Next Level: Red and Blue
While red and blue can be plenty patriotic, they don’t have to be. Here, four ways to embrace the combo without looking like you’re wearing the designs of Betsy Ross. —erica
LEVEL I: This Holst + Lee necklace plus and white button-down and jeans equals throwback Lauren Hutton.
LEVEL II: Good luck losing this way-bright Rebecca Minkoff bag in a cab.
LEVEL III: The pattern may be bold, but everything else about this Tucker dress is so simple and preeeeetty.
LEVEL IV: Yah, yah—Isabel Marant is the queen of the fashion high-top. But this pair has an old-school, minimalist vibe that makes them a real standout.
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Weather Vain: Park City, Utah - 37 and Partly Cloudy
If you’re in Park City today…well, LUCKY YOU. Embrace the fact that it’s not nearly as cold as it could be—and tell JGL I say, “Heeeeeeeeeeeey.” —erica
Clockwise from top left:
+ A silky Equipment shirt that adds polish to pretty much anything.
+ The sort of Hope boots itching for apres-ski (or -screening) action.
+ Ready for swag? This Love Mert tote is.
+ Lila Rice studs you can absolutely pass out in after a late night.
+ Ah, Isabel Marant does vaguely-Western so well.
+ Boy. by Band of Outsiders pants you can shove into boots easy-peasy—key.
+ Slip on this Kelly Weastler ring, and you’re read for dinner at Talisker.
+ …And add this Acne leather vest to make your way to Sky Lodge for drinks.
+ Collina Strada’s solution to keeping your room key—and chapstick—close-at-hand.
+ A crazy-cozy, chill-preventing layer from Maiami.
+ A gem-print scarf from We Are Owls—in case the theater’s chilly during Kill Your Darlings, A.C.O.D., or Very Good Girls.
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In Character: Rayna James
Show I’m most excited about for fall, by a (country) mile? Nashville. There’s the music, there’s the dramz (multiple love triangles in the pilot, wha?!), and there’s Connie Britton, who has more fans than cute kitty photos do at this point. Here’s what she’s working as living legend Rayna James. —erica
A sequin MSGM biker jacket that brings a little flash to the heartfelt ballads.
A rockin’ red dress from Rag & Bone—because playing supportive wife doesn’t mean she’s going to take a backseat.
Isabel Marant boots: Cowboy enough for her roots; chic enough for the masses.
How much more “In Character” is there? You’d have to see it to believe it.
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Of a Kind
Because I really like posting pics of dresses that would kill it at a courthouse wedding, I bring you this Isabel Marant number that fully delivers on the lace front. —erica
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Weather Vain: Peoria, Illinois - 50 with a Chance of Rain
Oh, does this destination seem random to you? Well, it’s where I grew up, so you’re just going to have to deal. Here’s a look that suits today’s weather in the middle of Midwest…which happens to match the weather in Austin (SXSW!) tomorrow. If it plays in Peoria, it will play anywhere, as they say. —erica
Clockwise from top left:
+ This Lizzie Fortunato Jewels necklace has just a pop of leopard—no need to go overboard.
+ These Isabel Marant cords are dressy enough for just about anywhere in town but low-key enough for Avanti’s.
+ Fabrics Interseason has a spring-y take on the denim shirt, and we’re all over it.
+ The tote Cook & Gates designed for Of a Kind goes anywhere—old mall, new mall, you name it.
+ Since you’re not going to be doing full-on puddle-jumping, these rubber Native slip-ons should be able to handle the precipitation.
+ How classy-shassy is this Hope parka? Take it to June for dinner. It can handle it.
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Next Level: Turquoise
If you missed out on our Geometric Lariat necklace by Erica Weiner, we feel bad for you—bad enough, in fact, that we dug up some (admittedly very cool) consolation prizes so that you don’t miss the boat on this turquoise moment altogether. Go ahead—get your rocks off. —erica
LEVEL I: There’s nothing flashy about this Isabel Marant cuff—good thing because you’re bound to want to wear it every day.
LEVEL II: These studded studs by Eddie Borgo will make your ears feel like ballers.
LEVEL III: For the first time, thanks to this gold, turquoise, and antique diamond ring by Mociun, I’m wanting for a right-hand ring.
LEVEL IV: You know the fashion mag editorials shot in the desert with sheer linen dresses? This Dannijo necklace belongs in one of those.
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Next Level: Western-ish Boots
I once bought bright white cowboy boots, inspired by a pair that the über-cool the drummer in Ben Lee’s band was wearing. Though they’re hardly a purchase I regret, they aren’t exactly as versatile as these guys, which just allude to Western wear—think more Shania than Reba. —erica
LEVEL I: The pull-tabs and the angled heels of this Madison Harding style are the only tip-offs.
LEVEL II: Isabel Marant somehow makes it possible to look like a Parisian and a Texan at the same time.
LEVEL III: The detailing on these blue suede Opening Ceremony boots is screaming for a little denim skirt and a music festival.
LEVEL IV: Yes, I know: Why didn’t you have this Cobra Society pair (black leather and hand-woven wool) for Sundance?!
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Weather Vain: Atlanta, Georgia - 65 and Clear (on Thanksgiving!)
In honor of my own Thanksgiving travels, I’d like to present a shout-out to the home of CNN, Coca-Cola, everyone’s favorite Real Housewives cast, and my favorite Top Chef contestant, Kevin Gillespie. Here’s my ideal look for celebrating/face-stuffing on a just-barely-crisp day in ATL. —erica
Clockwise from top left:
+ Steven Alan’s take on a chambray shirt—a bit more special-occasion than your standard button down.
+ A House of Harlow cuff that interferes with nothing.
+ Isabel Marant gray wool pants with an elastic waist that allows for a second piece of pie.
+ A light and airy Lemlem scarf in fall-approp colors.
+ 80%20 desert boots that can handle some serious shuffling around in the kitchen.
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S/He: How to Make the Symmetry Goods Parker Scarf Unisex-y
Another new feature! Get ready! This puppy’s all about styling the same piece for guys and girls. Don’t worry: High heels will never be the centerpiece of this column.
For those of us still looking for that staple in-between scarf—the one you toss on when you can see your breath but aren’t wearing your thickest socks—the Symmetry Goods Parker Scarf is where it’s at. Guys will get a kick from the rugged, leather straps, and ladies will appreciate the herringbone fabric (hello, menswear trend). And, boys and girls, don’t forget that this scarf morphs into a bag. Yup, like magic. Here’s how both sexes can own it. —sunny
Clockwise from top left:
+ Steven Alan shirt
+ Symmetry Goods scarf
+ Burkman Brothers sweater
+ Commes Des Garçons wallet
+ Bottega Veneta anorak
+ Arfango loafers
Clockwise from top left:
+ Étoile Isabel Marant blazer
+ Symmetry Goods scarf
+ Rag & Bone jacket
+ Florian Denicourt bag
+ Rachel Comey pants
+ Tenoversix pumps
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In Character: Madison
Have you ever met a mermaid who didn’t have a killer look? I didn’t think so. But Daryl Hannah’s take in Splash was especially winning: Her eyes were almost as big and her hair as good as that cartoon Ariel. Here, an outfit to woo a (young!) Tom Hanks—brought to you by Of a Kind fan Stacey Hinnach, who has a damn good eye for this stuff. —erica
A DVF dress meant for falling in love and luring her man into the ocean for good.
Kathryn Bentley earrings that blend right in on Madison Avenue, her namesake.
Isabel Marant boots—ideal for spending “six fun-filled days when the moon is full” stomping around New York.
PS: If you have genius “In Character” ideas of your own, email them to info@ofakind.com!
