THE DALLAS STYLE BLOG OF EDDIE + ANGELEE FORTUNA
How 'bout this January Texas weather? And, what a perfect day to bring out a comfy sweater! This marled cable knit sweater is an easy choice when cruisin' down the streets of Downtown Dallas. Trying to keep your entire ensemble care-free? Throw on a structured hat for an easy hair day and to complete your outfit. It's easy... Easy like Sunday Morning. ; )
All photos courtesy of Joshua Fortuna
For those of you required to wear a shirt & tie, or even a suit to work, a word of advice for transitioning to Happy Hour and beyond:
Top off your office-friendly outfit with a casual blazer. This one from Suitsupply is still perfectly tailored, but its unstructured cotton has a dusty tone to it that immediately makes a stiff work ensemble infinitely cooler.
Cheers!
Jacket: Suitsupply (similar here) | Shirt: J.Crew (just like this one) | Pants: J.Crew | Tie: The Tie Bar (also love this one) | Shoes: Magnanni (just like these) | Socks: J.Crew | Pocket Square: The Tie Bar (similar) | Sunglasses: RayBan | Watch: Lucien Piccard (like this one)
Sweater: J.Crew (similar here) | Blouse: Ann Taylor (also love this one) | Jeans: Madewell | Boots: Topshop | Rings: Gorjana & Forever 21 | Watch: Daniel Wellington | Journal: Moleskine | Mug: Weekend Coffee
I know it's warming up now, but at the time of this shoot, it was freezing and Angelee and I were running around taking care of errands. Not wanting to worry about an overcoat, I decided to go heavy on the layering instead. It just so happens that it all turned out to be one of my more colorful ensembles.
Jacket: H&M (similar here) | Sweater: J.Crew | Shirt: J.Crew | Pants: J.Crew (similar here) | Scarf: Ralph Lauren (like this one) | Shoes: Cole Haan | Gloves: Jack Spade | Watch: Omega | Pocket Square: The Tie Bar | Glasses: Tom Ford
It's simple, let the lace do the talking. When wearing lace, use it to accentuate your favorite feature of your body. I decided on a shorter hem line (leg action) and the "A" line silhouette to draw the eye to smallest part of my body (my waist). Decide on that feature, and show it off!
Dress: H&M (in love with this one) | Blazer: H&M (like this one) | Shoes: Charles David | Sunglasses: Tom Ford | Handbag: Charming Charlie's (similar) | Watch: Michele | Necklace: J.Crew (also love this one) | Earrings: Kate Spade | Lip: Chanel | Midi Rings: gorjana
Earlier this month, I was featured in Modern Luxury Dallas and am absolutely humbled by the write-up crafted by Jessica Elliot. Angelee and I were already readers of the magazine, so we made sure to grab an extra issue this month. You can find the feature on page 58 in print or online here.
While white jeans are usually stowed away for spring/summer, I decided to pull mine from the closet and pair them with one of my favorite blazers. I love the contrast between the stark white of the jeans and the cozy, wintery feel of this alpaca/wool jacket.
Jacket: Suitsupply (also dig this one) | Jeans: DL1961 | Shirt: J.Crew | Tie: Ovadia & Sons (just like this one) | Pocket Square: The Tie Bar (similar) | Shoes: Zara (exactly like these) | Watch: Daniel Wellington | Sunglasses: RayBan
Triangles, rectangles, squares, Oh my! Why stop at mixing and matching with just colors, when you can also add in shapes. One of the keys to styling geometric shapes together is to keep them proportional to one another. Don't be shy about trying this out because it can reward you in a new, chic way.
Sweater: J.Crew Factory (on CLEARANCE now)| Scarf: Zara (also love this one) | Pants: H&M (similar here) | Shoes: Charles David | Clutch: Charming Charlie's (also love this one) | Watch: Michele (similar here) | Sunglasses: Tom Ford | Earrings: Kate Spade
Now that Christmas is behind us, many of us will be gearing back up to return to the office. I love the color and cut of this suit and can't wait to wear the pieces as separates as well. I'm also in love with this new briefcase that Santa brought me this year.
Suit: H&M (similar here) | Shirt: H&M (also love this one) | Tie: The Tie Bar (just like this one) | Glasses: Warby Parker (similar here) | Pocket Square: The Tie Bar (similar) | Watch: Shinola | Shoes: Alden (really love these too) | Socks: J.Crew | Briefcase: Jack Spade (ON SALE NOW!)
We had the pleasure of attending the grand opening event (hosted by the lovely Dallas Wardrobe) of the Athleta store on Turtle Creek. I fell in love with not only their workout gear, but also their lifestyle line. I am an avid jogger and can appreciate a well-designed pair of workout pants. The pair I have on (pictured below) are even fleece insulated! If you haven't, you MUST check out their new spot.
