HOW TO DRESS FOR A COLD WINTER

Well, we are over the hump. Yesterday was the longest night of the longest year ever! So, from today going forward the nights will be getting shorter and the days longer. I love the light, and it is depressing when the days are so short. I know that it starts getting dark around 2:00 pm where my daughter lives, and that drives her crazy. But, in the summertime, it is still semi-light outside at midnight. That would drive me bonkers since I am one of those people who has to have complete darkness.

I have to laugh at myself. Here it is the middle of December, and I am already starting to think about Spring. Winter hasn’t really set in yet but I am pushing it aside to usher in the warmer weather and longer days of Spring. It hasn’t been very cold so far this winter, but I did look at the forecast and saw that it is supposed to be a high of 24º on Christmas day with morning snow showers. Any other day I would hate to think of 24 being the high for the day, but it seems appropriate for Christmas Day. I am giddy at the thoughts of snow flurries for Christmas. It probably won’t happen, but it is at least a possibility. Lol! ❄️ ❄️ ❄️

It looks like I am still in a neutral frame of mind. I just got this mock neck sweater in and I couldn’t wait to style it for all of you. This is a fabulous basic item that has some flare to it. The wide mock neck is different than most and gives the top a unique detail that lets it stand out.

The sweater has a relaxed fit, so it doesn’t cling or show any lumps and bumps that you might have. Plus, I like the way the cuffs and hem have ribbing since that keeps the sweater tight to your body. The top does contain a small amount of wool for those who have allergies, but it is still machine washable. For women like me who don’t have a dry cleaner close by, this is a must-have. I am wearing a size medium in the sweater and it fits me great.

When I bought the AG skinny Jeans (worn here) a couple of weeks ago, I also ordered this high-waisted straight-leg pair. I had never tried the jeans before, and I wanted to try them since I caught them on sale. I LOVE the skinny jeans pair, and this pair looks great on me, but I found them to be shorter than I wanted. They look great with ankle boots, but I don’t know that I would like them with flats. I want to be able to wear them with both options. I am probably going to send them back since I am on the fence about them and they are fairly expensive. But, seeing these photos sure makes me want to reconsider my decision. I am wearing a size 30 in these jeans which is my usual size for jeans.

When the temperature dips down, it is time to bring out the long coats. I love this double-breasted plaid coat! The colors are so soft and muted, and I feel like you could wear this coat for any occasion. It is dressy but it also looks great with jeans. The coat is lined, as you can see from the photo above, and it is very nice and warm.

I like that the coat comes to my knees and how it is softly fitted so that I can wear it over a sweater. I like how all of the stripes line up on the coat, this is an attention to detail that I like to see in my clothing. The only drawback that I can find is that it is Dry Clean Only, and you know that I hate clothing that has to be drycleaned. I am wearing a medium in the coat and I think that it fits me great.

Yes, I’m wearing the same pair of ankle boots again! When I find something that works well with almost anything, then you will see me grab it time after time. The neutral color and the pointy toe style of the boot makes these so easy to wear. The chunky block heel is stable to walk in, so these are my go-to for the rest of the winter.

These are the Lex Bootie and I am wearing my usual size 9 in these boots. They fit great, so I would say that they run true to size. As of last night, these were still on sale for 50% off, so grab a pair before the sale ends. Where else are you going to find a beautiful pair of leather boots for under $45.00?

Update on my grandpa, he is doing well and isn’t having to be on oxygen right now. They are having trouble getting him to eat, so they are going to try and send him some food. Maybe he just doesn’t like hospital food??? My aunt continues to be doing well, just tired. I want to thank every one of you for the prayers and comments. I am sorry that I didn’t have time to comment back yesterday, I was at the lumber company all day long.

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