WEARING
James Perse recycled cotton skirt | old, sold out
H&M top | here’s a similar one, the one I have was on sale in store for $7
Robert Clergerie sandals
Admonish custom leather tote
Candace Ang necklace | old, sold out
This is last friday’s outfit, perhaps you saw the “outtake” on Instagram last week? Today it’s too hot for me to even care what I’m wearing. In fact, I might not even leave my desk today.
And I was thinking that I love it when you guys interact with each other (and me) in the comments; maybe once a week or so I’ll do a post and ask you guys questions so we can get to know each other better. I’d also love it if you connected with me on Facebook (either the “official” Facebook page for Grechen’s Closet, or look up Grechen Reiter and friend request me!), Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram.
So here goes, for this first “meet & greet” we’ll stick with some basic questions, you don’t have to answer all of them, or heck, any of them, if you don’t want to. I just think it will be a fun way for everyone to get to know each other.
1. how long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes?
2. What brought you here?
3. How old are you?
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all? 😉
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!)
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. (please don’t be spammy)
I’ll answer number 5, since you already know MY answers to all the other questions – the last thing I purchased and love isn’t really a purchase, it was a 100-pt perk at Sephora (I purchased the nail polish remover which I LOVE TO DEATH): the GinZing eye cream by Origins. This stuff is crazy good – it depuffs in seconds and really brightens my eyes. The little thing I got will probably last a while, since I only use it in the AM, but I will definitely buy it next time I need eye cream…
Now, your turn!!! Especially if you’re a newbie, don’t be shy, we don’t bite!! I’d love to learn more about you.
1. how long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes? About three years now, going on four.
2. What brought you here? I became obsessed with James Perse and stumbled upon the blog searching for outfit ideas.
3. How old are you? 36
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all? 😉 Very similar. I love simple, basic quality clothes in neutral colors – although I recently purchased this bright blue Lilly Pulitzer cardigan and am finding that color is a good thing. 🙂 I love James Perse, Splendid, and Inhabit though.
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!) Rag and Bone Dash Skinny jeans, because I saw them here and thought, I could wear those ALL THE TIME. And now I am. lol
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. (please don’t be spammy…I will not hesitate to moderate out disingenuous comments) Not yet – but maybe someday.
haha! yes, color is a good thing. i try, i really do, but i end up all anxious because i don’t feel like myself. i am looking at a cobalt blue bag, but even that makes me nervous!! and so glad you like the rag & bone jeans, i think they’re perfect 🙂
1. how long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes?
So long I can’t even remember 🙂 Before my divorce so at least 5 yrs but I think closer to 8.
2. What brought you here?
I think I was looking for a James Perse top and I came across your blog.
3. How old are you?
I’ll be 34 on Monday.
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all? 😉
Similar to your, classic pieces with an edge, minimalism but I love a crazy high heeled shoe.
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!)
2 Theory Sweatshirts, one grey and one black
http://couture.zappos.com/theory-janelo-top-charcoal
And I got a pair of Chanel sneakers on their way to me!
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. (please don’t be spammy…I will not hesitate to moderate out disingenuous comments)
No blog
omg, best sweatshirt ever!!! i need it.
and happy early birthday 🙂
1. how long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes?
Under a year
2. What brought you here?
I turned 40 this year and have lost 60 pounds and wanted to see if I could spice up my style without looking like foolish (unauthentic?) so I started looking for a slightly older demographic of style bloggers.
3. How old are you?
40 😉
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all? 😉
Not at all similar. I rarely wear jeans, I’m an 80s preppy who grew up in CT but then had a bohemian phase in high school & college. My style is still classic with a bohemian twist (usually scarves but occasionally a print piece) Some weeks I could go through life in khakis and a twinset and be happy. With a couple sundresses thrown in for fun (and because I live in the South now where ventilation is a good thing!)
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!)
Taos bronze gladiator sandals you found for me!
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. (please don’t be spammy…I will not hesitate to moderate out disingenuous comments)
No blog…And my Pinterest is even boring these days – lots of tile samples for my kitchen. Trying to work on fall fashion ideas though
. how long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes? about four months
2. What brought you here? I was thinking of buying clogs and stumbled on this site. And saw that I really liked the style and attitude.
