Blue Notes

Do you literally feel a twinge of pain every time you reach for your coat or pull on a wool sweater? This winter has lasted long enough, thank you very much! While we may still need to wear pants and boots to combat these frigid temps, there's no reason we can't start layering our new spring favorites underneath for a breath of fresh air. Some of my favorite pieces I've ever purchased were Resort or Pre-Fall pieces- those in-between season options can be some of the most wearable year round. Choose a classic color for your purchases between now and April and you'll be in business all year long...or at least til next winter. I shudder at the thought.

Image via Shopbop- Joie Top and Skirt (skirt also available here)/ J.Crew Beach Pant/ J.Crew Ca Va Linen tee/ Margaux Lonnberg Shorts/ Lela Rose Resort Look/ Carven Skirt/ Veronica Beard Sweatshirt

Great Debate: Leather Shorts

Lucky Magazine recently posted an article about why leather shorts are "dumb" and no one should ever wear them. Being a fan of year-round leather, I couldn't believe that THE magazine about shopping would publish an article that dogged out an article of clothing beloved by most women in the fashion world. The article went on to say that women's legs looked shiny in leather shorts because of sweat running down their legs. Personally, I find that claim 100% ridiculous. From experience, I own a pair of leather shorts that I find versatile, comfortable and never once given me a twinge of swamp ass. By the way, I live in the South...at the beach...in 100% humidity 180 days out of the year. 

Today, I'd like to defend leather shorts' honor. As our summer clothes gradually become less exciting and more of a burden in this heat, transitional pieces, like leather shorts, become the key to keeping one's wardrobe fresh and resilient. Now, you can add a white cotton shell (bonus points for a peplum) and your favorite strappy sandals to make this centerpiece warm weather appropriate.

House of Harlow Earring/Zara Peplum Top/Bangle/Jules Smith Skull Bangle/Bangle/Leather Shorts/Madison Harding Sandals


In the fall and winter, your leather shorts investment continues to deliver by adding a blazer, black tights and ankle boots. The look comes off as an updated classic, perfect for any evening out on the town.

Stella & Dot Tassel Necklace/Boundary & Co. Blazer/Leather Shorts/SPANX tights/Rag & Bone Newbury Boot


Hopefully today those who read the Lucky article can read this post and decide for their selves. As for me, I might be wearing leather shorts today...and the rest of the week in protest.