Next feature in the series of coat outfits, now that it's getting colder and time to bring out the big(ger) guns: the olive green parka I added to my collection last year. Even before this era in which coat outfits are the only outfits visible to the public since everything happens outdoors, I was specifically on the lookout for this one, aiming for something that would bring a bit more feeling of sophistication and polish, rather than the usual straight-up functional puffer. With how long our winters are, I just wanted something that made me feel as snazzy as my favorite green jacket, but still happy in below-freezing temperatures.
This thing is admittedly huge (you should see me with the hood up - I look like an arctic explorer), but the color, the smooth finish, and the gold + fur accents make it feel fashion. And yet it's still toasty warm! Bonus is the little thumb-hole cuffs to keep your wrists extra warm. It was definitely a worth-it purchase, especially because I hit it on a good sale. (Never pay full price at J.Crew - there's always a promo code coming.)
As for what's underneath: though it was just a work-from-home + monitor the virtual school situation day, no curbside visits or Zoom meetings even, I decided it was time to start dressing like December anyway.
Usually in the holiday season I love coming up with a mini capsule wardrobe for wearing to holiday gatherings + just generally feeling festive while I did my Christmas shopping and daily life. This year there didn't seem to be a whole lot of point to drawing up the whole mood board for it, but that doesn't mean I'm not getting out my favorite December pieces including this plaid shirt that has been a staple of my December wardrobe for several years running (see 2018 and 2019), my burgundy crossbody bag (which won't leave the car when I do grocery pickups, but oh well), my fuzzy red sweater, and possibly even some red lipstick. That'll show well on Zoom anyway!
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