P.S. I HART THIS: A Lesson from London

I fucked up my London packing, badly. I willfully ignored a chilly, rainy weather forecast and instead committed the sin of “aspirational packing.” All rational planning was destroyed by a delusional mood board of circa 2008 Sienna Miller street style on a sunny day. I landed in London’s chilly dampness with a slip dress and leather jacket. Cute, but impractical. 

I forgot that the most stylish women don’t forget who they are (and weather reports) on vacation. They plan outfits in advance around their trusted wardrobe essentials – spicing things up with outerwear, shoes  and jewelry. (I did not, however, fail in the jewelry department, mostly because I was able to pack tons of options in this nifty hanging organizer. It’s small, with countless little compartments. Highly recommend). 

One rule I didn’t fully overlook was to prioritize neutrals for easy mixing-and-matching. A striped shirt, a navy sweater, denim, leather. Next time I’ll pack more for reality. But here are some London looks that I enjoyed when the sun was out. 

British Museum 

Ba+sh leather skirt, striped shirt, husband’s sweater, Khaite loafers 

Notting Hill / Portobello Road

Silk slip dress by Loveshackfancy, Khaite patent loafers, All Saints leather jacket, Gucci sunglasses and vintage Dior bag 

Victoria and Albert Museum 

Khaite patent loafers, vintage Ben Silver trench coat, Lululemon leggings, Dragon Diffusion bag, Alex Eagle pilates hat 

HART anklet, charm necklace. 

Chiltern Fire House

Vintage cupcake dress with matching jacket. Chanel flats. 

Charm necklace, anklet. 

Wimbledon:

Rixo Skirt, cashmere cardigan, Chanel flats, Chrysoprase Gemstone Necklace, charm necklace, and Baller Charm Bracelet, anklet.