What NYC Recessionista Wears: Going Brogue

Mel: “What did you do in school today?”  
Cher: “Well, I broke in my purple clogs…” 

-Clueless, 1995

But my major accomplishment today was breaking in my new Clarks shoes

Button-downs, skinny pants and cardigans have become a bit of a work uniform for me lately — they’re just so darn effortless. Today I paired polka dots and animal print together and was surprised by how well it worked!


J. Crew button-down (similar) / Banana Republic cardigan (similar here and here) / J. Crew necklace (similar) / J. Crew bracelets (similar here and here) / watch c/o Caravelle by Bulova / J. Crew pixie pants (similar) / Clarks ‘Charlie’ brogues

I’ve had this necklace for a couple of years now — I love the mix of chains, pearls and stones.

My husband gave me this J. Crew chain link bracelet for Valentine’s Day several years ago, and it’s still one of my favorites. And I love most everything cobalt blue, so I routinely wear that J. Crew bracelet, too 🙂  And of course my ASPCA wristband for good measure.

Now … my new shoes. I’ve been spying these new Clarks ‘Charlie’ brogues ever since they came out in August, but I patiently waited for my fall rewards coupon so I could get them for 20% off.

They’re super comfortable and totally on trend. I can’t wait to wear them with a dress and tights, too.

(All images courtesy of NYC Recessionista)