According to last Thursday’s New York Times Style Section, there’s a new reliance on old-school American brands such as Filson, Orvis and L.L. Bean. Apparently, city and country men and women alike are finding the chicskate within themselves and resorting to affordable and durable classics. Check out our favorite picks below.
Women's Chunky Cable Sweater Toggle Cardigan, L.L. Bean, $98
Small Duffle Bag, Filson.com, $215
Men's Cashmere Donegal Cardigan, Orvis.com, $298
Miu Miu Velvet Ballet Flats, SaksFifthAvenue.com, $315
Miu Miu Velvet Ballet Flats, SaksFifthAvenue.com, $315
If you missed your chance to shop the Jimmy Choo for H&M collection this weekend, some good news came through for New Yorkers! Three stores (34th and Seventh, Herald Square and 51st and Fifth) will be restocked with all those coveted items you missed out on. So if you’ve got the energy to fight for your right to Choos, you better hurry! This is likely the last time items will be brought back for another go-round.
I don’t know about you Chic Thrills readers, but I’m planning on letting loose on Thanksgiving and eating. A lot. Sure, I pay attention to the expert advice on portion control, calories, and other buzz-killing reports, but I’m also not about to pass up 1 of 2 days per year I get to feast on yummy, not-the-best-for-you foods. How about we all relax a little bit, treat ourselves to one extra helping of stuffing, and vow to eat right 363 days of the year so we can enjoy all there is to eat on the holidays? Deal?
That said, I’m not down with the stomach pooch that comes with all this treating. And while I’m certainly not denouncing the miracle of Spanx, I prefer not to feel like a sausage when I’ve overindulged at holiday gatherings. Thankfully, there are a ton of figure-forgiving dresses available for me to look my best (while concealing that slice of pumpkin pie).
Old Navy Printed Square-Neck Dress, $29.50
Such a super-sweet (and wallet-friendly) find from Old Navy! Pair it with your favorite boots, thick tights, and you’re good to go!
Victoria's Secret Plunging V-Neck Dress, $59.00
Ah – details that detract from excess bloat. Also known as “our best friend” when we eat too much. Genius.
Banana Republic Tiered Pleated Dress, $132.00
Make like that last helping of potatoes didn’t exist. Neither did the third.
