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Q: Hi Jen hope you’re well! I am seeing camel and red for fall. Can you help me find cardigan/ shirt styles that hit the mark? Especially looking for a modern camel cardigan for dresses and jeans.
A: Hi! Obsessed with a red cardigan. Pops of red are calling to me today; see Cassandra deliver the look with aplomb here. A few options I like that feel fresh: Sezane’s Emile, BA&SH’s Gaspard, J. Crew’s cashmere pointelle (pointelle is trending again, as it was last season), Gap’s Khaite-esque pocket cardigan. I also love the cropped proportions of this more traditional cashmere cardi paired with on-trend denim.
For camel/taupe – Jenni Kayne’s Cooper and this cardi-jacket hybrid.
Q: Turtlenecks for fall.
A: I’ve been seeing a lot of these cute pointelle ones this season — love this Doen and this Tuckernuck. I also just bought these in navy and white and might go back for the black. $15/pop!
Q: A tan suede shirt or oversized shirt style jacket that works for petites.
A: I’m thinking about this, too, after seeing M.G. in one. I like Sezane’s offerings in this category ATM — this, this. For a splurge: Toteme. Make sure you keep the other components of your outfit slim/trim or the silhouette will eat you up as a petite. I’m personally daydreaming about interpreting this trend in the form of a cropped suede jacket — splurge: VB; more reasonable: Talbots or Mango; budget: Nordstrom.
Q: Best postpartum PJs/robes/clothes for October.
A: I think we’ve all collectively established that Lake Pajamas are a big RWI (regrettably worth it) situation. So soft, and lots of dedicated nursing options available, but you could also get one or two of their dreamy-soft kimono sets and keep for post-nursing days. I say buy a few pairs of those as a treat for yourself. If you’re more of a boho lass, try the nightgown options from Doen and If Only If. Layer beneath a big oversized cozy cardigan and imagine yourself living in some beautiful English cottage on a heath with wildflowers in the backyard and a baby in a little straw cot.
Q: A light layer to wear over formal/cocktail wear. Prefer a coat but open to sweaters.
A: This is always a tricky one. I hunted for a coat but really couldn’t find anything I liked with the exception of this Cinq a Sept, but I think it might only work for more of a cocktail attire situation — feels too dressed-down for a formal gown. Will keep my eyes out for options. I love these cashmere wraps from Alice Walk for more formal affairs. Another option would be one of those short-sleeved sweaters I’ve been eyeing — the luxe version from Khaite or the more reasonable one from Doen. I styled a dressy look with one of these sweaters here.
Q: Fall jacket that’s good for rain.
A: Love Everlane’s new anorak and Stutterheim’s Moseback. I’d been eyeing the latter for years and finally bought one while on sale! If you want something less explicitly “rain jacket,” try a classic trench. For something in between, a timeless Barbour! Go up a size in the latter – I think they look better really boxy, as if you’ve borrowed from your husband. Mango has a solid look for less.
Q: Autumn wedding in Chicago. Sleeves and under $300 would be perfect.
A: I love this (the contrast green sash!) and this!
Q: A dress to wear to a black tie wedding on NYE in London. Ideally under $500.
A: This Cinq A Sept, this Anna October, or this Black Halo!
Q: Small round or rectangular lady watch under $1K.
A: I feel like a broken record, but March Hare! I have the double wrap style, but others are available. Under $500 but Cartier vibes. Use code MAGPIE20 for 20% off. Alternately, TRR often has great pre-loved Hermes styles, like this or this. (You can always replace the strap!)
Q: Inexpensive, slim fit jogger sweats for little boys. No logos.
A: I wouldn’t call them inexpensive, but you can sometimes get these J. Crew Factory ones on super sale. My son has a few pairs of them. These might also fit the bill, but can’t speak to quality!
Q: Wide leg jeans for tall girls.
A: Agolde Dames! (Note model is 5’9 and wearing heels.)
Q: Mary Janes built for city walking.
A: Go with Loeffler Randall. Supremely comfortable and wonderfully made.
Q: Durable fall tote.
A: Try Rue De Verneuil. Lots of fun fall options, and are constructed in durable canvas. Love this tweedy one.
Q: Patterned fall maxi skirt.
A: Mille has some chic patterned options, and I love the ones from Parterre and Cara Cara, too. All of them would be so chic with a suede brown boot! Different color profile, but also adore this black gingham from Doen.
Q: Large catch all purse to go with carry on for plane.
A: I like the idea of a RDV — has structure and slides right under seat so you can easily grab what you need. I also have to say that the Dagne Dover Landon tote is a great travel day bag. It counts as a personal item but holds a lot and fits under seat, has an interior sleeve/pocket for your laptop, and has the zippered top, which is handy.