Lagelle, the Art of accessorizing.........: January 2013

Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Vintage plaid shirt + Vintage cable knit vest + Free People maxi skirt



Back to reality weather wise! Although the high is 65 degrees today but tomorrow it's only going to reach a high of 29 and the weekend doesn't look promising either.

I was inspired to put together a spring look yesterday.  I think I liked it better without the vest? This is what I'm wearing:
Vintage plaid shirt - Thrifty score
Vintage cable knit vest - Estate sale
Free People cotton maxi 
Rachael Comey booties - Ebay

Monday, January 28, 2013

Vintage sweater + Vintage button down + Second hand skirt




I'm currently obsessed with my hair like this and these two J.Crew necklaces I purchased!  I'm also looking forward to warmer temps this week.  I hope everyone had a great weekend.

I'm wearing:
Vintage button down - Thrifty score
Vintage sweater - Avalon Exchange 
Skirt - Avalon Exchange
Barney's NY boots - Thrifty score

Friday, January 25, 2013

Topshop leather jacket + BR button down + Vintage polka dotted skirt





The snow has tapered off for now but it'was so beautiful as it was coming down!  I took advantage of taking photos while then.

I'm wearing:
TopShop leather jacket - Ebay
Lagelle slouchy striped beanie
Madewell scraves
Old BR button down
Vintage Ann Taylor skirt - Thrifty score
Barney NY boots - Thrifty score


Monday, January 21, 2013

James Perse t-neck + Vintage plaid button down + Madewell Market Flare denim




I love to layer in the winter and it adds interest to basic looks. I wanted to wear my sleeveless plaid shirt yesterday and layered it with a basic James Perse t-neck.

I know a cold front is coming and I pray that everyone especially the homeless & elderly stay warm!

I'm wearing:
James Perse t-neck - Off Saks outlet
Vintage plaid shirt DIY - Estate sale
Vintage belt - Thrifity score
Madewell denim 
Steve Madden boots - Lord & Taylor

Thursday, January 17, 2013

Vintage Neiman Marcus boyfriend blazer + Jill Sander mock-neck + Cynthia Steffe maxi



I was super excited to score this Vintage Neiman Marcus boyfriend blazer at the thrift store recently. I'm so grateful for finds like this and thrifting overall because you get a big bang for your buck if you're willing to comb through it. You just never know what you will come up with and that is truly the joy of it all.

I'm wearing:
Vintage Neiman Marcus blazer - Thrifty score
Jill Sander mock-neck - Avalon Exchange
Cynthia Steffe maxi - Marshalls
Rachel Comey booties - Ebay

Monday, January 14, 2013

J.Crew striped sweater + Madewell Chambray + Vintage cotton floral skirt





What a big tease this weather was this weekend but either way it was beautiful and I'll take it! 
It got me thinking about Spring.  I was inspired by Free People's newest catalog to pull this look together.  
I'm wearing: 


Topshop leather jacket - Ebay
J.Crew Crewcuts sweater 
Madewell Chambray
Vintage cotton floral maxi - Etsy.com
Rachel Comey booties - Ebay

Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Good Eats


Almost two years ago I discovered that I have a condition that doesn't allow me to digest/process sugars properly.  As I share my experience with you and mention sugar I'm not just talking about sweets. I'm talking about whatever you consume that turns into sugar.

After being discouraged about my condition and flare-ups for sometime I decided to take action.  I was very strict initially with all the eliminations but finely figured out what works for me.  I still crave sugar and if I deviate from my regimen I suffer the consequences!
I'm sharing all this because this time of year most folks make New Year's resolutions to loose weight etc but find it hard to stay with it. For me I got to a breaking point and decided instead of being so discouraged to take action.  It was empowering to realize that my decision that turned into action helped me improve my health.

But I'm at another crossroads and realizing how severe my condition really is and need to give up sugar all together. I'm not mentally there yet but I think I will be. Above is a meal I normally make for myself to keep myself on track. It consist of:

Cauliflower, red pepper, onion, garlic, celery, bokchoy and Quinoa.  I usually season it with curry powder, turmeric, onion, olive oil, garlic, pepper and Bragg's Liquid Aminos (soy sauce alternative).

I really do believe in this way of eating and have reap the benefits when I stick with it.

Monday, January 7, 2013

Lands End dotted shirt + Madewell dotted sweater + Vintage scarf



We recently had so much snow that it's still lingering around and the temps are definitely not helping it to melt any time soon.
This is what I'm wearing:
Lands Ends dotted button down
Vintage scarf - Estate sale
Madewell dotted sweater
Madewell high rise skinny jeans
Rachel Comey booties - Ebay

Wednesday, January 2, 2013

New Year's Eve snippets




Happy New Year's everyone!  These are a couple of photos taken from my hubby's Iphone on New Year's Eve.  I got dress to late to take photos in the natural light ;-(

I'm looking forward to this New Year and I'm very grateful for another day to make a difference. One of my favorite quotes that I will reflect on throughout this year as I did last year:

"Whatever your life's work is, do it well. A man should do his job so well that the living, the dead, and the unborn could do it no better." 
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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