Is it weird that I feel like this might be coat too fitted? It's not really a problem I would normally mention, but it's fitted enough that wearing sweaters underneath is harder than you'd think, and it might be enough to disqualify it from closet space.

I was joking with a friend recently about how it felt like we'd suddenly gotten two seasons in one, but honestly it's how I feel. The fall explosion of leaves came late to the DC and since I'm a "Christmas as early as possible" kinda woman, the combination means I'm planning outfits that are appropriate for Fall weather but with all the Christmas cheer I can muster.

All that to say, I hope you enjoy the plaid juxtaposed against all the pretty leaves p0rn. It makes me damn happy.

First, welcome to December! I've been listening to Christmas music since Halloween and decorated my apartment the weekend of my birthday, but now the rest of you (who want to) can feel comfortable joining me in the overabundance of holiday spirit.

I know I just said jacket-less was a thing of the past but surprise, surprise, here's a sweater!

(Which honestly wasn't warm enough by itself - I wish I'd layered a turtleneck or something underneath.)

I'm still working on my Sept-October clothing recap, but let's just say it didn't go...great. I'd been doing so well with thoughtfully adding pieces only when I meant to, but then came Fall and SWEATERS and my self-control broke a little. I *will* say that I only bought pieces I'd made enough money for on Poshmark, which is not the same as not buying something at all, but did in fact make me feel a little better. 

Part of the reason this particular sweater stole my heart was that it really fulfilled that vision of what I wanted to look like. I felt enveloped by huge, cozy warmth but still had some structure, especially once I did the half-tuck into these GAP jeans (jury's still out on them by the way). I think a shopping ban/constraint is all well and good except when you've gotten rid of a least 1/3 of your closet already and you're trying to figure out what the hell you want to wear when the temperature drops to below 30 degrees. Then maybe there's some room for compromise.