Doing It

Here's to never thinking "I wish I could do that" ever again

I could not be more grateful that I live in a world where I can wear a leopard print fur coat in everyday life. Actually, a more correct statement would be: I could not be more grateful that I have the confidence to wear a leopard print coat in everyday life.

"I'm at a place where if there's anything I wish to do, I just do. Maybe it's being in the city or new sense of self taking over."

For far too long have I been the girl looking over longingly at someone wearing some over-the-top but still lust-worthy outfit thinking, "I wish I could do that." I'm at a place where if there's anything I wish to do, I just do. Maybe it's being in the city or a new sense of self taking over.

And I encourage you to do the same. Because sometimes, you just need to throw an unnecessarily extravagant faux fur jacket on over a simple gray dress and booties, and god forbid you don't just because you don't think you can pull it off.

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The Leopard Coat

There are a few things I buy solely because they make me feel a certain way. A breezy sundress makes me feel carefree, a pair of ripped jeans makes me feel tough, and this here coat just makes me feel downright fabulous.

This coat gave me permission to buck that idea. Who says I can't make casually wearing a full on leopard print faux fur coat a thing?

That's not a word I throw around lightly, either. Fabulous is reserved for over-the-top, impractical, sparkly glamour. Think Iris Apfel, whose documentary on Netflix you've got to see. But when I saw this coat, on sale at that, it awoke something in me.

I've always loved being a little extra, but I've always thought there wasn't much place for that in everyday routine. This coat gave me permission to buck that idea. Who says I can't make casually wearing a full on leopard print faux fur coat a thing? Now that it's in my closet, I am convinced that I am a much more complete person.

Photos by Kaye McCoy

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Black & Beige

A few weeks back I ran into an old friend, and as we were doing a quick catch up, he commented on what I was wearing. Specifically, he commented on my knack for wearing neutral colors consistently, no matter the occasion. I'm not going to lie, I was a little insulted.

Over time, neutrals have snuck in and taken over my life. It happened so slowly – a purchase here, a quick buy there – that I didn't even notice it.

I take pride in my adoration of all things bright and feminine. That is a fundamental part of who I am. But after I did a quick closet sweep, it settled in that, holy crap, he was right. Over time, neutrals have snuck in and taken over my life. It happened so slowly – a purchase here, a quick buy there – that I didn't even notice it.

It could be that it's just become easier to buy and style those colors. Now, everything in my closet goes together, you know? I'll never openly admit to being a neutral lover for fear of betraying my pastel-glitter-loving side, but maybe, deep down, I've had a thing for them all along.

Photos by Kaye McCoy

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Winter Brights & Neon

While I may have some hang ups about wearing white in the winter, brights I have no problem with. Who wouldn't want to wear obnoxiously loud neons in the dead of winter?  

Seriously, though. Point me in their direction so I can ship them this J.Crew painter tee. I will show them the joy that comes from bright colors and patterned pants. As long as those two things are in my closet, I will keep hope alive for Spring.  

photos by Kaye McCoy

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sweater forever

We all have that one sweater that feels like home. It's just long enough, just comfy enough and just warm enough. Long live those sweaters.  

Literally, though. I think I've worn this black & gray striped one so much that it's becoming threadbare. It's on its last legs. 

Really, I just need it to live long enough to get me through this winter. Is that too much to ask? 

photos by Kaye McCoy

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case of the blues

There's no way around it -- winter is here. We were spoiled in the south for a little bit there, but now, Mother Nature ain't playing no games. 

I'm coming to terms with the colder temps, but it's a sad, heartbreaking process. It takes me twice as long to get ready these days, mostly because I'm wearing twice as many layers.

It's not all tears and frostbite for me, though. With this coat and a cup of hot tea to go, I have what I consider a sure cure for the winter blues.

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photos by Kaye McCoy

dreaming in pink

A pale pink coat has been on the lust list of my dreams for a while now, but I couldn't justify having one in my closet. Instead, I went on my humdrum way, sticking to gray peacoats. 

 The day I saw this gem at H&M, I went weak in the knees. I threw out my old notion that pink wouldn't be practical, and decided that life is for the living, baby. I got the damn coat. 

Now, having this coat is like a small dream come true. And If I am dreaming, nobody wake me up. 

photos by 7th Street Studio

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