3. How old are you? Oh god, I hate saying this. 44.
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all? 😉 Similar but I live in Dublin so don’t wear the same brands. I like greys and the same muted colours and the jersey but not clingy stuff you wear.
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!) Asos jersey t shirts. I think they look james perse-ish but cheaper. They won’t last more than two summers though. I have two grey and one white. Size down if you are getting one, they are huge.
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. (please don’t be spammy…I will not hesitate to moderate out disingenuous comments) Yes I do – Lucy Mitchells Diary.
1. How long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes?
Six years?
2. What brought you here?
I was just discovering brands like Ella Moss and James Perse and my searches led me here. Also, a lot of small boutiques were starting online shops and the site helped me find the best ones.
3. How old are you?
29.
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all? 😉
Very similar, although I wear a bit more color and have an office job, so my wardrobe is necessarily a little dressier. I have more structured pieces, for that reason.
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!)
I bought a pair of Current/Elliott Captain trousers in an olive color, and LOVE them (eBay! $65!). They are so soft and slouch perfectly.
http://www.shopbop.com/captain-trousers-current-elliott/vp/v=1/845524441865870.htm
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. (please don’t be spammy…I will not hesitate to moderate out disingenuous comments)
I blog at http://www.sargeincharge.com. I write about whatever interests me- generally that is online shopping, decorating my condo, Chicago, and my regular self-improvement kicks.
i love that you love those sandals. i’m so glad!!
and congrats on your weight loss, i’m shooting for a total of 50 by my birthday, 25 more to go…
A bag is such a safe and clever way to do color though. Try it! I think my cardigan was a good way to ease into color too. I pair it with a bunch of neutrals (white tee or tank, jeans, skirt) of course.
Hi Grechen! I am so glad you are doing this! I just started following you about a month ago, and just love your style and your blog. I check it everyday and love to comment. I can really relate to your choices and can envision myself in many of your outfits. I also love the brands that you enjoy as well!
1. how long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes?
just a month of so….love it! A regular.
2. What brought you here?
Was checking out a Jerome Dreyfuss bag….love Paris, Isabel Marant, and all things related! Love his “twee” bag, I am thinking…maybe a “must have!”
3. How old are you? Well, I am a very youngish 53:)
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all? Very similar! I love chic, stylish, clever, reasonable, unique, “classics with a twist” that are comfortable! Love Bobbi Brown, J. Crew, and all things Isabel Marant, a bit of Anthropologie and (yes, the current version) a little Eileen Fisher! Oh, and Nike/Adidas cute gym/zumba/yoga wear.
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!)
I love love love my perfume from Paris!!!!! Chanel’s 31 Rue Cambon! Love it and it transports me back! (and, others have said it smells lovely and not too strong)
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. (please don’t be spammy…I will not hesitate to moderate out disingenuous comments)
I have just started a blog; thank you very kindly for asking! It is called typicalwishes and I have a son with autism. I struggle with feeling “it’s ok” to enjoy/follow/persue style, beauty, and just fun things! I hope to “organically” expand with things that I like, just as you do, Grechen, but here in the Pacific Northwest, and just along with my interests. You truly are such an inspiration for me; I can relate to you and love your stye!
Continued success, and thank you again for your blog and your kind connection!! xox Kim
…and….P.S.! I LOVE your tattoo! I have a small lotus (that carries much meaning) on my ankle! Love to see yours as well! Thanks!
Kim
http://www.typicalwishes.com
Oooh, fun 🙂 I’ll play:
1.how long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes?
I’m not sure – at least 4-5 years, maybe longer.
2. What brought you here?
I can’t remember! I think probably a coupon code search for something or other.
3. How old are you?
39
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all? 😉
I’d say not at all similar, most of the time. I work in a business professional office, so I wear a lot of structured jackets, dresses, suits, etc. In my downtime though, I love high quality basics.
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!)
