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Coffee in hand, strolling Pike Place Market, a light rain falling; so quintessential Seattle, so Pacific Northwest. A quick stop at La Panier for bread, DeLaurenti for cheese, wine and pasta and the local farmers' market stalls for vegetables; a quick laugh at the tourists in line at the original Starbucks before heading home, love our City life.
Winter florals, a cozy sweater, waterproof boots, hat and solid trench ensure the light rain does not chill to the core. I spy ferry boats along Puget Sound heading for islands and consider stopping at Fran's Chocolates for double chocolate figs for dessert before heading home.
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While not officially winter on the calendar yet, the temperatures outside in Seattle have been steadily dropping and that cold winter chill is definitely in the air. As temperatures drop, layers become an absolute essential for dressing and braving the cold in the Pacific Northwest.
This winter season I am looking to a variety of fabrics and textures to add variety when dressing in layers, so as not to fall into the winter dressing doldrums I find myself in every year. I'm particularly loving layers of faux leather, velvet, and silky fabrics to get me through until Spring.
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Seattle! You're invited to a Celebration of Craftsmanship with The Frye Company at the new Frye Company store in University Village this Thursday! Meet the makers, enjoy live music and celebrate the amazing craftsmanship of our City and Frye Boots on September 14 at The Frye Company Seattle!
Frye Company boots have long found a place in my closet; a vintage pair of 1970s Frye cowboy boots were my first official ebay purchase and a beloved pair of Frye platform sandals have danced at multiple summer weddings leaving not a single blister. Both pairs are still in my closet and only continue to get better with age.
The Harness 12R Boots c/o The Frye Company are my most recent Frye addition to my closet and I just adore! For a recent run to the local coffee shop I styled my new boots with my favorite pair of DIY vintage Levi's denim shorts, a Petit Bateau classic tank, Madewell et SÉZANE sweater for the slight end-of summer breeze in the air and the Morley Hat c/o Moorea Seal to hide that messy morning hair.
My new Frye Harness Boots (c/o) are also perfect for fall and styling with
skinny denim and oversized sweaters as the weather changes. Made in the
USA, nothing says American Crafstmanship better than the Frye Harness Boot. Inspired
by the Civil War cavalry, this iconic boot is uncompromising and
truly only gets better with age. Hello fabulous new addition to my closet!
Frye boots and leather goods are well made and meant to last years. Since 1863, this distinctly all-American boot company has been making boots and nurturing artisans. History and heritage go into every single stitch of boots, shoes and bags that soon become heirlooms and passed down treasures. These iconic leather goods consist of only the best in materials, craftsmanship and design ensuring timeless style and unparalleled quality.
Everyone has a Frye Story ~ from the campus boot in college to the vintage cowboy boot found at a thrift store. What's yours?!
Scroll down for all the details and to RSVP for the FRYE Celebration of Seattle
Craftsmanship Event on Thursday September 14, 2017! Hope to see you there!
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I am a firm believer in the Brunch. Whether a Sunday brunch with friends, a Saturday brunch with the fam' or a mid-week "let's play hookie" little Saturday (aka Wednesday) brunch with a bestie; brunch is always a good idea. Not breakfast, nor lunch, nor dinner; the brunch is an original with an eclectic personality.
For most brunches, my go-to outfit is a dress, sandals or mules and a favorite bag. I might accessorize with a sunhat and/or sunglasses if the weather is warm and the sun is shining, or add a sweater with a breeze.
However, my go-to outfit for brunch has not been working lately in Seattle. With a constant rain since last fall and temperatures barely crawling above 50, I needed a new go-to brunch outfit stat. With a bit of a surprise, I turned to pieces that tended towards neutral. And when I think neutrals, I typically think fall, not spring.
Well it turns out I love to wear neutrals in spring too! Neutrals are great pieces to have in your wardrobe for year-round and in no way need to be limited by season. Pairing well with other neutrals or colors, they provide flexibility no matter the situation.
For cooler temps, wind that is not just a breeze and overcast days,
layers are key. For a recent brunch with friends at Luna Park Cafe in
West Seattle, I turned to a few of my closet staples and wardrobe
favorites: a fisherman sweater from Madewell, faux leather leggings from
Zara, a MaxMara Safari Jacket I've had forever and a vintage leather
bag I found at a thrift shop on the California coast when we lived in
Half Moon Bay.
I paired these closet favorites with
a few recent additions to my wardrobe: Earrings and Necklace c/o
Rebekah J Designs, dv Kenli perforated mule booties from Target and Gap
Aviator Sunglasses. Both the Paths Between Necklace and Fortunate
Earrings are from Rebekah J Designs' fragment Collection. Rebekah J Designs is based in West Seattle and all her pieces are stunning!
One of my favorites, the Paths Between Necklace
by Rebekah J Designs, is perfect for layering with other jewelry or as a
stand alone piece. Cast in brass and hung from a 14k gold fill chain,
the necklace is a great reminder that "there's more than one route to
take you there", no matter where 'there' may be.
Another favorite, the Fortunate Earrings
by Rebekah J Design are hand carved with texture on one side and
polished on the other. An elevated take on your everyday basic hoop,
they're the perfect way to remember that "sometimes it's the simplest
things that remind us how fortunate we really are."
And as a special offer for Story of My Dress readers, you can take 20% off all Rebekah J Designs products on www.rebekahjdesigns.com! Just use code STORY20!
