Fashion | November 25, 2020

Cozy, Classic & Chic—It Exists!

Hey, you know what’s fun? Maintaining your sense of style without succumbing to frostbite. I would like to make it very clear that it’s possible to get through winter without existing in sweatpants, exclusively. Not that there’s anything wrong with that. I’m just saying it’s nice to have options. Today, I’ll show you how to keep things classic and stylish, with a little help (actually head-to-toe help) from Saks. And, to make this season a little brighter, Saks has offered my followers an exclusive discount code, MEMOMARY, which will get you $50 off orders of $300, $125 off orders of $600, $200 off orders of $800! This is a much better discount than the public sale they’re running right now. And the only exclusions are Beauty and Fragrance.

Today’s outfit, and brace yourselves now, is NOT a look for sitting on the couch watching Netflix! Just the thought of it is almost too much to handle during this, the year of our Lady of the Loungepant. Instead, this is a look for (safely) leaving the house this winter (even if it’s just a jaunt around the block or to the grocery store) when you want to dress like your typically well-styled self. But you’d also prefer to not freeze to death. It’s a combination of polished winter essentials and accessories that combine to make one very useful look to keep in your back pocket a.k.a. your wardrobe.

Cozy, Classic & Chic Style

The hero of this look today (and the hero of my life lately) is this glossy puffer down vest by Sam. It is unbelievably warm and supremely chic—perfect for socially-distant jaunts around the block or runs to the grocery store. It keeps you cozy while keeping your arms unencumbered by restrictive layers of fluff. So you can haul groceries and/or squirming toddlers. If that’s not reason enough to buy and wear it everyday, I should also mention that it’s spectacular for layering underneath coats that you love but aren’t quite warm enough. We’ve all bought them. They’re cute, but seriously lacking when it comes to the actual task of warding off frostbite.

Two words of advice on this vest:

You might want to go up one size, as it can be pretty fitted. Also, after buying it for yourself, buy it for every woman on your holiday list. Because it makes for an amazing gift.

The base of the entire outfit is a knit dress by Alice + Olivia, one that I’m quite certain we’ll all get endless wear out of, as it’s ideal for both casual and professional purposes, depending on how it’s styled. Layered underneath are a stunning pair of Wolford tights, in a houndstooth pattern that’s ideal for wintertime. Something that isn’t Christmas but feels like Christmas? Houndstooth.

I can’t not accessorize, so naturally I’ve got two very important pieces of information for you:

The first is this cashmere yes cashmere beanie. And if you’ve never worn a cashmere beanie before, you are in for TREAT. Second, you know I love these Stuart Weitzman combat boots. And I’m not afraid to repeat myself. THEY’RE SUPERB. That gold hardware makes my heart stop everytime I look down. When it comes to these beauties, be sure to go down half a size as they run large. I typically wear an 8.5 in shoes and these are an 8. Still with plenty of room for thick cozy socks.

The last item I should mention here is this perfect leather belt which I recently ordered from Saks as well. It is an excellent dupe for a Chloe belt you’ve seen me wear countless times but was long ago sold out. If you’ve been looking for something similar, this is a great alternative!

It is possible to pull together warm looks for winter that have polish and style. And, while my sweatpant moments are highly valuable to me, so are the moments when I can put on real clothes and remember the reasons I don’t mind (that much) when the temperature drops.

Remember to use my exclusive Saks discount code, MEMOMARY, which will get you $50 off orders of $300, $125 off orders of $600, $200 off orders of $800!

STUART WEITZMAN

Kolbe Leather Combat Boots

Thanks to Saks and Shopstyle for partnering on this post!

4 thoughts on “Cozy, Classic & Chic—It Exists!”

Evelyn Miller
November 26, 2020 at 5:43 AM

Beautiful ! I love the ageless styles.
Working everyday in an office environment and travelling cold winters the vest combo is perfect! Now I can pair mine ( has a hood) with lots options plus just picked up pair black Dr. Martins! Voila
I’m 58 and dressing for work 30 years ! Still love it but sometimes .. just need little kick in pants .. keep it fresh .. on point .. and professional. That’s when I discovered you !
Thanks Mary ..
Stay safe you and yours !

Evelyn

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shelley boa
November 27, 2020 at 2:16 PM

Mary, I love this look on you! I found wolford tights today with the smaller houndstooth check on the outnet for 17 dollars!!

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Rachel W
December 10, 2020 at 7:25 PM

Hi Mary! Love this look!! Where are the sunglasses from?! Love the shape!

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1. Mary Orton
  December 11, 2020 at 4:39 PM
  
  Hi Rachel,
  
  They are from Krewe. Here is a link for you:
  https://www.krewe.com/products/eve-24k-titanium
  
  Mary
  
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Cozy, Classic & Chic—It Exists!

Cozy, Classic & Chic Style

Two words of advice on this vest:

SAM

ALICE + OLIVIA

WOLFORD

I can’t not accessorize, so naturally I’ve got two very important pieces of information for you:

STUART WEITZMAN

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