You’re familiar with this scenario. The weather forecast calls for 65º and sunny. Your new spring outfit complete with accessories is steamed and ready to go for tomorrow. Then you wake up to cloudy skies and SNOW! Panic attack! What are you going to wear? Never underestimate the power of mid-weight basics in neutral colors. Also consider a few garments such as jackets or sweaters in mid-weight to slightly warmer fabrics in bright colors. It’s a great way to keep your sunny, spring outlook without freezing. Yes, this situation is fresh in my mind, because it’s exactly what happened last week. Since I wasn’t able my new spring dress, I was ready to go with my black Kenneth Cole, poly/rayon blend pencil skirt, my Adea micro-fiber tank, topped off with my Azalea pink cotton twill blazer. Bare legs certainly weren’t going to work, so I opted for black patterned tights. The pattern felt so much lighter in mood than opaques. Ever optimistic I first grabbed my black slingbacks, but realizing the ground was pretty mucky, I opted for high black boots. (They’re way more comfortable anyway!) The variations on this snowy, spring day uniform are endless. Of course pants can replace the skirt (Read more...)

Last Saturday I went skiing with my husband and all of my ski friends. I had one of my best ski days ever hitting the moguls and confidently skiing the trees. What do I attribute it to? First, I had worked out that week, so I felt strong. But more than anything, I attribute my confidence to my fabulous Patagonia Powder Bowl shell! Typically I wear a fleece jacket under my shell, but since the forecast was for 35-40 degree weather and lots of sun, I braved it and wore only my thickest base layer top. For the first time ever, I didn't feel bulky! I was perfectly warm and comfortable all day, too. If you're ever in the market for outdoor wear, I can't recommend Patagonia enough. Besides making most of their pieces from recycled pop bottles, they carry a lifetime warranty on all of their products. They also just really pay attention to the details. For example, my Patagonia long underwear pants are the only ones I own that don't have bulky seams on the inside of the ankle. In my opinion, a windproof, water resistant shell is the only way to go for a ski jacket. When it's (Read more...)