going on a trip
Hey!
Jenna (of JCrew fame) is going on a trip! And so am I!
Jenna is headed to Turks and Caicos for some "much needed sunshine." Coincidentally, I am headed to Chicago for some much needed alcohol.
Let's see what Jenna has packed whilst we muse on what I will pack and, likely, drool and deliberate over whether I could possibly purchase any of Jenna's packables because that's what it's all about, isn't it, Jenna?
I am all about the stripes, but maybe not so much in the dead of winter in the Windy City. I do find myself perplexed, though. Would that be a tulle bathing suit? Very Black Swan, Jenna! (Am having difficulty picturing it covered with sand as my suit usually is. Jenna must sun by the pool. Also, am thinking that shade of nude flatters neither tanned flesh nor pasty legs. Oops.)
All right. I get it. A little utility/chambray/sexy shoes and bling. Makes sense.
How much is Jenna venturing outside in T&C? That's a big sweater in 80 degrees and I tried it on a couple of weeks ago. Verdict? That's a lotta knit on my bosom. The puffy bag gives me the willies. The shoes? Not feeling them.
I've forgotten, till now, to mention what I'm packing for my annual winter Chicago jaunt. This visit I'm going to see three new homes: Ms. Lancaster's new digs, Poppy's restored-after-the-fire condo (sadly the leopard carpet is gone) and Wendy's renovated house. What am I bringing?
Boots (both winter and Fashion), a couple of sweaters and some leggings. I don't know!
But let's get back to Jenna, because here's the thing:
I am in LOVE with that skirt! The striped sweater too, but it's transparent on a table which means I'd have to wear something under it. I have had to part with five skirts this year. Too long, too big, too frumpy. I need some skirts. NEED.
Wouldn't it be fun if I had the time to lay out my Chicago outfits and take pictures?
Yeah. We'll see.
Jenna (of JCrew fame) is going on a trip! And so am I!
Jenna is headed to Turks and Caicos for some "much needed sunshine." Coincidentally, I am headed to Chicago for some much needed alcohol.
Let's see what Jenna has packed whilst we muse on what I will pack and, likely, drool and deliberate over whether I could possibly purchase any of Jenna's packables because that's what it's all about, isn't it, Jenna?
I am all about the stripes, but maybe not so much in the dead of winter in the Windy City. I do find myself perplexed, though. Would that be a tulle bathing suit? Very Black Swan, Jenna! (Am having difficulty picturing it covered with sand as my suit usually is. Jenna must sun by the pool. Also, am thinking that shade of nude flatters neither tanned flesh nor pasty legs. Oops.)
All right. I get it. A little utility/chambray/sexy shoes and bling. Makes sense.
How much is Jenna venturing outside in T&C? That's a big sweater in 80 degrees and I tried it on a couple of weeks ago. Verdict? That's a lotta knit on my bosom. The puffy bag gives me the willies. The shoes? Not feeling them.
I've forgotten, till now, to mention what I'm packing for my annual winter Chicago jaunt. This visit I'm going to see three new homes: Ms. Lancaster's new digs, Poppy's restored-after-the-fire condo (sadly the leopard carpet is gone) and Wendy's renovated house. What am I bringing?
Boots (both winter and Fashion), a couple of sweaters and some leggings. I don't know!
But let's get back to Jenna, because here's the thing:
I am in LOVE with that skirt! The striped sweater too, but it's transparent on a table which means I'd have to wear something under it. I have had to part with five skirts this year. Too long, too big, too frumpy. I need some skirts. NEED.
Wouldn't it be fun if I had the time to lay out my Chicago outfits and take pictures?
Yeah. We'll see.
Comments
Three new homes. Lots to see, lots to toast.
Black pants-2
Black leggings
Black sweater
Black tunic
Black sheath
Black boots
Different Black boots
Black funky shoes with height
Black funky flats
Black simple flats
Gray pants-2
Gray leggings
Gray sweater
Gray tunic
Gray sheath
Funky, colorful scarf
Another funky scarf because the first one looked lonely
Antro sweater because it looks good with the funky scarf
Another Anthro sweater
Linen stuff because it's lovely
Wooly things because it's cold
Funky Necklaces (8)
Funky Bracelets (23)
Gray boots
Different Gray boots
Gray funky shoes with height
Gray funky flats
Gray simple flats
4 Coats
3 purses
I almost forgot the bracelets!
Save your shopping for Chicago! head over to Armitage street. There are 2 great consignment stores there and some awesome shoe stores and a place I got a cowgirl skirt that literally got me applause from 2 gay men when I walked into a restaurant. I will try to figure out their names (the stories not the men). And make sure you hit up the new taco place (not Bayliss's thogughh I am sure that is good too) dammit its name is escaping me. Hip wonderful taco place. Dammit. I will ask my friend Heidi.
Gladiator-style sandals are growing on me. I'm thinking of getting a pair. Which surely means they're out of fashion by June.
Susie's list for you made me laugh out loud and startle my children.
And I am one step closer to my house being done - the cabinets have arrived today!!!!
Leopard carpet! That really does sound WONDERFUL! Ask Poppy if you can take pictures and post them. I eant bto see it. I don't even know Poppy but I love her style.
Those shoes, #15, only looked good on Loretta Young (yeah, I'm that old!)
GO SEE THE EQUUS BY PICASSO AND CALDER'S FLAMINGO THIS TIME! So worth the time.
Have a great trip!
I have NEVER liked that name. It's (forgive me) a hooker name.
jbhat
And yes, that skirt is fantastic - comfy, practical, and cute! Slit pockets!