I just bought this gold tassle necklace from jcrew this week and am really happy with it – it’s a nice heavy weight, and different than any other jewelry I have. http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/jewelry/necklaces/PRDOVR~01662/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~gold%20tassle/01662.jsp?isSaleItem=false
I’m also pretty stoked about the sparkling french pink lemonade I picked up at Trader Joe’s earlier today 🙂
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. (please don’t be spammy…I will not hesitate to moderate out disingenuous comments)
Nope, not yet – maybe someday.
1. how long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes? Over 6 years.
2. What brought you here? I used to own a boutique in SF with an online store and you had contacted me to work together on a coupon.
3. How old are you? Just turned 34. Like Irena 😉
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all? 😉 Simple with an edge.
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!) My LOOKMATIC Abby Frames. I had the same exact pair but lost them on a plane flight (crazy I know) so I had to buy a second pair. I get compliments on them all the time. They’re perfect.
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. (please don’t be spammy…I will not hesitate to moderate out disingenuous comments) Yes. SaleBite.com I started with StyleBite.com but liked posting about sales more and I hardly have time for both so I just focus on SaleBite now. Maybe I’ll resurrect StyleBite one day when I have some extra time. But the last two years have been crazy.
love lookmatic. i have three pairs of their frames and get compliments on them all the time, in fact it might be time for a new pair :)- i’ll have to check out the abby style. i think the ones i have are so old they’re not on the site anymore!
i miss stylebite 🙁 but i love sale bite. and don’t i know how much time it takes!!! 😉
LOL at your trader joe’s comment – we don’t have one in austin yet, but they’re opening one very close to me in the next month or so and i CANNOT WAIT. whenever i go to atlanta i make several trips. mostly for candy 😉
and i love that j crew necklace! i have a friend with a lariat style necklace that i always admire, but have always thought they look weird on me. and i love this j crew necklace: http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/jewelry/necklaces/PRDOVR~06483/06483.jsp?color_name=rustic-grey – it’s sooo cool, but maybe a bit girly for me? !! i don’t think i can do the jenna lyons tough/girly thing very well…
true. true…i may just take the plunge. i love cobalt blue, and i know it would go well with all my grays, blacks and whites LOL
kim, the twee is so good. all jerome dreyfuss’ bags are amazing though, they’re such great quality and beautiful styles.
and good luck with your blog, i have enjoyed reading it 🙂
You know I had to get in on this as well 🙂
1. how long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes?
Since you moved to Austin – 3 years ago I think??
2. What brought you here?
I met you and I lurved you, so I had to follow your blog!
3. How old are you?
31
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all? 😉
My style is “wishes I was as classy as Grechen, normally just looks disheveled.” No seriously, it’s pretty casual these days and I am all about dresses, flats, and owl necklaces. I like to go for classic and stylish but with some color. I always get stuck in black or gray. I can’t help it, I love them! Thanks to you, I now love maxi dresses!
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!)
It’s a tie between my Steve Madden studded loafers (they have spikes too!!) and my new purse/laptop bag that i I got today.
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. (please don’t be spammy…I will not hesitate to moderate out disingenuous comments)
I do, it’s Austin Slave to Fashion.
Thanks for giving your readers a chance to get to know each other!
oh, studded loafers! i bet you could hurt somebody with those 😉 i think i need to see these in person…
Oh wow! That just may cinch the deal! I’ve been thinking about the Twee for an awfully long time!:)
“Treat to me” for starting my blog and heading into the fall!
Really love your style and ideas! Thanks, always!
Kim
Hahhaah yea its pretty great. Get it so we can be sweatshirt twins lol. Thank you on the bday wishes 🙂
It’s so nice to meet all you ladies. This was an awesome idea Grechen. Hope you get to visit San Diego soon.
darn it. now you’ve got me looking for those pants again – i’d forgotten about how much i love them. is the fit like the boyfriend jean? did you size down?
1. how long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes? 6 plus years, ever since I moved to Atlanta area.
2. What brought you here? You have a similar style/taste in clothing as I do and your blog is awesome!
3. How old are you? 37
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all? Pretty casual, JP tees, Inhabit, Enza Costa. I stay very neutral, wish I liked color more. LOVE white tees. I have way too many.
