Ensemble du Jour - Rainy Day New York

Whoops!  A missing New York visit outfit post. 

This day it was rainy and I was walking so I did milkmaid braids.  I wore my vintage red trench over one of the Target floral dresses and black cardigan.  I walked down to Union Square and then the Chelsea Market so I went practical in black patent oxfords and creme ankle socks.

I always walk for miles when I'm in New York and I really feel that oxfords, Converse and wellies are better shoes to pack than heels... but somehow I still end up packing too many heels too!

Across A Crowded Room

I was randomly drawn to Target today. I know, it's evil. I should never step foot in there but, like any craving, it could not be denied!

I was browsing slowly through the racks of summer items that were crammed in next to the clearance racks filled with questionable winter pieces, when I saw this shiny sleeve peeking out from behind a over-filled display of dresses.

When I pulled it out, I found this - a glossy white hooded trench. Never even tried on!



There was only one there, and even though there wasn't a tag so I didn't know how much it was, I had to have it. It's hard to tell from the shots but this baby is so fun. With a dark navy lining, big front pockets, a collar made to be turned up mysteriously and lots of silver snaps.

Yeah, I'm kind of in love!

Even better, it was on sale - just $28!

And you can get one too, because I tracked it down. It's an online only piece so you'll have to go on and order your own.

I see all sorts of possibilities with this. Slick for spring, a great stand-out color in the fall and maybe fun for "playtime" too.

; )