Taking Risks

by Jen on Monday, January 21, 2013


Although my friends would disagree, I often don't feel brave enough to step out of my comfort zone sartorially. As I was putting this look together last week, I changed my mind several times as I considered whether white shoes with black tights would look off, or if the faux fur headband was "too much". Ultimately, I decided to just go for it, reminding myself that it didn't really matter if it really did end up looking ridiculous. It was a good reminder to not take myself so seriously and that clothing choices should be fun. Happy Monday!
  Wearing: T.Babaton coat, Club Monaco sweater (c/o), Zara skirt, Aldo RISE shoes (c/o), DKNY bag, gloves from Finland, Barts faux fur headband

24 comments

Love the bag!!! so stunning!!


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by Andreita on January 21, 2013 at 11:12 AM. #

hello !! i really loved the outfit.Its very beautiful and lovely

by Nicky lama on January 21, 2013 at 11:37 AM. #

Sometimes I go out wearing an utterly ridiculous outfit but then I just tell myself it's a contribution to discovering my personal style :) You look so cute anyway!

by Caroline on January 21, 2013 at 11:42 AM. #

love this look! it looks very vintage and classic :) i find myself second guessing looks sometimes as well!

Chioma
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by Chioma on January 21, 2013 at 11:43 AM. #

You look cute wearing a fur headband with your hair down. I have a similar one but for some reason I only wear it when I have my hair up. Happy Monday!

by Lisa on January 21, 2013 at 11:43 AM. #

Oh, don't worry, I feel that way sometimes too, even though I am definitely the most sartorially-minded of my friend circle. And hey, even if you do end up looking ridiculous, you can always just say you were being "avante-garde". Haha. Love the outfit. :)

-Lindsey

by Et tu, tutu? on January 21, 2013 at 12:06 PM. #

LOVE that headband!! I will need to look for one like that on sale once winter is over - soo cute and chic!

xoxo
Cassidy

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by Cassidy Short on January 21, 2013 at 12:47 PM. #

Jen, sometimes its good to take risks and go outside of your comfort zone for the sake of fashion, and you did such a good job! That leopard print skirt I just love (I have a weakness for that print) and the fur headband is adorable. xo

by Lauren on January 21, 2013 at 2:30 PM. #

I love coming across this sort of reminder and inspiration, to take risks and just remember to have fun with our style. Practice makes perfect, caring less and less what people may think of your outfit. I'm still working on it myself.
Plus, what really polishes off a great outfit like this is a smile. =)

by Elissa on January 21, 2013 at 2:58 PM. #

The great thing about fashion is if you try and it doesn't work you'll know for next time. But if you don't give it a try how will you know. And it's not like its a life changing decision lol . Great post Jenny and you look gorgeous. So you should take more risks because they seem to be working for you ��

Tash
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by Style Isle on January 21, 2013 at 3:04 PM. #

I'm glad you took this fashion risk but you created a gorgeous look! The white shoes don't look strange at all with your opaque black tights and the fur headband is an adorable topper. Glad you're getting such great use out of your new coat too!

Marisa
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by Marisa on January 21, 2013 at 6:34 PM. #

Oh Heavens, this is a cute look. I hope you felt amazing when you wore it.

by Sue @ A Colourful Canvas on January 21, 2013 at 6:37 PM. #

You could wear boots on your head and look good. I hope you didn't feel too self-conscious to have fun in this, because you are incredibly chic!

xoxo, Julie @ OBSESSED

by Julie on January 21, 2013 at 7:33 PM. #

you always look lovely. but even if you look back and wonder what you were thinking, thats why fashion is so fun :)

by Amber @ EasyPetiteLooks.com on January 21, 2013 at 7:53 PM. #

Such a cute combination! Clothes SHOULD be fun! Loving how you matched a white headband and white shoes.

by Anna on January 21, 2013 at 8:05 PM. #

I feel that way sometimes but this whole outfit was def a good choice! You look gorgeous!

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by Melanie Liliana on January 21, 2013 at 8:40 PM. #

I feel that way sometimes but this whole outfit was def a good choice! You look gorgeous!

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by Melanie Liliana on January 21, 2013 at 8:44 PM. #

LOVEE! xx

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by Natalie Suarez on January 22, 2013 at 10:04 AM. #

I like it!! No one ever made it in fashion by playing it safe! It's good to step out of your comfort zone!

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by Hannah on January 22, 2013 at 10:31 AM. #

Love love love! Where did you get that awesome lipstick from?

by bettyC16 on January 22, 2013 at 11:21 AM. #

Acabo de encontrar tu blog y lo sigo ya, me encanta estas guapisima!!!

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by Stella StyleArua on January 22, 2013 at 11:46 AM. #

Love this pally! It's true, I think especially when you have a blog riding on your styling choices, it can be hard to always style looks together purely for fun. This all came together beautifully though...very Russian in a way, in the best way possible! Can't wait to see you tomorrow :)

Alex xoxo

by Alexandra on January 22, 2013 at 6:22 PM. #

You look amazing in your outfits and in your pictures. Great fashion on blog!

If you get a sec, check out my latest post 'Chic in Valentino' and 'Island Style'. I would love to read what you think.

Sofia
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by Sofia Donatelli on January 23, 2013 at 6:20 AM. #

Love the white shoes and black tights - so cute!

Kate xo petite-adventures.blogspot.ca

by Petite Adventures on January 23, 2013 at 1:24 PM. #

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