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!) Frye Brooke Drawstring Handbag, purchased at recent Nordstrom sale. That bag will last for years. http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/frye-brooke-drawstring-shoulder-bag-medium/3325118?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=Brown&resultback=96&cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-searchresults-_-1_1_C
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. (please don’t be spammy No blog.
1. For at least 5 years. Can’t remember now.
2. I think I was searching for James Perse.
3. 37
4. A lot like yours but a bit more boring and basic, maybe. 😉 I’m a SAHM now, and my style has changed to Everlane t-shirts and Horny Toad skirts. I still love James Perse and would wear only that if I could afford it. My other favorite brand is Bobi. I especially love their cowl/drapey tops. My newest favorite piece of clothing is Icebreaker Villa skirt. Mostly going for comfort, simplicity, and quality these days.
5. Primal Pit Paste deodorant stick in Spice. Love the stuff!!
6. I used to write a perfume blog back when perfume blogs just came into existence. It’s still out there but has not been updated for years. aromascope.com
1. About a year.
2. Was searching for “James Perse.”
3. 45. But I feel much younger. 🙂
4. Very similar to yours, plus I also like to wear tailored items like blazers, trousers, and button-up cotton blouses.
5. Just got a Theory cotton sundress for $7 at a thrift store. I nearly passed out with glee. I wore it to a client meeting the other day and loved it to death.
6. No blog. I work about 60 hours a week and barely have time to follow blogs, let alone write one. 🙁
1. how long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes?
Not sure. Maybe 6-7 years. Wow, has it been that long?
2. What brought you here?
I’m not sure how I first discovered Grechen’s Closet. Maybe makeupalley.
3. How old are you?
32
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all? 😉
My style is similar to yours except I’m probably a lot more boring. I also commit one of your fashion faux pas by wearing exercise clothing almost all the time. Hey, you never know when you’ll want to bust out some burpees! =P So yeah, my style is very casual, relaxed, comfy, and sporty.
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!)
I bought three James Perse tops at TJ Maxx a few months ago and was thrilled to get such good deals on them. I got 2 tank tops and a button-up shirt for under $60! Thank you Grechen for introducing me to James Perse.
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. (please don’t be spammy)
No blog. Just wanted to say thank you for your blog. You have such an honest, down to earth, and friendly blog. I really appreciate how you feature fashion that’s not too over the top, not too glamorous, and not too overly styled. I also love how you highlight smaller brands and like to focus on brands made in the US. Thank you for such a lovely blog over the years!
Great idea, I love reading comments anyway but this is really fun!
1. I’ve been reading for probably 6 or 7 years?
2. What brought me here was loving your style…originally some random search probably but I was hooked 🙂
3. Okay darn it, I’m probably your oldest reader, 56 this month.
4. My personal style is casual luxe, very similar to yours. My (smallish) closet is narrowly focused on James Perse, Vince, Splendid, Paige and JBrand. I do wear Theory when a dressy occasion calls for it. I feel like I can be happy when I just shop for my favorite brands as opposed to running all over looking for the elusive random perfect item.
5. I just got back from Nordstroms Rack and hauled in 2 James Perse tops and 3 Vince ( long sleeves) tops. I can never have enough I swear. Love, Love, love!!!!
6. No blog, no time. Thanks so much for yours Gretchen!!!!
1. how long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes?
Closing in on 3 years, give or take.
2. What brought you here?
I think maybe I ran a search on Isabel Marant — I was a regular reader after my first visit.
3. How old are you?
39
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all? 😉
There are definite similarities – looking for guidance and contrast is what makes me a fan of your blog, along with the friendly, warm tone you write with – it’s hard to write about things and acquisitions and still seem fully human sometimes and you do. I feel like my style is yours plus Hedvig’s of ‘The Northern Light’ but messy, and heavily focused on secondhand finds. I don’t live in the South so I love sweater dressing, jackets, coats, boots. Love (but am frustrated by the pricing of) Isabel Marant, and love A.P.C., old things by Mayle and Rachel Comey. I feel like there was a golden day of independent design between 2003 and 2008 or so and am not as into ‘new’ shopping as I was then.
