Mixed Media
Posted on March 1st, 2016
Most people think of buyer’s remorse as what happens when you buy a really fabulous pair of $300 pumps, bring them home, and realized that they’re hideously uncomfortable and don’t really go with anything you own. But what about that pesky other kind? When you don’t buy something and then can’t stop thinking about it?
A year or two ago, I saw a knit/woven combo at the Upper East Side J. Crew that I thought was adorable. (Can’t find any images on the internet, so you’ll just have to trust me) For whatever reason (probably a rare moment of restraint), I wasn’t ready to swipe my credit card that day, and the next time I checked back, the sweater was gone. The moral of the story is buy quickly; buy often. (???)
Imagine my delight when I saw a nearly identical item pop up on the Nordstrom website last month! Normally, I’m not a fan of mixed media pieces like a knit/woven combo, but there is something about this one that makes it effortless and classic. In fact, I find this one to be even more flattering than the similar J. Crew iteration, as this one has side seams that cut in in a super flattering way. It comes in three colors, but the navy was certainly my favorite. As usual.
The sweater has a loose fit which makes it quite comfortable for all my Sunday brunching needs, but I do recommend sizing down to maintain a somewhat polished look. Looking forward to transitioning this style into spring!
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