I’ve been seeing a few of these round-ups around the internets, and figured I would jump on board, since it’s fun to look back on the year and see which purchases were well worth it, and will continue to be used into 2019. It’s always tough when you buy something to know if it will become a quick favorite, so I’m here to share some of mine with you and make your life a bit easier! 🙂 Here’s my top 10, in no particular order! I tried to pick items that are all still available!
1 – Madewell 10 inch high-rise jeans: These are by far my most used, number one buy of 2018. I own them in basically every wash created, including the black carbondale wash and the Hayes Wash. For size reference, I order a 26 Tall, and I am almost 5 ft 8. I don’t think the Tall is 100% necessary, but I find that the rise is a tiny bit higher on the tall, and I love me some high rise jeans. Most times you see me in jeans, I am wearing these, unless I am in my Levi’s, or my Lucky Denim. I am a denim loyalist!
2 – Top knot headband: As I am sure you all know by now, my signature topknot headband is by far one of my most used purchases of 2018 (it may have even been from 2017). It comes in tons of different colors, so if mustard isn’t your thing, there’s other options. I also recently splurged on this one, which I also love.
3 – Koben Bootie – These brown pointed booties from Lucky Brand quickly turned into one of my all-time favorite shoes. I brought them with me to Peru recently, and they work perfectly styled with jeans, dresses, or skirts. The pointed toe is so flattering, and the color is so vivid. They will definitely be sticking around for 2019!
4 – Blake Cardigan – I am not kidding when I say that you need this cardigan in every color. It is my absolute favorite year in and year out, and I own it in mustard yellow, grey, orange and am about to purchase it in an oxblood red. It styles so cute with dresses, skirts, jeans, ANY style. It’s so warm, and works in all seasons of the year. Do I have you convinced yet?
5 – Slim Cord Overalls – These overalls have quickly become one of my go-tos. I love that they come in a variety of colors, and have two other colors on the way. When I find something I like, I tend to stick with it!
6 – Long Line Cord Jacket – I can’t believe this cord jacket is still available, but I am so happy it is because it is my FAVORITE. I love the length of it, and the brown cord color is perfectttt. I wore it styled tons of different ways in winter and spring of 2018!
7 – Madewell Overalls – I guess I am an overalls junkie, but these overalls were a staple in 2018 (and 2017, and 2016!) and I know I’ll keep wearing them into this year. They are stretchy, and even worked for me during my pregnancy up until around 20 weeks. I love how slim the ankles are, and how they look styled with both flats and booties!
8 – Prada Cahier Moon & Stars bag – This was my largest splurge of 2018, and it felt almost surreal when it showed up for me! I was so proud of being able to save up for it. I treat it like my little treasure, haha. But it was honestly so worth it, and I get so much use out of it – for weddings, special events, or fun lunch dates or meetings in the city. I couldn’t find one to link in the size I have, but I linked a smaller size that is a bit more affordable.
9 – Faux Shearling Coat –Â I wasn’t super sure of this coat when I first received it in the mail, and I even put up a poll asking if I should keep it or not, but I started to wear it, and A LOT. It’s very cozy, and I love the oversized look of it. It’s actually on sale now too!
10 – Marc Fisher Pointed Ankle Boot – The shape of this shoe is out of this universe. I want to rebuy it year after year because I am convinced it doesn’t get any better than this. These are my staple brown booties, and they’re perfectly pointed!
There you have it! I hope this post was helpful in sharing my very favorite pieces from this past year!