Unlikely Source

I am kind of digging the simple utilitarianism of these leather carry-alls from Crate & Barrel....


And not a bad deal at $99.95!

Pre-Fall New Arrivals

A few random Pre-Fall new arrivals I've got my eye on....




1. APC Pioneer Jeans - these look like the perfect pair of straight, mid-rise, vintage washed janes! ($310)
2. Prairie Underground Dress - I saw this dress in my new local shop the other day and it was totally perfect! ($228)
3. Frye Paige Stud Boots - I can hardly think of wearing boots yet, but these are downright lovely! ($398)
4. Deena & Ozzy Tweed Purse - ahhh.... tweed, Falls best fabric! ($42)

Ask Camp Comfort: 70's Style Special

Lovely reader, Nicole, recently wrote in to Ask Camp Comfort looking for some recommendations on how to achieve an "all 70's, all the time" look! And she came to the right girl because I LOVE 70's style!


Obviously, it can be hard to narrow a 10-year span into one specific look, so I'd like to break this down to my two favorite 70's looks: Collegiate (ala Ali Macgraw) and Country Loving Post-Hippie (ala Emmylou Harris). Luckily the wardrobe staples are pretty much the same for both:

Cropped Tees (for your high waisted pants - lots available via Topshop)


High Waisted, Flared Jeans (JBrand is currently the master at this style - here and here)


High Waisted, Denim Short Shorts (the dolphin side hem is always a nice touch - these style from Urban Outfitters)


Wedges (of course! Kork Ease and Vintage Cherokee are the best, the right pair by Delia's are also an inexpensive option)


Throw Back Tennis Shoes (Adidas, Asics, Nike - they all do remakes of their 70's styles)



And now for a little added fun - I asked Stephanie of Even Cleveland to help us out with some outfit styling. She put together a look for the 70's Tomboy (think Farrah Fawcett on a skateboard):


Info for Stephanie outfit here.

Finally, here's my modern update on the 70's Campus look:


Top ($23.99), Skirt ($39.99) and Earrings ($13.99) from Mod Cloth, Chickadee Vintage Coach Bag ($22), Frye Campus Boot (278).

Summer Tote

I fell instantly head over heels for this Love, The Summer Of tote the second I spotted it on Hot Child in the City!


And with the blue VW bus in the background - C'mon! Love!

Now & Later: Ankle Boots

As the long days of summer start to shorten and Pre-Fall merchandise hits the stores, we're looking at how to get the most mileage out of your closet! Our next Now & Later revolves around the ever-covetable ankle boot. The ankle boot was a favorite last Fall and will undoubtedly make another big appearance this year.... But you don't have to wait for Fall, you can start wearing the ankle boot this Summer!

So, here is today's key item - No.6 Classic Biker ($345):


And some inspiration via the lovely Michelle Williams...


Wear it Now:


Wear it Later:


Dear Creatures Romper ($98), Topshop Necklace ($40), Dear Creatures Tote ($18.74), Sine Ruffle Jacket ($128), James Perse Tee ($50), APC Pocket Skirt ($90), Foxglove Earrings ($11.99).

Send Me A Postcard

After yesterday's Ask Camp Comfort post, I spent the whole day thinking of Paris... The hubby and I went once in 2002, so I am definitely due for a return visit (30th Birthday Surprise - Hint Hint)! Too bad moving is so damn expensive!!!

In the meantime, I'll have to settle for a postcard - Or a delightful leather envelope clutch!



Envelopes from Couventure via Design is Mine.

Ask Camp Comfort: A Day In Paris

Ahhhh... A summer day in Paris.... Sounds fantastic, doesn't it? Well, it's the topic for this week's Ask Camp Comfort inquiry! Reader Elise wrote in looking for the perfect outfit for a late-July day exploring Paris... Lucky Girl!

So many things to consider when picking an outfit for the ideal Paris day... Comfort for lots of walking, Style because it's Pairs of course, A Camera for some pretty snaps, and a versatile tote because you'll need something to carry all your lovely finds!


Topshop Check Playsuit ($80), LeSportsac Folding Tote ($88), Topshop Brogue ($90), Blackbird Camera ($119.99), Fred Flare Sunglasses ($11).

Enjoy your trip, Elise!

Spotted: Rolled Trousers

I love this look! But I have to say I have tried it a few times and I feel like I usually end up looking like a JCrew ad..... One day while sporting my rolled khakis and french-striped tee, the husband said he thought I was dressed like Meg Ryan! I mean, she's cute and all but that was NOT the look I was going for!

Here are two ladies doing the rolled-trouser look oh-so-well (and in a non-JCrew/Meg Ryan fashion):



If anyone has successfully pulled off this look, I'd love to hear your secret!

(photos via Copenhagen Street Style and Style Sightings)

Made For Me

Ok, these earrings were not actually made for me, but I am in love with these designs by Sulu! I am not the biggest jewelry wearer, so I love how these earrings are minimal and subtle while still adding a bit of spice to an outfit...




Lots more styles at the Sulu Etsy shop!

Now & Later: Floral Dress

Today we're starting a little series called Now & Later where we look at how to make one key item last several seasons. With many people on a tighter shopping budget it's important to make your wardrobe work for you. Late Summer/Pre-Fall is the perfect season to test this method of dressing for Now & Later. July may be warm and sunny but come August, Fall will begin to show it's cooler side!

So here is our first base item - The Floral Dress. A staple for the Summer now easily transitions into a Fall must-have:


Wear it Now:



Wear it Later:


Kimchi Blue Mini Grunge Dress ($58), Anthropologie Half Moon Hobo ($68), Maud Buckle Sandal ($169), Anthropologie Petite Pachyderm Posts ($24), JCrew Sunglasses ($250), AE Jean Jacket ($49.50), Valhalla Brooklyn Lynx Bag ($265), Matiko Oxford Wedge ($168).

Stay tuned for more Now & Later in the next couple weeks!