this marks my last day of freedom before i go back to work. i've been really enjoying spending time with my family and am soaking in this "relaxing" concept. i only had to deal with a few work things this week, but for the most part, it's been about recharging this week.
i wrote some time ago that i became obsessed with a vince poncho after having seen it so casually but beautifully styled by olivia palermo. when i think poncho, i think of the ones my mom knitted for us with the tassels and pom poms when i was younger. but, like everything that has been around, this is the modern take but it evokes the same cozy feeling. my friend J and i both agreed it was a fantastic and versatile piece. she thought of styling it with a black skirt and i leaned towards a casual look. i will definitely try the sleek chic that J suggested - this piece can definitely be pulled off in this manner. i was thrilled to have found it on sale at 40% off, which is amazing for vince. hubby didn't quite get it but i didn't think he would!
i wrote some time ago that i became obsessed with a vince poncho after having seen it so casually but beautifully styled by olivia palermo. when i think poncho, i think of the ones my mom knitted for us with the tassels and pom poms when i was younger. but, like everything that has been around, this is the modern take but it evokes the same cozy feeling. my friend J and i both agreed it was a fantastic and versatile piece. she thought of styling it with a black skirt and i leaned towards a casual look. i will definitely try the sleek chic that J suggested - this piece can definitely be pulled off in this manner. i was thrilled to have found it on sale at 40% off, which is amazing for vince. hubby didn't quite get it but i didn't think he would!
outfit - shirt: banana republic, old, similar here; poncho: vince ETA thanks cate letting me know it's back at nordstrom here - similar here, here, here; pants: zara, here; boots: timberland, old; watch: michael kors, here
I have a navy poncho whichI love, it's so comfy and perfect for fat days, of course when I told hubs about my new poncho, a look of dread came upon him - I think they must have imagined us looking like Clint!
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lol Tabitha! yes, i'm sure images of the good, the bad and the ugly came to mind. our poor husbands. :)
DeleteLooks great on you. I have it in black. It's popped back in a S and M at Nordstrom today:
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thank you Cate!! the black would be amazing too!
DeleteI love ponchos but my Dh has the same reaction as yours! This looks so warm!
ReplyDeleteLOL i think it must be a DH code or something. :)
DeleteI never would have thought to wear a poncho but you definitely look sleek and styling in one!
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thank you CNCL!! i think bc i'm feeling so out of shape these last few months, i'm gravitating towards this shape. i'm being healthier though, so i don't fill out the poncho.
DeleteLove the poncho on you P! I wonder how it would look if you belted it and wore it with jeans or skirt for a chic casual look? Hope you have a great last weekend of recharging!! xoxo, Phoebe
ReplyDeletethank you Phoebe! i will definitely try out belts with this and see how it fares! xox P
DeleteThe poncho is gorgeous! I'd like to see you style this with a belt to show off your petite figure.
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thank you so much Carol! lately i haven't been feeling very "petite" but i will try a few belts and see if it works with the poncho!! thanks for coming by!! xox
DeleteYou've made this poncho look so stylish and chic phiphi! To echo the comments of those who have posted here, my husband would have endless jokes if I even mentioned wearing a poncho! Sometimes husbands just don't get it!
ReplyDeletethank you Katie!! yes, it seems like boys do that don't they! i thought my husband would never stop with the smartass comments! lol.
DeleteLove the idea of a poncho. I got a khaki one a while back, but it looked a little childish on me. A knit one seems to make more sense for my lifestyle.
ReplyDeletethank you Jessy! you are totally right that some styles look childish. i was lucky this worked (was concerned about that too).
DeleteYou make this look so chic and cozy! Glad to hear that you had a fantastic relaxing break. Those are the best kind!
ReplyDeletethank you so much Caroline! it was so nice to be off work, and sorely needed.
DeleteI love the way you styled this poncho P! The layers look so perfect.
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thank you so much Meredith!! and thanks for your support! xox
DeleteI'm a big fan of ponchos, though they can sometimes make us petite gals look a bit swallowed up. You look great in this one! Cozy and very stylish!
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thank you Kerry!! you are right - it does add bulk but thankfully this knit isn't thick and chunky. i think it would have gone straight back to the store if it was.
Deletewith a black skirt, huh? interesting. i've definitely thought of the poncho again and again, but have yet to take the plunge.
ReplyDeletei had been bouncing this around too, as i know the adage that something looking good on a person may not always work for your own frame. it was a gamble though especially with something this boxy. but the top isn't huge, just big enough! hope you get something like this - it would be perfect with your laid back, classy style!
DeleteLove this look! Especially those camouflage skinnies ;)
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thank you tasha!! they are one of my favourite buys from last year.
Deletelove it! i'd add a vibrant scarf or bracelet for a POP ;)
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ooh that's a great idea! i'll have to play around with that.
DeleteI don't have a poncho yet, but yours is gorgeous!!
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thank you S! i hope you get one - you'd rock it!! xox
DeleteI think there's a certain way to wear oversized items that looks good... versus the "Oh, you'll grow in this jacket" phase that we had when we were kids. I really like the camo here. I think it can look out of place, but I would even wear it like this.
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thank you so much!! oversized clothing does pose challenges, so i was relieved that this fit as nicely as it did!
DeleteI LOVE it. LOVE it. I have a poncho from H&M (hey, sometimes they make great things!) from like 3 years ago that comes into my winter wardrobe religiously every year. It is the best thing ever to wear over black leggings with tall boots. I feel like I can hide anything under there (i.e., I can eat all I want, etc) hehe
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H&M does make some nice thing for sure! 99% of the reason why i got this was to hide the poochy tummy. :P
DeleteI love it, you look cozy and chic!
ReplyDeleteDon't remind me, tomorrow is my last day of freedom before I go back to the grind. It was nice while it lasted.
Happy new year, phiphi.
thank you rose! happy new year to you! i hope your first week back hasn't been too painful! xox
DeleteLooks great on you. Poncho is an amazing piece when styled in the right way and you certainly did it perfectly.
ReplyDeleteWish you a lovely beginning of the year.
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thank you so much dearest Jana! i'll be sending you a big email this weekend!! :)
DeleteI remember this poncho and it looks gorgeous on you too! What a snag to find it on sale :)
ReplyDeletethank you Kat!! i was so happy to have found it on sale! xox
DeleteLove this outfit! It is so phiphi! xoxo
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