From boho to sort of hipster barn wear. Is that a thing? LOL. Regardless, I was digging this outfit for another one of those bright but pretty cold days. That isn’t dandruff in my hair, it’s snow! Little tiny flakes that flurried just as we were snapping these photos.

I added black leggings to this outfit to go to dinner (and ditched the socks) the evening I wore this, and that outfit transition played out nicely, as well. Mark my words, you’ll be seeing more of this dress. I love it!

Light and easy, I can’t wait to wear it with simple sandals and lots more sunscreen come Summer! But I really loved this layered look with double the jackets. Perfect for keeping warm without looking too wintery.

Have you pulled out any of your Spring favorites yet? I’d love to know what you are looking forward to donning come warmer weather, or what you are currently wearing in your ALREADY warm climate!

Cheers to Springtime, buffalo check, and the impending sundress season! Have a wonderful Tuesday, friends. Thank you for visiting, supporting, commenting, and your overall enthusiasm for Refined + Rugged!

XX, Megan

Leather Jacket: Zara (past season, similar), Jean Jacket: F21, Dress: Madewell, Bag: J.Crew, Boots: Madewell (similar), Socks: J.Crew, Sunglasses: Ray-ban, Necklace: Gorjana, Earrings: Kate Spade, Lips: NARS Cruising

I have an admission. I packed up the bulk of my winter sweaters this past Saturday, and pulled out some of my lighter knits. I always keep wool cardigans and some warm neutral options out for Spring and Summer evenings. Here in the mountains it can still drop into the 50s and even 40s during the evening well into Summertime, so I never put away all of my warmer layers.

I also didn’t pack up some of my other winter extras. You can still throw on your boots, and vests, and hats, and even scarves to more easily transition your wardrobe into Spring. Especially if you want to wear pieces lighter pieces like dresses and skirts. Layer up like a champ, and you can pull of practically anything!

If it had been even a little bit colder, I’d have throw my trusty wool coat over this ensemble for added warmth. I have loved both this denim vest, this more safari inspired vest, and a good utility vest in past seasons, and I’m sure I’ll be pulling both out this Spring. I also fell in love with the long vest from Vince, and I love how Molly styled it here.

I also love a good rain jacket or anorak if you live in a more rainy climate, but temps are rising come spring. It’s definitely time to ditch the heavy coats and loot at something like this.

What are some of your favorite layers? Do you have any pieces you don’t put away regardless of the season? I’d love to know! Have a superb Monday, friends!!

XX, Megan

 

 

Dress: J.Crew (past season, similar, similar, similar), Vest: Target, Boots: Dolce Vita, Bag: Madewell (just came back in stock!, similar, similar, save, splurge), Sunglasses: Ray-ban, Necklace: Anthropologie (past, similar), Earrings: Vintage, Lips: Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lip in Dolce

Seven kicks to set you dreaming of Spring! I hope you have a fantastic Thursday. Thank you so much for stopping by!! (Links below.)

XX, Megan

Striped Block Heels, Black Perfect Sandal, Patent Sneakers, Penny Lane Gladiators, POPing Yellow Pumps, Preppy Trainers, Nude Perfection Heels

From one extreme to the other! From all neutral attire to bright and ginghamed. So it goes. Today’s OOOTD has been featured on Refined + Rugged before in THIS post. I’ve linked several similar options below.

I have only praises to sing for these flats, which come in a variety of fun colors. First, that they are budget friendly, though I linked a few splurge worthy options below as well. Second, that the lace up details puts some pizazz into any ensemble.

Last, they have helped me assuage my long held need to somehow be a ballerina. Take a spin and take a bow. (And take a seat, because I’m NO ballerina:) But I do love a fabulously wearable toe-shoe dupe! Have a wonderful Tuesday, folks!

XX, Megan

Coat: J.Crew (past season, similar, similar, similar, splurge, save), Shirt: J.Crew, Pants: J.Crew, Shoes: Gap (splurge, splurge, similar), Sunglasses: Ray-ban, Clutch: J.Crew Factory, Necklace: J.Crew (similar) , Lips: NARS Heat Wave