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There are many reasons to shop out of season, but for me the biggest one is simply having the mental space to focus.
I like being able to dig around the depths of the internet and meditate on what’s speaking to me before there’s a frenzied buzz around “fall trends” and “must haves” and “need to buy” and everything I scroll upon has three active offers and is sitting in 15 different carts and my blood pressure starts to spike and my scarcity mindset tells me buy now! add to cart! go go go!
Buying a winter coat when it’s 100° out makes me much less likely to panic-buy something only to discover later that I skimmed the measurements, overpaid, or would’ve found something I liked better had I waded through the waters of five more pages of search results. I hate buying something fast fast fast for instant gratification only for it to die in the back of my closet.
There’s already so much clothing living on this planet!!!! It’s worth remembering that whenever the annual flood of “fall trends you need now” emails starts arriving. Many of those “trends” are simply the things people have always wanted once the air gets a little crisp: paisley prints, suedes, chunky knits, worn-in leather, a great boot. They return because they’re enduring, not because they’re new and surely don’t mean you need to buy something NEW.
Scrolling secondhand is also a useful way to check in with your own taste. If you keep stopping for the same thing over and over again, chances are that’s not an algorithm talking—it’s you. And you’ll probably love it just as much in five years.
Sorry to you summer lovers, but I’ve got fall on the brain and I’m not ashamed for thinking about cashmere and coats!
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(moving clockwise, starting top leftish — i know it’s confusing, it’s part of the fun! i try to make the descriptions easy to identify!)
sterling silver wavy brooch ($34.99)
armani collezioni black silk blend coat (fem m, $51.75!)
this feels very audrey hepburn to me — with a matching cigarette pant and a flat?sequin cloche hat ($29.99)
my head is too big for vintages hats so please wear this in my honor - the velvet little tassel thing is adorablemaurizio taiuti pony hair animal print purse ($45)
gooood good pursesterling silver antique turquoise bracelet ($146.73) (alternative under $100, here)
celine black sunglasses ($210)
a classic shapeaeyde black moto boots (fem 6, $391.50)
never worn! VERY cool, consistently classic
ralph lauren black floral silk scarf ($84.99) (very fun velvet alternative, here)
sterling silver flower brooch ($65)
the gemstones on this are so sweet and preciousbottega veneta brown patent leather platform pumps (fem 7, $206.25)
givenchy gold tone brooch ($148.79) (a slightly aged $45 option here) (honorable mention to this wacky $20 option)
chicos embroidered silk blend jacket (fem size 3, 22” across chest, $18.97!)
this is lovelyjenni kayne grey mockneck sweater (fem s, $97.50)
you’ll never catch me buying jenni kayne anywhere close to retail, but this looks cozy for a throw on layer and is a “good” grey (yes, there are bad ones)toteme black cropped cigarette trousers (fem s, $84!, never worn)
a great silhouettegold tone swirl brooch ($19)
sterling silver swirl zig zag brooch ($85)
very calder-esque, no?cowhide cow print cowboy boots (fem 7.5, $260 on sale!)
vintage ann taylor brown leather midi skirt (fem 4, $35.59)
jones new york silk chiffon patterned maxi dress (fem 8, $40)
this is giving *insane* 1940s glamour for 1/6th of the price of a true antique option!ralph lauren black and gold strapless top (fem 8, $149)
!!!!colette lacquered mesh bracelet ($126)
this is weird in the coolest of wayssterling silver pearl square shadowbox brooch ($40)
very unique and industrial coolfaux pearl stick pin brooch ($15)
a small detail that can make all the difference in creating a memorable outfit
ganni animal print coat (fem m, $260)
love the 1960s classic shape of this, it’s also 100% cotton so a good autumn/spring transition layermarni tortoise cat eye sunglasses ($124)
i have these and get so many compliments on themchenille tapestry floral clutch ($49.97)
honestly it’s giving dries van noten if you ask meralph lauren purple paisley silk skirt (fem 16, 18” waist!, $59.88)
toteme fuzzy beanie ($137.50)
sterling silver swirl with jasper gemstone brooch ($65)
this on a brown coat or sweater or dress? yumsandro brown distressed leather moto (fem xl, $395)
sterling silver and malachite twisted bar brooch ($45)
on a scarf/tie/pocket? divineacne studios brown metallic coat (fem l, $262)
sososoososososo good, a forever wardrobe piece and SUCH a good colorralph lauren brown silk floral scarf ($100, 34 1/2 square)
tibi brown slingback pumps (fem 7.5, $250, never worn)
lilac purple cashmere long sleeve sweater (fem s, $29.99)
ralph lauren paisley silk skirt (fem 14, 18” waist, $49) (honorable mention to this floral option, size 22w, 46” waist! and this size 16 option here)
sterling silver malachite peas in a pod brooch ($84.59)
this is so fun!etro wool paisley scarf ($54!)
