I’ve at all times cherished the mix of gray denim and burgundy—it’s a timeless pairing that by no means goes out of fashion. At this time, I’m giving an previous favourite outfit a contemporary replace. This look options my new MOTHER Weekenders within the Needed! wash, which really feel a lot extra present in comparison with my authentic gray skinny denims.
THEN (2017): cowl neck tunic (S) // gray skinny denims // rag & bone booties (39) // Rebecca Minkoff satchel // wrap bracelet // related sunnies
NOW (2025): cable knit flare cuff sweater (S) // MOTHER Weekender in Needed! (29) (choice) // Franco Sarto Vianca (8) // Quince field bag // hoop earrings // YSL sunnies
One huge distinction between the previous 2017 look and the brand new is the proportions. The tunic with the thin denims cuts me in half vertically, making my total silhouette look shorter and fewer balanced. Moreover, the exaggerated cowl with the drop sleeve, together with the booties that includes a dipped entrance, have been on-trend on the time however now give the outfit a dated really feel. I nonetheless prefer it, however I wouldn’t put on it right now. I additionally doubt it might be as flattering on me now, as I’ve skilled some weight acquire and redistribution over the previous seven years, to not point out my breast discount surgical procedure.
For this up to date look, I selected a burgundy cable knit sweater with on-trend flared sleeves and a extra refined cowl neck. I truly discovered this sweater at Talbots! In comparison with the thinner cloth of the unique tunic sweater, this cashmere knit is a particular improve—luxuriously mushy, plush, and made to final. I additionally love the gorgeous cable knit sample, and the flared sleeves with large ribbed cuffs add a contemporary twist. Plus, the 23″ size paired with full-length flare denims creates that pleasing 1/3 to 2/3 proportion.
These gray flares most likely want no introduction—I’ve been sporting them on repeat this winter! Not solely are they fashionable and on-trend, however they’re additionally extremely flattering and leg-lengthening. I stored black boots with this up to date outfit, and I like how they work with my darkish hair to ‘bookend’ the look. These black Franco Sarto Chelsea boots function a slender sq. toe and a sculpted 2″ block heel that’s each fashionable and sensible. They really feel far more fashionable than the unique pair, with the low shaft and dipped entrance element.
Lastly, daring hoop earrings and the Quince field bag add a smooth, polished contact. Collectively, they’re extra present and streamlined options to the equipment within the authentic look… though I did love that satchel, and it’s a reasonably basic design. Nonetheless, the field bag feels a bit extra of-the-moment and enhances this up to date outfit completely.
I hope you want this outfit replace! It’s at all times enjoyable to revisit previous favourite appears and provides them a recent, fashionable twist. I’ve just a few different “Then & Now” posts, however they’re previous. I’ll attempt to do some extra of those as we transition from winter to spring!
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