Cozy in Stripes

by Rachel McCarthy
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An oversized black and white sweater. This fall, I’ve been all about the oversized sweaters. There is nothing more warm and cozy than an oversized sweater and when the temperatures dropped yesterday, this was the perfect comfy sweater to reach for.

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Sweater: BP. via Nordstrom {oversized fit, under $50!} | Leggings: old {similar style HERE} | Bag: Chanel {similar style HERE} | Boots: Topshop, last season {leather version HERE} | Watch: MICHELE | Sunglasses: Ray-Ban | Lips: #195 & cabernet
I bought THIS sweater last month and have been dying for the chance to wear it. I love pairing it with faux leather leggings and ankle booties for a dressed up look. And with the holiday season just around the corner, the addition of the red lipstick makes you festive and holiday party ready. 

As for the sizing of this sweater, it’s definitely oversized. I went with a size medium {my usual size} because the description said it was “true to size”. When I first tried it on, I was shocked at how huge it was. I typically stick with my size {or even size up} when I purchase pieces from Nordstrom’s BP. department. I could have probably sized down to a small, but I liked the oversized, comfy look and I was afraid going down a size would make it too short for leggings — I’m 5’8 for reference. 

Speaking of leggings, these faux leather panel leggings are old and I’ve been looking for a pair of full faux leather leggings to give these a break. I ordered THESE online and they run SO small! To the point that I don’t think half of my leg could have fit in them! So I’m still searching for that perfect pair. Have you had any luck? I did link a similar pair above that has the faux leather in the front. 

I hope you all have a wonderful short week before Thanksgiving. Check back tomorrow as I am sharing a Thanksgiving cocktail, courtesy of my husband, just in time for the holiday. Happy Monday, friends!
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21 thoughts on “Cozy in Stripes”

  10. Rachel, not only are you cozy, but CUTE as can be!! Get this, I ordered some faux leggings from Target of all places and they feel great but I haven't tried them on yet. I agree, so hard to find a pair that we like! I hope you have a great start to your Thanksgiving week!

  11. You look stunning, Rachel! I love this edgier outfit on you, along with a bold red lip! Gorgeous!
    You look fabulous, cozy and comfortable. Which is key, in my book. Hope you have a wonderful Monday, sweet friend!
    xo, Lily
    Beauty With Lily

  16. I fell in love with those boots the moment I laid eyes on them on IG, they are gorgeous! I love the way they look with the faux leather leggings and that cute striped sweater. I've had the same experience with Nordstrom, I think they're size calculator is off because it's told me true to size or runs small and it never proves true and sometimes the reviews don't help. Luckily this sweater looks good as oversized, giving off a very chic, yet cozy vibe and since you've explained the sizing, it gives your readers a better idea for what to select depending on what they're going for. Perfect example as to why blogs are much better to reference than sites sometimes. Thanks so much for sharing, beautiful, and I hope you're having the best start to your week so far!

    XO,

    Jalisa
    http://www.thestylecontour.com

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