Running Late

Well, as I type, it’s 11:32 p.m. (early for this night owl), and I’m debating whether or not I’m too wine-drunk to write tomorrow’s (today’s) blog post.

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Eh, let’s give it a shot… Pun intended?!

Before you jump to judging, I spent all day yesterday with a few of my favorite people — on-set with Glam during the day and over cocktails at the Vineyard Vines spring preview well into the evening. And, I mean, wine-drunk is just what happens when you opt to dine exclusively on bite-sized baked goods and cheese all day.

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As my part-time photog Lydia can attest, I’ve made the mistake of indulging in the occasional late night before I’m scheduled to meet her in the morning.

As a result, THIS is generally what it looks as I’m racing like a bat out of hell in heels across the park to meet her on time.

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Insert that grown-up YOLO quote here.

For inevitable episodes of serial snoozing, especially, I’m grateful to have curated a closet in which I can pluck any two or three key pieces from their rightful place of real estate and wear them together — the result being somewhat polished.

My suede moto jacket — which is a T.J.Maxx find — has been in constant rotation this season. Dry shampoo is also a key player in the equation, and I think the faux-leather cap helps, too.

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I would go on about my outfit, but that chardonnay is winning the battle for tonight. As they say in grade school, “Pencils down.”

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*Wearing: Joie suede moto jacket c/o T.J. Maxx, Elizabeth & James floral blouse (similar), Max Studio leather skirt (similar), Alexander Wang booties (similar), faux-leather cap from ASOS | *Beauty (my five-minute face): YSL Touche Eclat, Stila Stay All Day lipgloss in Fiery, NARS blush in Love Joy

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Photography by Lydia Hudgens

33 comments

  1. YOLO is right lady - might as well live it up with a few weekday-wine sessions while you can! And I must say, that outfit doesn’t scream “I woke up five minutes ago” at all- kudos! When I have 5 minutes to get ready, I’m usually wearing yoga pants. Clearly you have a little more skill :)

    • If I didn’t have to leave the apartment and go to work, trust. It would’ve been yoga pants all day.

      On a related note, have you tried J.Crew’s signature legging? I swear by them for fall/winter — they’re thick (read: not see-through) and really comfortable. Highly recommend! I’m actually wearing mine today… Haha.

  2. Sometimes, drunk-ishly writing is the best! You write what you’re thinking and don’t spend nearly as much time trying to be clever (well, you’re always clever, but me over here…) and then proof it once. Also, hello easy sleep! No matter how long I’ve been staring at the screen, wine always tucks me in quite nicely at night 😉

  3. Oh my goshhh after yesterday’s comment about my obsession with your booties I’m OFFICIALLY jealous! I’ve been obsessed with those A. Wang booties since I first saw them! I also love the top, skirt, jacket and hat but the booties are my fav! 😉

    And I’ll have to agree with commenters before me…wine writing seems to always be the best. I cranked out two posts last night after 2 glasses!

    xx
    Katie
    http://www.pearlsandtwirls.net

  4. Love this look! I am definitely a “serial snoozer” no matter what. The VV preview looked amazing! You had quite the day yesterday!

    Nikki
    thefashionablewife.com

  5. There’s no judgement here. I’m of the mindset that a day spent with bite-size morsals, cheese and wine makes for the best days. Also, having a well curated closet allows for easy/chic throw-ons like this. Love this skirt!

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