I’m reposting the graphic below (that I put together last year) with some updated links. I’m proud of these classics and find that they truly are classics. Everything is STILL, well, a classic and therefore still just as a relevant. You can’t go wrong.
Goes to show how truly classic these pieces are! I actually went thrifting the other day hoping to find a nice trench coat. I found one from Brooks Brothers in basically new condition and it was only $30, but it was too large on me–I was heartbroken! -Audrey | Brunch at Audrey’s
That J. Crew camel structured cardigan is literally the best cardigan I’ve ever owned. I bought it to wear on long international flights to stay warm, and I loved it so much that I got it in three more colors to wear to work. It’s so comfortable, the pockets are big enough to fit a phone easily, and it’s so cozy while still looking put together because of the nice structure to it. I’m obsessed with that cardigan, great pick!
Cheers,
Malinda https://www.pearlsandpinot.com/
This list is amazing! I am a sucker for nice coats and shoes. I definitely splurged on my Burberry quilted jacket and Barbour wax coat and shoes like Tory Burch flats and Frye riding boots. Especially in a cold climate, you wear your coat everyday and it’s worth spending more! Plus I will have those pieces forever!
I wrote down a list of things I wanted to do for fun in 2024. I crossed off exactly zero of them (having a baby will do that to ya) and my only hope of accomplishing one would be to host a cookie exchange! I wanted to SO bad but I was also feeling exhausted after a long year (losing a dog, having a baby, running a business, etc.) and I didn’t know if I had hosting a party in me. I sent out the invitations and told myself I’d figure it out. There was no going back! It was SO FUN though and I will be doing this again. I feel like so much of the holidays as a mom is spent making the magic for kids. It’s Santa meet and greets, Christmas shopping, holiday pageants…. And then seeing Santa again (and again and again). THIS party was for us! 🥂
🎧 Five 5-Star Audiobooks I Listened to This Year ✨
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This year, I listened to some incredible audiobooks, but these five stood out as absolute favorites:
📚 A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith: A beautifully written coming-of-age classic. I didn’t want it to end and could absolutely see myself re-listening in a few years.
📚 None of This Is True by Lisa Jewell: A psychological thriller with unreliable narrators that kept me guessing the whole way through.
📚 Such a Bad Influence by Olivia Muenter: Part mystery, part family drama—flawed characters, a gripping storyline, and a chef’s kiss ending.
📚 All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker: A masterpiece of storytelling that starts as a serial killer mystery and evolves into something much bigger.
📚 Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors: A stunning exploration of sisterhood, grief, and imperfect people. The ending left me in tears (happy ones!).
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Holding on for dear life this December ❤️ I have had SO MANY conversations this week with my friends near and far and we are *all* struggling. I have to say, just knowing it’s not just me feeling the pressure of “end of year-holiday magic- cold/flu/stomach bug season-darkest days of the year,” has made it a little easier to handle. Don’t forget to take care of yourself, too 😮💨 (Telling myself this because I could use the reminder too!)
If I hadn’t already mailed our Christmas cards*, I would be ordering a reprint because this first photo is IT. ⭐️💂🏻♀️
*Actually only half because for some reason, I didn’t order enough? Our list must have grown over the past year or I just underestimated how many people were on it! I had to order more so the second half will be going out later whoops!!
Traded in my mom jeans for a @jcrew tuxedo this holiday season! Whether you’re dressing up, getting cozy, or picking out a gift for someone special, J. Crew has you covered! #injcrew #sponsored
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Goes to show how truly classic these pieces are! I actually went thrifting the other day hoping to find a nice trench coat. I found one from Brooks Brothers in basically new condition and it was only $30, but it was too large on me–I was heartbroken! -Audrey | Brunch at Audrey’s
That J. Crew camel structured cardigan is literally the best cardigan I’ve ever owned. I bought it to wear on long international flights to stay warm, and I loved it so much that I got it in three more colors to wear to work. It’s so comfortable, the pockets are big enough to fit a phone easily, and it’s so cozy while still looking put together because of the nice structure to it. I’m obsessed with that cardigan, great pick!
Cheers,
Malinda
https://www.pearlsandpinot.com/
Where is the dress in the collage from? It doesn’t look like any of the dresses that you linked. Thanks!!
It was from last year… V-neck dress in Super 120s wool if you want to look for it online somewhere!
This list is amazing! I am a sucker for nice coats and shoes. I definitely splurged on my Burberry quilted jacket and Barbour wax coat and shoes like Tory Burch flats and Frye riding boots. Especially in a cold climate, you wear your coat everyday and it’s worth spending more! Plus I will have those pieces forever!
Bianca
https://navyismyneutral-biancab.blogspot.ca/
I love love love the flannel you shared from J. Crew Factory!! The ruffle is everything!!
https://premedwearspearls.blogspot.com
xoxo Libby
J.Crew jackets are my favorite staple pieces of fall!
Xo, Kelsey
http://www.bleuandwhit.blogspot.com
I LOVE this post! Thanks for including a different price point for each item-it’s much appreciated!
Love your site. So glad you have choices here. That’s awesome. I LOVE fashion but love a bargain. Keep posting Carly!
Such a great post, Carly. Thank you!
LOVE the “splurge, moderate, budget” options. Thanks for much your hard work on putting this together!
I love this, please do this for every season!