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!)
I just bought a tiered leather skirt by Vakko, when that was still manufactured in the US. I saw a very similar skirt by Ralph Lauren at a very fancy store and felt quite happy to see it tagged at $2,100 (!!!!). Not the same thing but not $2,100….
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. (please don’t be spammy)
I haven’t updated in years and just looking at it now was awkward. I wish I could say I had a real one.
1. how long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes? (3 years-ish)
2. What brought you here? (I really don’t remember. Good luck?:)
3. How old are you? (55)
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all? 😉 (Some of both. I come to you for ideas about how to edge slowly into artsy-land. Your monochromatic/neutral preferences give me an easier path into more flowy dressing.)
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!) (Shoes for my wedding. I did NOT expect to be wearing crystal-toed Jimmy Choos, but it worked.)
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. (please don’t be spammy) (Yes I do! And you have been one of my best supporters! http://www.amidprivilege.com. Nice to meet you everyone.)
1. how long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes? 2 years
2. What brought you here? I forgot, another blog maybe. I keep coming back because I find you inspiring, authentic, and friendly
3. How old are you? 38
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all? 😉 french, preppy, tomboy classic (not at all except some of the shoes and everlane
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!) Everlane Silk blouse in blush
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. It is an experiment at this point, of outfits I like. Nothing serious. I also have a blog of safe toys my kids like.
I did size down but not as much as the AG boyfriend shorts. I am usually a 27 in Madewell/J. Crew type brands and a 28 in “fancy” jean brands like Current/Elliott- so I went with the 27. They are slouchy without feeling like they are going to fall off.
such a great bag!!! i wish i could get used to drawstring bags, i love the way they look, but have always found them a pain to get into!
and you KNOW i’m with you on the white tees 🙂
thank you for your nice comments kimmie!!
and you guys always remind me to check out TJ MAXX – it’s not one of my usual haunts because it’s in a weird location, but i always hear from people that they got such great JP pieces there.
thanks karen 🙂
i cannot even express how happy i am to have such a wide range of ages reading here – although, age means NOTHING, when it comes to style!
1. how long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes?
About 2 years
2. What brought you here?
I think it was from the AmidPrivilege blogroll 😉
3. How old are you?
42
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all?
Similar, but more structured and less drapey. Pretty much the same color palette though (i.e., not much 😉 )
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!)
I love my new glasses. I tried on a bunch of frames from Warby Parker, Rivet & Sway, etc, but splurged on a pair from Anne et Valentin (the French make the best glasses, IMHO).
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. (please don’t be spammy)
No, because there are so many out there that are doing such a great job.
Hi there (:
I’ll answer numbers 1 and 6.
1.) Well, just now. I came across it about 15 minutes ago and we have now liked you on Facebook! (:
6.) Yes we do. I’m one of the stylist for a fashion website called stylingon.com
Feel free to check us out if you want and tell us what you think?
http://stylingon.com/blog/
Hi There!
1. how long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes?
Wow, about 3 apartments, 2 careers and 4 cities so I have to say since 2006 at least.
2. What brought you here?
Probably a ShopBop coupon code…I’ve been obsessed forever
3. How old are you?
Just turned 33 on the 11th!
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all? 😉
Personal style-not at all. I’m more of a Cozy Urban Warrior..lol..If Helmut Lang and JCrew had a baby, that’d be me. But I have to say, I have followed you all these years, because your shopping style is very much like mine. I love how you hunt and analyze the pros and cons…that’s almost the best part right?
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!)
Urban Decay – Naked2 Lipstick…it is the perfect, perfect nude for my tone
http://www.sephora.com/productimages/sku/s1531912-main-Lhero.jpg
And Marc Jacobs Honey-So light and perfect for Summer
http://www.sephora.com/productimages/sku/s1551688-main-hero.jpg
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. (please don’t be spammy)
I blogged a bit a few years back, but life got busy and I kinda left it in the dust.
1. how long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes?
