // Stacking rings by L. Frank

It was nice to break out some of my winter wear for our days walking around Chicago over the holidays. The city was extra purty in the snow.

Boots by Elizabeth and James // Coated Leggings by Kova & T - find similar here & here // Sweater from Madewell – find similar here // Shirt by Jcrew // Faux Fur Coat by Guess – find similar here, here, or here // Brass Cuff by Young Frankk // Bag by Clare Vivier

It is no secret that I love mixing different patterns and colors. It is not only a big part of my career but it is also evident in my everyday life through the clothes I wear.

I worked in a small office and being a creative company there was no set dress code or rules (thank God). Although, while that is great for personal expression, it is also a slippery slope where I could easily get lazy with my clothing. (i.e. no one would care if I started showing up to work in my pajamas!) I started my style column as a way to keep myself motivated to put just a little effort into what I wear day to day, and to catalogue the different prints, patterns, and colors that come up in my wardrobe.

I highly recommend snapping a photo of your own outfits here and there. Especially if you have a too tiny closet like me and you can’t see 80% of your clothes without going digging. It has been fun to see how my taste has evolved just over the year and it has even helped me further refine my personal style.

This is a little round up of my favorite style posts from this year. See the coordinating full posts here: 1 party dress // 2 pop of pink // 3 pin dots & army green // 4 stripes & leopard // 5 dots & stripes // 6 floral jeans & dots // 7 bold stripe & lace // 8 fuchsia maxi & geo top

To see all style posts look here. 

I wanted to pause quickly today to say Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays! This year was the first time we have ever sent out holiday cards, so I wanted to share them with you here and say a huge heartfelt thanks to each one of you for this year. Thank you for following along and for all of the encouraging comments and emails. You guys have made an eventful year so much sweeter.

xo Rupert, Sarah, Pikku, & Cracker

As for the cards… we had our first holiday photo shoot with Max Wanger & Our Labor of Love which consisted of a half an hour of Rupert and I chasing the dogs, trying to get them to sit still for more then one second. Somehow amidst Pikku attempting to eat the mistletoe and Cracker trying kiss Max, Margaux, Jesse, and Whitney… the talented bunch managed to produce a few great shots!

Here is one more personal favorite. :)

Images by Max Wanger and Our Labor of Love

My Shirt by Madewell // My Shoes by Badgley Mischka // My Belt by Madewell // My Skirt by J Crew // Rupert’s Jeans by 7 for all Mankind // Rupert’s Shirt by Hugo // Rupert’s Tie by J Crew // Rupert’s Shoes by Ben Sherman