Winter 10×10: Halfway point
Woowee! I wasn't expecting the response from you guys with this challenge and I'm so grateful for your feedback, questions, and cheering me on. We're over halfway there! Here are my outfits for Day 4–6.
See Days 1-3 and what the Winter 10x10 challenge is.
Tuesday Lunch | I really liked the versatility of this look for lunch with a friend to chat about freelance and client meetings in the afternoon. At home, I wore the collared shirt without a cardigan. I liked wearing my bandana as a headband but it kept falling off. Good for events but not the entire day – I don't like fussy.
Style question: How do you style a bandana or wear headbands?
Neutral patterned sleeveless cardigan (similar) | White-collar button-up (thrifted) | 10″ High-rise black skinny jeans (Madewell) | Booties (similar) | Bandana (Madewell)
WFH Wednesday | Bah. Tried a bandana with the knot underneath because I REALLY wanted to push my hair back without having to do a ponytail. It held better this way. Sweater and skinnies were THE BEST combo for working from home. I had a last second client visit and stopped into a new space to pitch a photoshoot so my blush pink sneaks came in handy too. Ankles were a bit cold but worth it to feel like I had my shit together when walking Tiger around the neighborhood at sunset.
Style question: How do you take care of sweaters? I know the dryer is BAD for them but I'm lazy. What do you do to hold the shape without expensive dry-cleaning?
Ivory sweater (thrifted)10″ High-rise black skinny jeans (Madewell) | Sneakers (Veja) | Bandana (Madewell) | Computer glasses (Kimball in Marzipan Tortoise by Warby Parker)
Polka Dot Thursday | I LOVE this look! It falls into the fussy category (more than 3 layers) but the long shirt with skirt created a lower waistline that made me feel Cable Girls kind of fancy. The polka dots and collar necklace added to this vibe. It's good to get dressed up for no reason sometimes! Fortunately, I had 2 good reasons; the CreativeMornings GR event I went to and now date night with Joel. We're going to a local brewery for dinner and cheers to a good week! I think I'll add my leather jacket (similar) for the occasion.
Style question: What's a sustainable/conscious/slow fashion lingerie brand you love? I've never put much thought into my undergarments but getting a bit fancy today made me start considering it more! Any tips or suggestions?!
Black mock neck sweater (thrifted) | White-collar button-up (thrifted) | Tan suede knee-length skirt (JBandMe) | Tights (similar) | Black booties (Jessica Simpson - similar) | Necklace (similar)
It's interesting the topics my outfits have brought up with friends and family because of this challenge. I'm happy it's prompted discussion about capsule wardrobes, our individual styles and observing habits that maybe we've never thought of before. I feel like I've just grazed the surface and am learning SO MUCH about the fashion industry and how we can help as consumers. It truly is deeper than the dress, you know? One more recap to go, then the final look at all 10 together over the next week! My final day should be next Monday. I'm going to attempt Days 7–9 this weekend when visiting my parents. Thanks for joining me on this journey with my wardrobe!
Thoughts? Personal experience with any of these topics? Stories that might guide me? Comment below!