these colors are !!!the row tan lace up combat boots (fem 6, $230)
max mara orange cord paisley pants (fem m, $111, never worn?)
i’ve had these saved forever and idk how they haven’t sold except for maybe the fact it says the waist measurement is 10”, which is simply untrue… i say someone should go forth and adopt these! they’re fun! with a penny loafer and worn-in paper thin vintage tee and a leather jacket? yes.vintage kenneth cole contrast stitch leather jacket (fem s, $85)
sooooo goodsterling silver multi-gemstone flower brooch ($79.99)
a really stunning color palette, especially with autumn tones
marc jacobs patterned rain coat (fem s, $62)
for the perfect autumn leaves kind of ensemblegucci tortoise sunglasses ($180, never worn)
896 likes on these and under $200metal woven basket purse ($120)
w. kleinberg ponyhair animal print belt (fem m, $97.75)
manolo blahnik snakeskin slingback pumps (fem 5.5, $195)
vintage black ponyhair coat (masc l, $450)
this is incredible and in amazing conditionbrass swirly artisan made hair barrette ($18) (this option is fun, too)
the long stick slides through your hair! unique! fun!vintage neiman marcus zebra ponyhair zippy pouch ($57.14)
as someone who live laugh loves a pouch, this is very tempting! buy it before i do!lauren ralph lauren black wool peacoat (fem s, $118.75!)
i feel this may be a masc s? but either way a ralph lauren peacoat for under $150…frye black leather moto boots (fem 6.5, $292)
this is a good price!!!! they go for about the same on eBay, heavily worn-in - these have maybe been worn once?lemaire black lace up tap shoes (fem 7, $369, never worn) (these 7.5 larroude ones for $198 are fun, too)
valentino black layered ruffle hem evening jacket (fem m, $171.50)
furla yellow leather long strap purse ($48.55)
has some scuffs/scratches but it doesn’t take away from how great this color is!jimmy choo embellished toe moto boots (fem 6, $157.50)
let me live vicariously through you! i would buy these were they not a smidge too small! i’d wear them with a silk floral midi dressralph lauren silk blend black cargo pants (fem 4, $80.50)
1940s tan suede fringe jacket (see measurements, $595)
!!!!!!!!!chenille floral kiss lock clutch ($25)
please buy her before i do!!!!! it’s soooooo gooooood
donna karan blue velvet burnout dress (fem s, $75)
carven faux fur animal print coat (fem m, $328.50)
alexander mcqueen blue silk skull scarf ($168)
these colors are a delightful combo and the price is good — i have two that i wear all the time because the size is so easy to work withthe row black lace up combat boot (fem 6, $186!)
i just bought these in my size and paid… much more… (they’re very comfy!)pleated wool plaid skirt (fem 8, $48)
good color comborozae nichols black leather jacket (fem m, $263.50)
this is soooo goooooodsafety pin pearl brooch ($49.99)
feels feminine and a little punk - perfect for your favorite wool coattory burch brown faux fur coat (fem s, $297.50, never worn)
is it giving Snuffleupagus? yes, but in the best way if ask me?dolly parton thermal shirt (fem xs, $40) (seller offered me a pretty decent discount after adding to my watchlist)
ralph lauren sheer blue floral silk dress (fem 6, $39.99)
giving 1930s/40s cute!sterling silver red carnelian brooch ($65)
FUNbally black leather lace up boots (fem 7, $87.50)
elie tahari pony hair animal print clutch ($149)
animal print is a neutral, therefore this is a wardrobe essentialblue interview mag sweatshirt (vintage m, $140)
miu miu harness moto boot (fem 7.5, $360)
these are insanely marked down because there’s pebbles stuck in the sole — nothing a trip to the cobbler can’t fix!!!christian dior blue boston bag ($500)
it’s less blue irl, but gorgeous nonetheless - fun (and very unique) as a weekender/commute bag!beaded blue coin purse ($16.95)
why have a boring coin purse when you can have this one?
Well, there ya have it! Happy shopping — tell me what you snagged!
Why would you buy something crappy and new when you could buy something spectacular and used?
Until next time,
xo,
G
Remarkable brooch work this week!
Fingers crossed the cooler temps come sooner rather than later!