Hooray for Monday! Hooray for another week. Guess what? My basement renovation will be complete by Friday! As I type, the plumbers are hooking up the sink, delivering the fridge, and installing the gas logs in the fireplace. The downstairs family room has undergone quite a transformation since Mr. Style, and I moved in almost six years ago. It was always a designated spot to hang out and kick up our feet in the comfy leather furniture and watch TV. The previous owners left a massive pool table in front of the kitchenette. But it was too tight to play pool comfortably, so that was one of the first things to go. The cable for the TV was installed on the wrong wall, which left the fireplace in an awkward position, so it was always an afterthought… Honestly, I could go on and on as everything about the setup downstairs was inconvenient. Was it okay? Yep. But not optimal, and I’m all about form and function when it comes to style and interiors. Come Friday, that’s all changed, and I can. not. wait. Stay tuned!
Today, it’s all about this mariner stripe sweater that’s been on repeat all season long. I’m sharing it again to show the value of wearing one item multiple ways. I’ve paired it with ivory utility pants and black driving mocs, black trousers and black ballet flats, and now black denim with over-the-knee boots. Time and time again, I talk about how your wardrobe needs to work for you, and today’s post is a prime example.
Mariner Stripe Sweater
A mariner stripe sweater is a wardrobe staple through and through. It’s definitely not trendy and always a classic thanks to Coco Chanel. Tradition has it she was so inspired with the French sailor uniform that she incorporated stripes into her 1917 nautical collection. It was a proper break from the traditional fashion landscape with women tightly corseted. Can you imagine the hue and outcry of traditional society when this relaxed tee was introduced? Yet one hundred years later, we’re still proudly sporting our stripes. It’s turned into a classic that serves us well.
With chilly weather on the horizon for the next few months, layering is essential. A white blouse is also a wardrobe staple that fits perfectly beneath the mariner stripe sweater. Black denim (limited sizes, similar here and here) with a button fly from Everlane is my favorite for winter and was the perfect choice for over-the-knee boots (old, similar here) that require a skinny leg.
denim | shirt | sweater (limited sizes similar here)| cocoon puffer coat | similar scarf | boots (old, similar here) | similar handbag | earrings | caviar bangle | watch band | similar leather cuff bracelet
denim | shirt | sweater (limited sizes similar here)| cocoon puffer coat | similar scarf | boots (old, similar here) | similar handbag | earrings | caviar bangle | watch band | similar leather cuff bracelet
The SaaCA team is putting together some fun videos on Instagram and Tik Tok. Social channels are pushing influencers to be more innovative with short video clips. Yes, I have a YouTube channel with a library full of valuable information. But Reels and Shorts are all the rage these days. If you would like to see how I put this outfit together, click on the Get Ready With Me link that takes you through the process step by step: GRWM
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I love my striped cotton sweaters! I bought three a few years ago and wear them all the time — winter, spring and fall. Recently I added another to my collection, this one with metal buttons at the shoulders.
That sweater is such a classic! What a great look on you. Your hair looks fantastic in these photos!
Congrats Beth on the renovation! Can’t wait to see how it all turned out. Great post and you look fabulous as always!!
Thank you Beth love the white and black, but specially on you!!
I wear it also but I live at the beach, and my skin is a little tan, and gray hair.
Thank you again for sharing
Hi Beth
Your basement renovation was a HUGE undertaking on your part. As you very well know there is always speedbumps along the way.
Renovations are never without there challenges.
We went through this in our kitchen and master bathroom several years ago and all I will say it was an experience we shall never forget. Lasted for months. It felt like we were camping and living in dust for months. I cleaned like the “White Tornado” every evening. I am like you, like everything clean and tidy. Dust is so unhealthy to live in, NOT good if you deal with allergies. Thank goodness it was downstairs.
You look so nice in your black and white sweater, you nailed the look.