denim – Page 2 – On the Double

Tying the Knot- Handkerchief Style

CarolineOctober 20, 2016Leave a comment

Time to get your hankies out. The handkerchief neck scarf has deservedly been going strong as the It accessory for the past few seasons. Elegant, edgy, and classic all (literally and figuratively) rolled into one, this accessory packs quite the punch. Like most, if not all trends, the key to successful execution is styling the trend to blend with your own style. I’m definitely half introvert half extrovert in my approach to styling in that part of me wants to stand out, and the other wants to blend in as much as possible. This rings especially true when I’m experimenting with a trendy piece like the handkerchief neck scarf. But once you find the sweet spot of equilibrium where you’re wearing the scarf and it isn’t wearing you, the handkerchief can be an essential finishing touch for styling on the double. Read More

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Wearing it Now: Black, White, and Cabernet

CarolineOctober 13, 2016Leave a comment

The Mister and I just got back from a trip to California last week. He travels quite a bit for work and I tag along for the good destinations when I can. We spent two days in San Francisco then drove across the Golden Gate Bridge and up Highway 101 to Calistoga in Napa Valley. A packing post will be up on the blog soon, so I won’t go into what was in my suitcase, but wanted to share my favorite look from the trip. After a red-eye back into D.C. followed by a days long Napa hangover (totally worth the pain) I am now recovered from my zombie like state and finally sharing this “wearing it then” post. Available pieces are in the Shop page. Read More

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Wearing it Now: Heirloom Knits

CarolineSeptember 30, 2016October 1, 2016Leave a comment

I am quite partial to red, and you can’t go wrong with the knit, denim, and boots combination for fall. A massive rainstorm is on the forecast, and today I will be out and about with the boys running errands and getting some time in at the park before the downpour. I’ve got a vintage cotton t-shirt on underneath the sweater, and I’m basically on cloud nine that it’s cool enough for boots and layers 🙂 . Read More

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Wearing It Now: Tomboy Sundae with a Cherry on Top

CarolineSeptember 23, 2016September 30, 2016Leave a comment

Essential to dressing on the double is stocking your wardrobe with a few pieces that really put an exclamation point on the outfit, and in this case a rather red exclamation point. These loafers were a recent purchase and I am utterly smitten. I have always loved loafers but never wore them much because the ones I had weren’t comfortable. This pair is comfortable, sturdy, and timeless. With plenty of room in the toe box I could even get away with wearing trouser socks with them when it gets cold out. Read More