As I prep for another year, I’ve been slowly cultivating a list of New Year goals.  Among too many is my resolve to push the limits with my own style – to  cultivate looks that are less predictable, less on trend (yes, I said it) and challenging myself to wear silhouettes that I don’t often opt for.  This is especially important now that I’m no longer in my 20’s (sigh).  After all, maintaining a personal style requires constant evolution (pretty sure those strapless bandage dresses won’t be making a comeback for this gal) and self-awareness.

To create a preppy winter look for a casual day around the city, I paired a striped sweater with flared sleeves that I purchased during Mango’s fall sale with my favorite pair of raw hem boyfriend jeans and draped an a-line tweed blazer.  To incorporate some masculine style elements, I carried a black backpack and Sergio Rossi combat boots.  Finally, to keep things playful, I opted for some geeky oversized glasses and forest green leather belt with round ring buckle. 

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Top | Mango, similar styles here, here and here || Jeans | Madewell Slim Boy Jean || Blazer | Lulus Promotion Black and White Blazer || Glasses | ASOS Geeky Metal Frame Clear Glasses || Shoes | Sergio Rossi, similar style here, here and here || Bag |  Mango, similar style here, here and here || Belt | Zara, similar style here and here

Photography | Stephanie Poulos

Location| Morgan Library and Museum, New York City

LOVE-M.Y.