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August 30, 2017

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For the past several years now, I’ve gotten into the habit of doing bi-annual wardrobe cleans: the kind where every single item is taken out, sorted through, and either donated, sold, or put back into the closet. It often takes a good part of a day, and takes more effort than I’d like to put in, but it’s also always cathartic going through my closet and finding new homes for things that are no longer being used as they should be.

I did my fall closet clean a little early this year, and was pleasantly surprised that the purge pile was much smaller than previous years: this fall, I’m getting rid of fewer than 15 pieces. In addition to just having a more limited closet these days, I’m taking it as a good indication that I’m really starting to hone in on my style and the pieces I’m purchasing are going much further than ones of the past. This entire outfit, in particular, is a good example of that — I’ve been wearing everything you see here at least once a week, and mostly more, this summer.

I’m working to keep my purchase list for fall small and calculated: I’ll be looking to add a slightly looser pair of straight leg jeans (just ordered these ones, fingers crossed they’ll work!), a thick, cozy camel cardigan (a coatigan?), and I just invested in a pair of Acne’s coveted Jensen boots as well. I also have several weddings to attend this fall/winter, so I’m considering a cold-weather ready frock or jumpsuit if the right one comes along. I’ll keep you posted on how that all works out!

I’d love to know – what pieces are you looking to add to your closet this fall?

everlane linen shirt
simple classic style
white shirt black jeans
everlane modern oxford
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everlane shirt outfit

Shirt | Everlane (also love this one)
Denim | L’AGENCE
Oxfords | Everlane
Bag | A.P.C
Sunglasses | Karen Walker

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  1. Lo says

    August 30, 2017 at 10:06 pm

    Those Jensen boots are gorgeous! Can’t wait to hear how you like them.

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    • Jen says

      September 8, 2017 at 5:29 am

      Yes, they’re so good! I’ve worn them a few times already with a mini dress and they’re so comfortable. The pebbled leather seems to make them extra soft.

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  2. Vivian says

    August 31, 2017 at 8:38 am

    Loving your wardrobe full of staples!

    Vivian | LIVE . IN . LOVE
    IG | @viviyunn_

    ~

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  3. Vivian says

    September 7, 2017 at 5:06 am

    I was just eyeing a wool camel cardigan coat from Madewell that you might want to check out! I haven’t the plunge yet but def considering

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    • Jen says

      September 8, 2017 at 5:28 am

      I think I know which one you’re talking about, Vivian! It’s lovely, just a little more casual than what I’m looking for. Thanks for the suggestion! I ended up getting the Dujardin sweater from Aritzia 🙂

      Reply

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