Case of the Mondays.

Here in Boston, it's a rainy, overcast, high of 65 type of fall day.
Being that it's Monday, the weather made me want to stay in bed; reality sunk in and I realized I had to rush to get ready for another manic stricken day.


I've decided to try to lay out my clothes the night before. This helped me today being that I was moving in uber slow motion.


I like to ease into the workweek with some neutral staples that you probably already have in your wardrobe- beige, tan, khaki, military greens. 
Here are my picks for your Monday.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Pearlie 

Av Max Hammered Gold Cuff

Splendid Jersey Cowlneck Top

Cole Haan Village Jade Small Satchel

Ralph Lauren Vella Pointed Pumps

Banana Republic Stretch Pencil Skirt

Hope your Monday flies by!

How to wear: Long Jackets

Ashley from New Orleans writes,

Vera Wang Brocade Jacket

I saw this online and LOVE it...but how and what in the world do you wear this as or with what?  Pants, a skirt and what shirt underneath, a cami?   HELP!  :) thanks!

Great question Ashley!

This jacket would be great with similar colors- like a dark pencil skirt like this:

BCBGMAXAZRIA Women's Monica Pencil Skirt

Or with dark slightly flared/boot cut trousers

Banana Republic Dark Resin Wash Trouser Jeans

What to wear underneath the jacket? Well, you could go bold and wear mid- to long sleeves underneath the jacket let the sleeve show, it's a layering affect. If it's too warm in LA for that, you definitely could do a lace camisole!

Now, for your accessories. Pair it with a chunky silver necklace! Don't forget your handbag. Might I suggest the Mia Ocelot style to add some rawr factor (not to mention, the metallic aspect from the bag matches the sheen of the jacket)?

And your shoes you ask? I am a HUGE fan of a sexy pair of red pumps or booties, especially when your outfit is all the same dark color, or family of colors. So, try these on for size!

Cynthia Vincent red booties

Until next time,