A Little Behind

Not only is our time zone in California behind most of the country, it seems our seasons (if you can call them seasons) in SoCal are late.

Our summers start in August. And I often feel silly for wanting to wear cozy sweaters with a snowflake motif during the Christmas holiday season when the temps call for a tee and a light cardi. So now you may better understand why just as most of you are making sprightly sets for spring on Polyvore, I'm still stuck on heavier woolen things.

You JC veterans will recognize the dream Houndstooth button-bow cardi and I have a trusty tissue turtleneck under it (with my thin wool thermal top, a winter staple, under that!). The skirt is the now-classic double-serge wool pencil skirt.

a better view of the heels

And think I'm behind again but I've finally discovered booties this season. Love, love, love them for style, comfort and warmth. These are the Bellamy leather ankle boots. Just as I'm surprised at how comfortable the Clifton booties have been with their 3.5" heels, these feel the same with the same heel height and they too are lined in leather (so important for shoes to properly break in). I love the clean, sleek shape and the neutral, slightly warm grey color. Come to think of it, these might be the only shoes I have in grey.

Sheesh ... I know I've been looking for grey for years!