I get very reflective as each year comes to an end.I have spent the last day going through each of my postslooking for what I woreandwhat I liked and why.
During my search I also came acrosssome of my more meaningful writings
that I will share tomorrow.
But today it's all about the exteriorand
What I Wore 2014.
Starting with this tunic slip from Free Peoplethat showed up more than even I thought it would!
This tunic slip was the merging piecefor so many outfitswinter or summer!
It worked when it was cool or hotfancy or plainit definitely was the cornerstone of my neutral wardrobe!
For more dramatic occasions my double skirts came out often!
I layered a Rag and Bone silk parachute skirtover a pleated Theory skirtand was always so happy with the results!
My favorite version right now for winter has the skirts paired with my fur vest and silk blouse.
My white overalls were once again a favorite of minethis summer.Paired with my white Tory Burch blazerthey make for a fresh and modern version of a suit.
Turbans … what can I say!I love them even more right nowand
have a gorgeous cream leather in the works in my studio!
Turbans not only offer instant glamourbut such a time saver in the hair department!
I am even more in love with my neutral SoCal color paletteit is such a perfect way to highlight my love for textures!
And it ends up all of my favorite pieces play wonderfully with each other!
Speaking of favorite piecesI think I will always remember2014 as my year of Birkenstocksand learning never to say never!Have I ever gotten my moneys worth of wear from my SoCal favorite shoe addition!
My favorite apres surfing look this year!It might not look like itbut it was a quick change from surfingto cocktails for a Friday night date!
The weather was hot for so long here this yearfinding cool solves come fall was always a styling challenge.All the more reasonI was so happy to have so many neutral closet players who worked happily together!
Besides coordinating separatesI still have some beloved closet pieces that are stars on their ownlike my DKNY off the shoulder silk maxi that has been with me for years!
This year I added a new spin to it with myorchid flower crown.
I am infatuated with all things crowns these daysand can't wait to debut my new lovehere on January 1st!
I'm debuting more than crownsit's the message I have behind them that's my mission!
Here are some of my favorite stylings this year …
My kimono meets distressed jeans, stripes and glitter kitten heels!I am always in love with perfectly balanced juxtapositioning!
Like when an army green anorak meets with cashmere and sequins!
A little fresh striping with your fitted silk Chinese and a big dose of all white!
Why here you wouldn't even know I'm known for my neutral pallet love would you?
Just shows how I'm one of those all or nothing types!I just love the colorful energy of this outfit!
Some more color play to be sure!
I brought all of my brightest brights to Palm Springs this year.There is something about the heat and the wide open desertthat really calls for the energy of colorand the brighter, more intensethe better!
Just the opposite of my attraction to our beaches herein the fall and winterwhere it seems to call for calm.
My wool J Crew sweatshirtwas the perfect piece to highlight my Sea Bliss pieces!
The ease of the sweatshirtlooks completely differentpaired with a ball skirt for a casual morning coffee.
I took the skirt a different waypairing it with denim and my turquoise collections.
My army green anorak was another perfect juxtaposition!
Still loving this vintage cape made by my mother in the 70'sIt's completely fresh once again.I even saw an almost exact versionin the Herme's window when I was in Paris.
It's the perfect backdrop for accessories!
This year I even gave black leather a run …
but black here in SoCalis still my least favorite color to wear.I love packing a whole suitcase of all blackwhen I go to NYC though.
Love this shot where my husband chose the locationwhen we were looking for the perfect place to shootmy wonderful Persole umbrella!
I think working with leopards are like neutralsthey often play beautifully together!
Still loving all things sequinandmy love of these will forever remind me of the dearFaux Fuchsia!
I will end my look back at 2014with my favorite shot this year.
Taken at the Missionon a beautiful Friday summer nightthis kimono is my favorite vintage find to date …so you know like so many pieces on my blog …you will be seeing this one again!
I pride myself in having reoccurring fashion playershere on my blog.I have a real wardrobe and real wardrobesalways do best with big doses of creativity and a few additions and subtractions.
As always my friends
I wish you love and joy
as you style your lifethis New Year!