Hello darlings,
Welcome to Turkey Season. Do you know what I love the most about November? Besides the food, and, you know, being grateful and stuff. I’ll let you think about it… clothes, duh! If I’m being completely honest, I love clothes all year round, but particularly during the holidays. An issue I have year after year though, is that stores I typically shop from, say H&M or Urban Outfitters, all cater to dropping temperatures. Fabrics get thicker, fur becomes rampant, and accessories are all knit. I love some good winter fabrics and don’t even get me started on my devotion to layering, but I live on the goddamn equator! I can’t wear fur on a day-to-day basis (no matter how much I want to). But throughout the years, I’ve learned how to adapt a winter wardrobe to my sweltering temperatures.
#1 - A good cable knit sweater is essential to any winter wardrobe, they are genderless and timeless. While I often wear cable knit sweaters, I recognize it can be a daunting task in 90° temperatures. More often than not, I drape them over my shoulders as seen below, or even cross the sleeves, resembling a crossbody bag. I’m inclusive to all sweaters, but I’ll admit I’m partial to cable knit’s, the texture and dimension they add to an outfit is simply, unmatched.
#2 - Another approach I love to layering is layering tank tops. It’s not something I see done often and you get the same opportunity to mix fabrics and colors as you do when layering long sleeves. Or, add a vest atop your t-shirt or tank!
#3 - The same principle applies to layering thin fabrics. Such as lace, nets, and sheers. Get the vibes, not the heat stroke. (I should make that last quote into a motivational poster)
#4 - Now, certain details are quintessentially: holidays. I’m talking gingham patterns; suede, velvet, and corduroy; lacquer shoes; and who can forget fur detailing? You don’t have to wear a fur coat, but fur detailing is encouraged. Those lace-up sandals? Switch them up for some lacquer ballerinas or Mary Janes. Denim skirt? Make it a gingham skirt, or better yet, a suede skirt. Have a linen dress? Burn it, darling, I need it to be velvet until further notice.
Anyway, that’s my guide to avoid being suicidal during a Caribbean Holiday Season, thank me later.
Love,
a seasoned season switcher
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