Layer Up

This winter is so strange and somehow there is no way to not think about Spring in February. Mostly because it felt like it all weekend. I know some of you are hidden under snow and wet from the endless rain as well, so thinking of warmer temps and fun Spring looks is probably welcome. The transition from Winter to Spring is usually the time when your jackets and sweaters get the most use. Here are some looks that will be perfect for those in-between times of warmth and cold and quite frankly right now. 

Soft Jumpsuit / Floral Bomber / Glasses (worship) / Shoes

Jeans / Muscle Tee / Embroidered Jacket / Saddle Bag (comes in other colors) / Slip on Sneakers

Drawstring Jogger Jeans /  Duster (love) / Bag  / Slip on Sneakers

Relaxed Wide Leg Trouser (obsessed) / Camisole / Sweater Blazer / Mules / Bag

xo

Erin 

Not So Basic Basics for Fall

Though the temperatures say differently, Fall is here. With sweaters pilled and shirts with spots (honestly, why does everything have a stain on it?!), an update of last year's basics that were worn to their death is in need. I pulled a bunch of pieces for a friend while doing a closet refresh and loved all of these. The perfect additions that you can wear every day, week, and month until it is time to break out the shorts and flips again. 

1. I love the soft feel of this Blue Corduroy Blazer, the color is so great, but it also comes in neutrals. 

2. This really is the perfect shirt by Cloth & Stone. It also comes in a pretty coral. 

3.  A perfect Pointy Toe Flat, that is not too pointy. 

4. I live in this dress at home. Sweatshirt dress

5.  LOVE this J. Crew Stripe Turtleneck Sweater

6. A little edge to go with your morning coffee. Faux Leather knit cardigan

7. This Nars Velvet Matt Lipstick Pencil in Dragon Girl is such a go to. A foolproof red that looks great on everyone. And you can layer it for just a stain or full blown vamp. 

8. These Rails plaid shirts are so soft, machine washable, and a great update to the flannel. 

9. The updated skin pant from J. Crew everyone is raving about. 

10. A cozy Shawl Open Collar Cardigan that comes in a few colors. 

11. A Stripe sweater dress that can be worn day or night. 

12. A little investment in a J.Crew T-Shirt Cashmere Sweater will go a long way. 

I also love these Tights and these Leggings. Staples for under dresses, tunics, and long sweaters all winter long. 

Happy Weekend friends! 

xo

Erin 

Shopbop Sale!

Shopbop has their Friends & Family Sale today! The site is full of too much goodness, but I have my wish list picked out. 

Use code WEAREFAMILY at check out and receive 20% off your purchase! 

1. House of Harlow nude sunglasses $125

2. Parker dotted dress $99 (on sale)

3. Joe's Jeans denim shirt $138

4. Jennifer Zeuner gold side cross necklace $138

5. Surface to Air gray coat $630

6. Alexander Wang blush clutch $295

7. Melissa + Jason Wu cut out flats $105

8. Goldsign boyfriend jeans $244

9. DANNIJO bracelet $115 (on sale)

10. Club Monaco color block sweater dress $170

11. Clover Canyon Baroque scarf blazer $473

12. One by Bardot leather panel leggings $80

13. Jeffrey Campbell suede booties $165

14. Joie flared sweater dress $328 

15. Missoni scarf $180

16. Alexander Wang duffel with rose gold studs $895

17. Eberjey pajama set $87

18. One by Krisa coated drapey jacket $258

19. One by Donna Mizani leather cut out skater dress $338

20. Sam Edelman suede loafers $90

21. J Brand skinny printed jeans $259

22. Jennifer Zeuner Love bracelet $121

23. Parker zig zag dress $352

24. DANNIJO earrings $198 (on sale)

25. Boutique 9 knee high boots $215

26 Vince cashmere oversized sweater $295

I know, clearly I am not great at narrowing things down. But it is all SO cute. 

What are you getting? 

xo

Erin 

Weekend Wish: Lots of Lady, a Little Tramp

Just a little something I would love to pick up this weekend...

This Jason Wu is exactly what I am craving right now. A little bit lady, a little bit downtown. In my dreams it goes on sale this weekend. At least that is my weekend wish. 

In the meantime, there are a couple of options on a much different price scale...

On Left: Bird by Juicy Couture. On Right: Topshop (one size left!)

The combo of tweed and leather is kind of amazing. I hope your weekend has little bit of lady and a little bit of edge to it. Sounds like the perfect combination. 

xo

Erin 

Secrets and Capes

I think it is time I spilled the beans on something. I have been struggling a bit with how this secret will be a part of my life here on Imperfect Polish, and I still have no answers. So I thought the best way to share it was to show how even with this secret, my life and this blog will still be about everything I love in beauty, home, travel and fashion. 

And maybe just a bit about how those aspects of my life might change in about four months. 

So far, it has drastically changed my wardrobe choices, but luckily I have some great pieces that are classic and perfect for Fall. 

Like my favorite camel cape.... 

Soon there will be no hiding it, and I strive to look just like Stella here.....

So yes... I am expecting. The little guy is due in March and I am beyond excited. Putting it out there in the cyber-universe is a bit scary, but I love my readers and know that it was time to share. 

Expecting or not, camel capes are kind of my favorite thing right now. Great for expanding waist lines, but really perfect for anyone looking to warm up a bit and channel Jackie O circa 1978. 

1. Cable knit sweater cape Marc Jacobs $298

2. Long, herringbone cape L'agence $425

3. Sweater collar cape Cole Haan $775

4. Military style cape Larry Levine $99

5. Cape with black piping  J. Crew $200

6. Long, flutter sleeved cape Ann Taylor $248

7. Trench cape New York & Co. $62

So now you know my secret and why my fashion choices might be a bit roomier and possibly stretchy, but I am trying my hardest to stay as chic as possible. 

But as Rachel Zoe said on her show when 8 months pregnant, "I am really testing the limits of my zippers..." And that is a serious understatement. 

xoxo

Erin