In my search to find new jeans I noticed a lot of flares and bell bottoms at Barneys New York, Shopbop and other stores. I kept a pair of True Religion flare jeans and the bells were not even as large as I thought. So today I got a new pair of jeans (from my own closet), and put on my version of Ugg Boots. These mid-calf pull-on boots are Cole Haan haircalf wedges that keep my feet really high, dry and warm in winter snow.
Jacket: Wyeth By Todd McGill Tweed Jacket, no longer available. This Elizabeth and James Sue Blazer, $495 has similar colors. Or invest in this Lanvin Tweed Jacket, $3160 that you can wear forever.
Sweater: Design History Black Cashmere Ribbed Turtleneck Tunic, now $143.65
Jeans: True Religion from 7 years ago, no longer available. Find these similar True Religion Jeans Becky Mixed Hardware Bootcut in Vera Cruz Wash, $272 or Current/Elliott The Lowbell Jeans, $252
Boots: Cole Haan Haircalf Wedges, no longer available. These furry Tory Burch Kiki Wedge Boots, now $197.50, will keep you warm and fit under your bell-bottoms!
Handbag: Ray Augousti Haircalf and Leather Shoulder Bag, no longer available. This Derek Lam Tatum Print Haircalf Shoulder Bag, has a lot of wonderful texture and a great shape and is now $657.
—Carol Calacci
Photos: Barry Weiss
Carol, the Lanvin Tweed Jacket has got to be the Ultimate alternative! Ouch what a bargain! Definitely a Forever piece!