So here were are at 2016, and what I feel to be the slowest time of the year. I do though enjoy the cold, bundling at night with the pups in their little round fur balls, or lying by the fireplace with hot cocoa in hand. This is about the time I may actually be able to wear my winter coat out, and realize that perhaps I don’t need 3 or 4 coats here in Charlotte, because it only gets cold enough for one maybe 2 months out of the year. Only a few weeks ago was it almost 70 degrees, but has now dipped to about 50. I soon hope to share with you my vintage inspired Boden pink coat, as it is finally getting cold enough. My closet has more leather jackets than wool coats due to this climate, but I could not resist this vintage swing coat in leopard.
Glad you are all back after the Holidays. I hope everyone had enjoyed spending time with family, friends and if you took time off from your blog, time to recharge! I took the week off of Christmas, and it was nice to just enjoy being with my family and relax a bit more. It also gives me a fresh start for the New Year, and helped me think of some blog goals I want to consider. I know with the New Year, many people begin to think of health, exercise, etc, but I feel it should not only happen on a once a year basis! I don’t set goals like that, I try to assess what will improve my status with EDS, so I am weight lifting, swimming, and walking. With the blog, I hope to have more topics added, Shopping on a Budget, Splurge or Save, Ways to Wear.. etc, and continue to do more Interviews with my Over 40 friends! I wish to share with you a bit more about me personally, and next week will devote a post to that. Some things about me may surprise you! Ex. I met my husband Rock Climbing. 🙂 I figured if I had to depend on him for my safety, I need to get to know him, and I better not tick him off!
At Christmas, I figured, I must have been “nice”as Santa brought me some very nice gifts this year, many on my “wish list”. One of these items was another pair of Over the Knee boots. I have always loved these and I think they are great for making one’s legs look longer. When it comes to boots, I like leather, or suede, boots are items I like to invest or not skimp on. Santa brought these Vince Camuto Baldwin chocolate-brown leather OTK boots for me Christmas day. The leather is beautiful and the boot substantial. Love em. Santa listened! I am wearing my vintage leopard swing coat, that was a STEAL for $25 as a bought it on Ebay. Nothing like a little vintage touch to add to something more modern to give it a fun, unique style.
One of the details, I loved wearing today, beside my cognac leather gloves and Obaku Denmark winter white elegant watch, is the little bear brooch with emerald eyes and moveable arms and legs. I HAD to get it, as the bear has a halo, and one of my many nicknames for Gibson, my shih tzu. I call him “Angel Bear”, as he is my angel and he looks like a teddy bear! So it has a sentimental meaning.
Love the detail of the cognac leather gloves, winter white Obaku Denmark watch c/o, cashmere dress, and 3/4 length sleeves.
Did Santa bring you anything on your wishlist?
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Most clicked this week is: Laurie of Vanity and Me blog with this fabulous rust orange print dress with stylish hat. I totally dig the style and love that the influence was a movie.
I love your outfit with shades of brown. I like leo print as well / you can see today at my blog.
Fabulous jacket, it looks really snug and cosy. The bear brooch is just so cute! You must have been very good all year for Santa to bring those gorgeous leather boots!
Totally gorgeous look today. The jacket looks super snuggly yet ultra chic – what a clever combination. Looks sensational with the OTK boots too x Thank you for the link up party.
Happy New Year Jess. You look fabulous, love your cozy outfit.
We are leopard twins! Love your coat and those brooches, such a classic touch! Also your OTB boots are amazing, I love how soft the leather looks.
Jess, I love this look from head to toe, the natural color combo with the leopard looks so polished yet so sophisticated.
Jess there’s so much gorgeousness in this outfit!! I love your new boots and the patterned tights peeking out. I think I remember the coat from before, it’s a beauty.
Thank you so much for hosting and linking up to #iwillwearwhatilike!
Thank you. Yes, I wore it once last year on the blog! Good memory :-)) It was such a steal and was in puuuufect condition when i got it. A favorite. Glad to be a part of your linkup too and best in 2016!
Leopard Lovely!!! I adore all the sentiment behind this post from the gloves to the lil bear and everything in between!! Just gorgeous!! What a steal indeed as you look like a million bucks!!
So chic and cozy looking! I especially like the unique tights with the boots!
Jess, What score on that fabulous jacket! I also love the OTK boots, yay Santa! Love how you met your husband, thanks for sharing that! I do hope this year brings you better health, and lots of other goodies!
