November 15, 2024
She likes red and green. And purple. And pink. And blue. And yellow…
She’s going away for a long weekend that will be FESTIVE. Not necessarily big splashy parties, but she knows that anywhere she goes, there will be a bit of a holiday fizz in the air! So she decides to travel with her core of black essentials, but to round out her travel capsule wardrobe with four accent colors.
Remember, not every heroine flies to her destination! This lovely lady might be taking the train, or the boat, or driving…
And yes, Vivaia shoes are everything they claim to be; I’ve got two pair, and I live in them. Both will go to Paris next month!
Red turtleneck – Lands’ End; scarf – Echo; earrings – Talbots; black cashmere hoodie – J.Crew; black pants – Lands’ End; ornament brooch – Talbots; dotted bag – J.Crew; knit ballet flats – Vivaia; overnight bag – J.Crew
She reviews her packing… jeans, a skirt, bright but not gaudy or tacky sweaters, some excellent earrings… and a black and white shirt for when she needs a 2nd layer…
multicolored ball earrings – Gem Bazaar; pink quartz earrings – Gem Bazaar; emerald hoop earrings – Valerie Chic; purple cashmere sweater – L.L.Bean; plaid shirt – Lands’ End; true green cotton turtleneck – Lands’ End; scarf – Kargede; pink cashmere v-neck – Charter Club; stars bracelet – Recreation Jewels; gold bag – Talbots; black jeans – L.L.Bean; loafers – Bandolino; patent flats – Cole Haan; black pleated skirt – J.Crew
I’ve got to mention – the pink sweater is under $50. And comes in a stack of colors… Yes, it won’t be the cashmere of your dreams, but I’ll bet it’s not terrible. I have a cardigan from Macy’s that has LASTED!
The night before she leaves – as all wise heroines will do – she puts everything together in one place, and gives it a good, serious look:
I would be pretty happy, if I was packing this! Somehow, this feels like one of my favorite wardrobes EVER.
Is she going to be able to dress appropriately for her aunt’s brunch? What about going to a religious service? Watching her nieces play soccer?
I think yes!
Have you noticed how MANY of the Echo 100 scarves are black with bright accents? I’m sure that means something, but I’m not sure what…
love,
Janice
p.s. Ten years ago, I considered what you want to keep in mind if you’re itching to buy an Etro scarf. FWIW, I still have, and wear, the Etro scarf that I bought over 20 years ago for my honeymoon…
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