Breezy Days: The Rules of Winter

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January 15, 2014

The Rules of Winter

I'm so picky when it comes to winter clothing & accessories. Before moving here almost 5 years ago {it's been that long?!} I had never owned: A. a pair of boots or B. a real coat. I remember looking online with my mom for boots before my freshmen year, and was SO SCARED that boots would make me look like a pirate. I guess that's what happens when you live in sandals year round, other shoe options become extremely terrifying & haunt your dreams.

After a few winters under my belt, I've determined the following...
Boots should have traction, be weather proof, and should decide between being a flat or heel. None of this weirdo sliver wedge business. Scarfs should not be pitiful little strings of fabric hanging around your neck. They should be chunky, warm, and soft {like the one above from To Adorn}; as to keep you warm and to serve as a make-shift blanket/pillow when you're tired during classes. 

{Scarf c/o To Adorn // Coat c/o Sammy Dress // Remixed: Dress}

Finally, coats should be: warm, colorful, of good quality, and well-fitting {so you don't end up looking like the marshmallow man from Ghostbusters.} There you have it, my friends. The rules of winter according to Bri. The California girl who has only lived in the cold for a few winters....which obviously makes me the most credible source out there ;)

4 comments:

Julie said...

I really love that scarf!! I love anything with a chevron pattern lol!

http://www.artworkbyjm.com/

Amber said...

LOVE this dress. I need one for myself!

Kelly said...

I love this infinity scarf, so pretty!

xx Kelly
Sparkles and Shoes

Cramer Coffee and Jesus said...

so i'm curious as to what your go to boots are. do you like them stylish AND functional? or just functional and it doesn't really matter if they're cute. the ones you have on here are super cute by the way :)