It may not quite be spring, but we’re getting there. Outside it’s getting warmer, which always makes me want to dress- I don’t know if daring is the word- but as things seem to come alive I want my outfits to be more alive as well. So. Leather?
I know that leather doesn’t seem like a spring fabric, it can be heavy, but how could this number- with the cut outs, the apron tie, the carwash slits be anything but alive and daring like spring?
Some very quick style notes:
-This skirt was on my wishlist forever, it’s A.W.A.K.E Mode, a British designer who is known for their modern takes on classics. I just LOVE them
-As this skirt needs to go over something, it’s seasonless. For cooler spring days I’m loving it over a lighter sweater dress, but it also goes over shirt dresses, sundresses, even bike shorts. It’s both a statement piece and incredibly versatile. I’ve even been tempted to wear it over my workout leggings when I’ve been leaving pilates class!
-I did need to size up- there’s no stretch and to get it to tie (those do loosen with wear a bit, as you can see in pictures), so you might want to as well. Also, if you’re planning on wearing this stunner over more bulky items you will need to!
-these shoes are my beloved Sarah Flints.The arch support alone makes them worth it, as does the fact they go with everything. Use code SARAHFLINT-BAINVESTMENTPIECE for $50 off your own pair of Sarah Flints (any style!)
-This is not the first year I’ve welcomed warmer temps with leathers and suedes. See here and here!
Maybe what I love about spring in leather is that it’s a bit unexpected. Not the pastels or florals we’ve been conditioned to associate with the turning of the season. Yet- is there anything better to transition from winter to spring in? Leather lets you layer (this leather skirt in particular), keeps you just warm enough (spring is not summer. Though sometimes the temps forget that!), and lets you master the in between spaces of seasons. Ironically enough, I think that there are years I wear more leather in spring than in winter.
What about you? Do you wear leather in spring? How do you feel about stand out leather? What would you ear this skirt over? I would love to hear about all of it! I’ve linked this exact skirt and dress for your styling pleasure below!
xo RA
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