The Edit: Turtlenecks

The J. Crew Tissue Turtleneck Tee has been in constant rotation this winter. It's the perfect piece for layering and has been styled on the blog over and over again for this reason. Not to mention that it's also incredibly soft. My closet already has two of these in stock, and the black version has been wish-listed for my birthday. After wearing the hell out of these turtlenecks (and still going strong) it's only right that I show y'all how I've been styling them... By video. 

That's right guys, my new youtube video is finally live. Really hope you like it and don't worry the quality will improve as my S.O. and I get into the swing of youtubing. You wouldn't believe how expensive it is to license music for youtube - kind of nuts!! Feel free to share you're youtube tips if you're on it.

Watch it. Like it (hopefully). Share it. And Subscribe :).

Want to give turtlenecks a try? Here are a few of my favorites including the tissue turtleneck tee from J. Crew:

The Essentials: January 2015

This year, my pared down monthly essentials are going to focus less on wants which means less clothes and shoes. Don't worry, there will still be a few fashion-focused items. You'll also be seeing more lifestyle and fitness-geared things that can make life a tad bit easier. 

Let's get to it!

I'm getting away this month for some needed R&R which explains the swimsuit :). I've also been on a health-kick as I prepare myself for my next two half-marathons.

AND, if I'm lucky the NYC Marathon - this might be the year I win their lottery you guys!! Oh and ALL OF THE lotions please, my knees and elbows need it.

Shop my wants below:

1. Vaseline Intensive Care Healing Serum, 2. Zinke One Piece, 3. NARS Audacious Lipstick in Audrey, 4. 2015 Simplified Planner by Emily Ley, 5. House of Harlow 1960 Carmen Sunglasses, 6. Juice Press Almond Latte, 7. Nike Dri-Fit Sports Bra, 8. H&M Knit Cardigan, 9. Brooks Chariot Sneakers, 10. Classpass (worth every cent!!), 11. Madewell Stud Earrings, 12. Madewell Crop Tee

Any favorites or things I should add?

On Being Conscious

Happy new year y'all! Hope you all rang it in with a big bang. I spent it with close friends + family and had such an amazing time. But now, it's back to work and getting my shitz straight (aka HUSTLING). If you're wondering what shitz exactly, you can read that here. 

After reading this Refinery29 article it made me realize that it's time to declutter my apartment and stop exhausting my funds on clothes. And if we're being honest, I rather visit Australia again then own over 50 pairs of shoes (colorful shoes on sale are my kryptonite). 

So here's how I'm going to spend less, look stylish, and make it back to Australia (and Cuba).

If we're being honest, it's going to be a struggle when we live in a very capitalist country and our "wants" are sometimes mistaken for "needs." My plan of attack, spend less on things I don't need. For instance, I really don't need another pair of slip-ons when I own three already - even if they are the suede kind, I do not need it. Don't worry, if I do need something (like bras or socks), I will get it but I'll be more mindful about my purchases. 

Doesn't mean you wont see the latest trends here, that's always going to happen but in a conscious way. If I want something, then I need to get rid of something. For example, if those suede slip-ons are keeping me up at night, then an old pair needs to go. There's just no room (everything you heard about NYC apartments are true) to keep bringing things in. If I don't put a stop to it now, there's no doubt in my mind that you'll see me on the next episode of TLC's Hoarders: Buried Alive. 

Necklace: The Sak  Turtleneck: J. Crew  Jacket: Free Country (and it's reversible!)  Jeans: GAP (similar)  Bucket Bag: The Sak  Shoes: Shoes Like Pottery  Lipstick: Heatwave by Nars

And finally, it really is time to declutter my closet (read: basically the entire apartment). Anything that I've purchased months ago with tags still on are getting donated or sold on my Poshmark (my woes may be your blessings). I encourage you ladies to do the same. Like Beyoncé said, anything unworn can go to the left, to the left. 

By becoming a more sensible shopper and smartly re-styling pieces, I'll save enough to get my butt to the other end of the world in no time. 

Photos by Victor Cerejo.

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