Hope you had a wonderful NY, were your in Times Square? I will pop over. I love tall boots and he did quite well. Yes, I am athletic, but now have to choose different ways to exercise, no rock climbing anymore. thank you!!
At coat looks so warm and snugly I LOVE it! Great with the boots as well!
Hello darling.? I ADORE your beautiful swing coat & thank you for the lesson in fashion. So interesting. Hmm. ..I didn’t actually have a wish list for Christmas…at least clothing wise. I think you made out really well. Your hubby is a gem. I’m looking forward to 2016 & growing my blog & building more friendships with other fashion bloggers. Happy New Year my love!
What an amazing coat! Looks great on you!
The soft, mellow tones of the browns and beiges just look so good on your Jess.
And that swing coat is a dream and wonderful in leopard print. And the brooch is just too adorable.
Happy New Year to you, Jess and here’s to strong health for you in 2016.
What a statement jacket! Love the leopard print.
Right up my alley Jess, vintage leopard coat, you can’t get any better. Great cozy look! It is finally cold here so I’m able to wear my heavy vintage coats, which makes me so happy. Glad you had a nice holiday and I wish you all the best with your blog in the new year.
What a beautiful leopard coat! Love the neutrals in this look. Perfect combo!
Happy New Year, Jess! Looking gorgeous as always, I’m looking forward to reading more about you!
I always wanted a leopard fuzzy coat but just know it won’t get much use. Love how you styled your pretty coat. Thank you for hosting and hope you are having a fab week!
Oh my goodness, I love that coat! So gorgeous! Great tights too!
Love your coat! It ties the look together so well. One of my favorite parts about winter is fun outerwear. Happy 2016!
I love the mix of patterns and textures! And that coat is so luxe. Perfect way to start out the new year! Wishing you a wonderful 2016!
The tights are what drew me in first. Adorable! Your entire outfit is gorgeous. (And that is so cute about the bear brooch and your puppy baby.) I love your ideas for your blog this year. I’m a sucker for series. I am excited to see where you take it this year.
Gorgeous coat Jessica! I love a bit of leopard print, I am wearing a green leopard print number myself today!
So pretty and luxe! Love the OTK boots with the patterned tights! Looking forwards to all your new features!
Happy New Year you gorgeously stylish lady. Great look for winter and perfectly put together. I have a lovely image of you and the pups all bundled up. Precious!
Such a great outfit. I’m definitely in love with that leopard print coat. Happy new year!
You look gorgeous and elegant as ever! I adore that lovely coat on you paired with warm colors.
I’ve fallen in love with this leopard print jacket, what a beautiful thing! You look as elegant and stylish as always!
Happy New Year!! Love, love, love that jacket!
Fabulous coat. Happy New Year.
Always love a little leopard! Thanks for the link up, Jess!
Those boots are killer Jess…you know that I love them! And that coat is so fabulous, love the shorter length. The textured tights and sweater dress make the whole look even cozier. Winter finally showed up yesterday…as I write this it’s 4 degrees!
It’s a cute jacket, and lepard print looks stunning with your hair. Happy New Year, Jess!
Oh Jess, this is a stunner on you!
Your cosy jacket with the cropped sleeves…so elegant, and that cute brooch.
Your open knit tights with the OTK boots is a great combination.
I have just bitten the bullet and treated myself to some OTK boots….I have to admit to being a little scared of them.
But, we must keep pushing ourselves and evolving and having fun with fashion, mustn’t we?
Otherwise we end up looking dated and frumpy.
So thank you for being my joint inspiration…Ann from KrembedelaKrembe is another OTK wearer, a totally different look as well. You have both made me realise that they can be both bold and feminine and don’t need to look trashy or cliched.
I WILL wear them and they will perhaps end up my favourites??
This is a perfect outfit and really your style, Jess! You look fabulous.
I have similar leather boots although not OTK but regular ones. Our winter has been very mild without snow so far and I am more than happy about it! No snow shovelling and no warm and bulky snowboots and down coats.
This outfit is simply gorgeous! The boots are fabulous and so is the jacket. Very classic and chic! Thanks for hosting!
Happy new year! Love the cozy yet chic outfit. Living in LA, I know what you mean by the weather only cold for a few month.
Love your warm and cozy yet so chic jacket – Happy New Year!
You hit it out of the ball park with this look! That leopard coat…loving!!!!