PLAID COAT
Does anyone know what day it is? I know the date, but promise I am not sure what day of the week it is! Do you all feel like that after Christmas? I think I am mainly messed up because we are traveling. Speaking of traveling, I wanted to show you this super soft plaid coat that is lightweight enough to pack quickly into a bag. I wanted to bring several coats with me on this trip, and this one was easy enough to throw in my bag. Sometimes I don’t want to wear a huge and bulky coat, especially if I am shopping in a mall or getting in and out of a car. Heavy coats wear me out when I shop! I know they are necessary for the winter while walking in cities like New York or Chicago, but they get heavy and hot when you get inside. This plaid coat may not be for walking around in the city on a freezing day, but it could be layered under a heavy coat for a chic look once the coat is removed.
I think my jeans, v-neck cashmere sweater, and floral scarf from Elizabeth Gillett (another post with her scarves, here) make this such a pretty look for daytime, but I also want to wear this coat with a black tee shirt dress or leggings. I paid full retail for mine, but it is now on sale (like everything in the world) right now. I think to get a stylish coat under $200 is a pretty good deal!
We had such a wonderful time at the farm celebrating my in-law’s 60th anniversary. They are 80 and 81 and in the best shape. They are very young at heart and to think that they have been married that long blows my mind. There were about twenty adults and nine children (oldest was 13) to make the house loud and lively. I was really blessed by the in-law Gods! They have taught me so much about love, faith, and family, and I hope that my children and their spouses and children will think of me the same way. Well, it won’t be the same, because I am a little naughty (oops), but I hope they will at least think of me fondly!
We are off this morning to drive to Nashville. We are headed to a friend’s 60th birthday party. Lordy, how did we get to this place where our friends are turning 60? I still think I am in my 30’s until I look in the mirror, and then I remember that I am in fact not, but I am thankful just to be here!
Hope you have a great day and stay warm! xx
Photos: Mary Summers Hafner
Michael Stars Plaid Coat (this one is cute as well!) // Veronica Beard Jeans (so on sale that they are under $100) // Theory Cashmere Sweater // Elizabeth Gillett Scarf // Pumps (under $100) // Bag (Are you all sick of it yet? Similar here)








December 29, 2017 @ 9:21 am
You look marvelous, darling?
December 30, 2017 @ 7:14 am
That really is such a beautiful coat. Youve styled it so well !
December 30, 2017 @ 9:57 am
I love the coat and how you paired it with the floral scarf! I have never tried Veronica Beard jeans but they look so good on you that I’m going to look into them! Sounds like you had a great holiday and that the fun is continuing! I truly enjoy reading your blog and I’m so inspired by you and your fashion choices! Have a Happy New Year and I can’t wait to see what you do in 2018!
December 31, 2017 @ 5:24 pm
Hi, Suzanne! Thank you so much! I love that coat, but wanted to liven it up a bit! I am obsessed with VB jeans! They don’t stretch out, which is a plus. We had a great holiday, but I am worn out. Planning on staying in bed all day tomorrow! Thank you for your sweet words…they mean a lot to me! I hope your holiday was great and that 2018 will be a great year for you! xoxo
December 31, 2017 @ 5:24 pm
Thank you, Toniann! I appreciate the affirmation! I hope you have a wonderful 2018!!! Thank you for reading the blog!!! xoxo
December 31, 2017 @ 5:25 pm
Thank you, Dahling!!! xoxo