Polished Casual - Cupcakes & Cashmere

Polished Casual

Author:: Emily
Publish date:: Nov 7, 2011

J.Crew Coat, Blouse, Necklace, and Pumps, Gap 1969 jeans, Zara bag

I would never classify myself as a t-shirt and jeans kind of girl. It's not that I don't like jeans (or dressing down, for that matter), but rather I find it hard to find that perfect pair - that bridges the gap between being comfortably worn-in, but still able to be dressed up with a great heel and a crisp blouse. These boyfriend jeans are easily my favorite pair (as seen here, here, and here), and I love the classic vibe they take on when paired with heels, a striped top, and a swingy coat.

Related Stories

boyfriend-jeans-5

In the winter, my boyfriend jeans played too big a role in my daily wardrobe. But when I'd go to get dressed in the morning, the idea of comfort almost always won out over tight skinny jeans. I've since phased them out (mainly based on my husband's request), but still enjoy ...read more

By Emily
Jun 6, 2013

sweatshirt6

Some days I manage to go through several outfits changes. It's not as glamorous as it sounds; more like a scattering of random errands, meetings, and events. I've been eyeing a variation of these cropped trousers for a while, as they seemed like the ideal building block for a ...read more

By Emily
Aug 7, 2013

yellow2

I tried on about six outfits before I settled on this one. There's nothing particularly special about it (besides the fact that I finally found the ideal high-waisted trouser jean), but it proves that sometimes simple is best. When nothing else in my closet is appealing, my go-to ...read more

By Emily
Sep 29, 2011

murals4

I own a fair amount of blazers, but this forest green one I bought while in New York last month has quickly become one of my favorites. It's a fun departure from basic black or navy, but still manages to be just as versatile. I wore this out to grab sushi and frozen yogurt ...read more

By Emily
Oct 24, 2011