I think it must have been 3 or 4 years now. I really can’t remember when I started, or how I found you, but I think it was right around then time I started this job, and that was in 2010.
2. What brought you here?
I can’t remember! I started reading fashion blogs around 3 years ago, because I was going back to work outside the house after a long stint of freelancing and being a mom and entrepreneur and had no idea what to wear. I guess I must have clicked on a link 😉
3. How old are you?
52 and proud of it.
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all? 😉
In some ways similar. I like a casual look and since I am tend to be preppy by default, I try to find ways to temper that without getting too far away from my New England roots. Also I am totally a bargain shopper! Our body types and other physical aspects are completely different however. Also I live in NYC, which means many, many more sweaters and boots.
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!)
I bought a pair of white skinny jeans for $14 from AE and a Shashi necklace I have been wanting from Shopbop (30% off!)
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. (please don’t be spammy)
I have tumblr, twitter, facebook, lj, pinterest, etc etc but no blog. It’s all just for me, not public consumption.
how did i not know there was a “naked” lipstick?? must go check it out….
and yes, the hunt and then (over)analysis of pros/cons is the BEST part of shopping. it’s what gets me going!!
I meant to say that i like the jersey-that-is-not-clingy-style-that-you-wear. Sorry, I was’nt very clear.
1. how long have you been reading ? I think I’ve been reading for only 6 months.
2. What brought? I had been reading Kim France’s blog but wanted to find a second fashion blog that I could relate to. I think I found yours on one of her blog rolls, and when I googled for clogs and James Perse!
3. How old are you? 40
4. personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all? 😉 I tend to wear lots of grey and black with punchy accessories such as fuschia flats and metallic clogs. I love clogs!
5.I just bought grey no. 6 clogs on the old wedge sole,a grey peplum top from Anthro, and a navy lace sweatshirt at Jcrew.
6. Do you have a blog? http://marmaladeandbiscuits.wordpress.com/ It’s a food blog while I write the history of brunch book and teach sociology of food at a small liberal arts college.
What a fun post!
1. how long have you been reading ? I think about 5-6 months
2. What brought you here? Two things. The Alexander Wang Rocco bag and looking for stylish women over the age of 35.
3. How old are you? 36 for a few more weeks
4. personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all?My style is pretty eclectic and mood dependent. I can swing from a relaxed monochromatic look to a seizure inducing mixed print ensemble. Does this make me sound crazy? 🙂
5. Last thing I bought that I love. My Kate Spade gramercy grand bracelet watch and Switch strand scarf with magnetic closure.
6. Do you have a blog? I just started one! http://fashuninja.com/. I have has a post in the draft for 2 weeks and I finally just pulled the trigger and posted it. We’ll see how it goes!
how do you like the wedge no6 clogs? are they comfortable? i tend to have a hard time walking on wooden wedges, but i love the look of the no6 wedge…
I wanted to do this when you made this post but I figured better late than never.
1. how long have you been reading Grechen’s Closet/Grechen’s Codes?
I have no idea but I’m sure it’s been years. I know I was reading sometime back when you didn’t post pictures of your face and you wore lots of James Perse most of the time.
2. What brought you here?
I can’t remember that either but I am fairly certain I was doing a hunt for a coupon code to buy something (probably a handbag).
3. How old are you?
33
4. What is your personal style like? similar to mine? or not at all?
It’s similar in that I like comfortable pieces but I love color and don’t mind going a bit trendy. A lot of your stuff is more casual than what I can wear in my everyday corporate life, but I sure wish I could have a more casual lifestyle.
5. what’s the last thing you purchased and LOVE? (doesn’t have to be clothes, shoes or jewelry!!)
I bought a blue/gray colorblock felt hat from J.Crew that I’m dying to wear. I don’t even wear baseball caps but something about this one I love and think looks cute on me. I just need this weather to cool down so I can actually get some use out of it.
6. Do you have a blog? link it in your comment and tell us about it. (please don’t be spammy)
Used to blog, but don’t anymore. 🙁 I do Instagram and Pinterest these days.
i miss your blog angela 🙁 but i love that you’re still on instagram & pinterest. and here, of course 🙂