The More the Merrier

Layers, layers, layers. This time of year, I try to stay away from wearing a winter coat (unless its the best option with my ensemble). Therefore, I often rely on layers to keep me toasty in the Windy City. A tee, sweater, and a snood? Thigh high socks over tights? The more the merrier as far as I'm concerned. 

Akira sweater and skirt, Gap snood, American Apparel thigh high socks, Hue sweater tights, Nine West boots, Halogen purse, LOFT tee and ring, Charming Charlie shades

Layered

Sometimes I think the fashion world tries to be innovative by adding a lot of layers. I mean, seriously, J. Crew - is anyone really going to wear a button-up shirt, a sweater, and a jacket with shorts? (Except for Blair from Atlantic-Pacific. She may look cute, but I don't imagine that she's ever really comfortable.) The problem with layers on top and bare legs on bottom is that you're pretty much guaranteed to have one half of your body be either too warm or too cold. In the case of this outfit, I was too warm on top. But at least I felt cute, and I eventually got some ice cream to cool down. (From Salt & Straw, of course.)

Lace dress: H&M

Chambray shirt: Sears

Blue and green wedges: Nine West from Nordstrom Rack

Purse: Michael Kors, thrifted from Salvation Army

Sunglasses: Oscar de la Renta from TJ Maxx

Blue and green necklace: purchased in Florence, Italy

White bracelet: H&M

White belt: Forever 21

Today I'm linking this post up to Monday Mingle and Visible Monday.