Sunday, February 24, 2013

My Favorite Things: Leather Leggings & Striped Cozy

Tomorrow is my bother-in-law's birthday and we met up with all the family this morning to celebrate at brunch. The last couple of days have really cooled down and today we had the wind to contend with, too. We ended up not being able to take pictures of my outfit while we were out because of the wind, so we finished at home.  I love, love these leather leggings by Paige Black Label and I must confess that they didn't fit when I received them in December, but I was too embarrassed to admit it. I am super happy to show off that after NINE Pilates sessions since my free class back on Jan. 30th, THEY FIT! I haven't lost any weight at all, but I do see a difference, most notably in how my clothes fit and I will more than likely be buying a membership at the end of the month!
Sweater: DKNY; Top: Max Studio
Leather Leggings: Paloma c/o Paige Black Label
Necklace: Angelic Pendant by Swarovski
Bracelet: eBay (gift from my husband)
Purse: Rebecca Minkoff Amour Satchel
Wedges: Christian Louboutin (Buy in Black Suede or Leopard)
I worried that I would be overdressed, but I think it worked out because the leather panels are only on the front and the back is stretch ponte, and I wore wedges instead of heels. My sister in law immediately commented on my leather pants and how much she loved them.  She's the proud owner of a small Paige Denim collection and was surprised that they offer leather leggings.  For my part, I LOVE this grey color (Phantom) and I hope they will be as versatile as I imagine them to be in my head!
I wore this striped sweater cozy by DKNY from my last outfit for my Take One, Pass It On Challenge and I am so proud of this find.  I bought this in 2011 and I was quite the fashion newbie and had never heard of a cozy (I still don't really know how to style it, I should watch the video) but I saw this sweater at Marshall's and I loved it! I think back then I paid around $40 for it, but now it seems that everyone has one. It is so warm and yes, cozy! I love it. It's funny when I see women who are taller than me wearing one and it comes to around their knee. It comes down almost to my ankles!

Are you guys watching the Academy Awards tonight? I really hope Argo wins!
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8 comments:

  1. FranziskaFebruary 24, 2013 at 5:15 PM

    get it girl! you should be proud of your changing body :) I'm much too boring to wear leather haha

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    1. AnaFebruary 25, 2013 at 6:01 PM

      Thank you! I've never been good at sticking to any exercise routine, so I am very happy for sticking out this whole month! Now I just need to stick it out one more month and then we'll go from there.

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  2. CatherineFebruary 25, 2013 at 10:43 AM

    Congrats!! You look FABULOUS! I have been thinking about leather leggings for a while, but you just convinced me that I should get them!

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    1. AnaFebruary 25, 2013 at 6:07 PM

      Thank you so much! I was a bit nervous because the kids were highly skeptical of being seen in public with me while I was wearing leather pants, but it seemed like they forgot after a while!

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  3. Alterations NeededFebruary 25, 2013 at 10:46 AM

    Ohh...did you get those leggings via LuckyFABB? I STILL have my gift card from that. =P

    I've heard pilates is a total butt-kicker! Go Ana!

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    1. AnaFebruary 25, 2013 at 6:05 PM

      Yes! LuckyFABB is the gift that just keeps giving! I am really excited to be able to go back this year. I hope you change your mind and come again, it would be great to see you!

      You should definitely look at Paige jeans, I swear by them and have bought multiple pairs with my own money in addition to the ones I've been gifted. They were my first real designer jeans many years ago when they had the Laurel Canyon fit. I loved those jeans so much and I wore through several pairs. I was so sad when they discountinued them, but have found some good alternatives.

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  4. TheTinyHeartFebruary 25, 2013 at 10:52 AM

    That is SO awesome that the leggings fit now! I really want a pair of leather leggings, they look awesome on you!

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart
    February Group Giveaway!

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    1. AnaFebruary 25, 2013 at 6:11 PM

      Thanks, Sharon! These are great and I was surprised at how comfortable they really are, but if I know that they are definitely on the pricier scale. For a long time, I wore my Zara faux leather leggings and those were better alternative cost wise - I found them on sale for $15 in NYC last February. Either way, I think you would look amazing in them!

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