Windy City Chic // Pink Coat + Silver Boots

Wednesday, January 29, 2020

Chicago fashion blogger Kathleen Harper wearing an outfit with metallic silver boots.
You hear it all the time in the fashion sphere — people talking about how they "can't pull off" a certain look or trend. Leather pants and metallic boots may seem like bold, risky choices, but really it's all about attitude. Henry Ford articulated it best when he said, "Whether you think you can, or you think you can't – you're right.” When you feel confident, you look confident — and that, my friends, is what makes ALL the difference.
Chicago fashion blogger Kathleen Harper in front of the Sears Tower.
Nyc fashion blogger Kathleen Harper outside of the Art Institute of Chicago for a photo shoot.
Chicago fashion blogger Kathleen Harper's winter outfit for work or date night.
Two words: OWN. IT. Leather-effect pants are having a major moment and I cannot get enough of their sleek and edgy aesthetic. My sister was making fun of me over the holidays because I brought home three pairs of leather pants (I couldn't pack just one because DUH they all have different fits!). The icing on the cake though was when I received a fourth pair as a gift! 
Chicago fashion blogger Kathleen Harper's street style.
Chicago fashion blogger Kathleen Harper wearing metallic silver boots from Zara.
Nyc fashion blogger Kathleen Harper wearing a blush pink coat.
Speaking of gifts, I received this Staud bucket bag for Christmas, and I immediately fell in love with the modern design and on-trend look. Even better, it comes with a crossbody strap, making it way more practical than it may look at first glance.
Chicago fashion blogger Kathleen Harper wearing a clear and black Staud bucket bag.
Chicago fashion blogger Kathleen Harper wearing crystal ear seeds.
Chicago fashion blogger Kathleen Harper wearing a leather pants outfit.
Chicago fashion blogger Kathleen Harper's winter outfit idea.
[coat: Ann Taylor (old, but I also like this one), sweater: Ann Taylor (similar one here) // pants: Ann Taylor (similar pair here) // boots: Zara (I also like this pair) // purse: Staud // sunglasses: Anthropologie (I also like this pair) // "K" earrings: Diamonds Doing Good (similar pair here) // earrings: gift (I also like this pair) // lip color: Saint Jane Microdose Lip Gloss in "Nectar"]

I wore this look last month in Chicago during a jam-packed day with my family. We visited the Art Institute and checked out the Andy Warhol exhibit, dined out, and then I caught up with my best friend at a wine bar. I loved how I felt in this outfit, and that confidence carried me through my entire day. 

It can be easy to feel extra when you're outside of NYC. I love how in New York, you automatically feel empowered to dress HOWEVER you want. Thigh-high snake print boots at the office on a Wednesday? YES! Oversized, crazy, fur coat at Trader Joe's just because? YES! New Yorkers cannot be fazed. 

Sometimes I forget that no other place is quite like that. As much as I love Chicago, it's not a fashion capitol by any means. But sometimes that's part of the fun — i.e. standing out and making a statement! I guess what I'm trying to say is, don't let anyone get in the way of YOU being YOU. 

If the metallic boots make you smile, go ahead and wear them...even if you're in the midwest and already wearing sparkly lip gloss, leather pants, and a pink coat...and posing wildly in the street ;) 

// SHOP //


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