Saturday Styles: Things I've Bought & Styled Recently

No. 01 - September staples

Hi there! Welcome to Saturday Styles, your weekly guide to practical, relevant, and sleek product recommendations. Here are my top picks this week based on what I’ve been loving for my clients and my closet.

WEEKEND AROUND TOWN BAG

A newly released mini edition of the classic New Englander prep boat and tote bag. I ordered this style in red with “LKS” on the front. I love it so much I bought one for my best friend for her birthday. It holds my passport sized wallet, keys, a water bottle, and all the small necessities. It’s my grab-and-go for the weekends when I’m running errands and going to group fitness classes. L.L. Bean, $32.95 with monogramming.

POCKET PRECISION

This tool saved my day! Last week at my TEDx talk, I planned to wear a bodysuit underneath my blazer, but when I was in the dressing room backstage for our early photo call, I put my suit on and realized that with the bright lights, the lines of my bodysuit were visible in my trousers. The bodysuit was made of scuba material, so its thickness stood out. Thankfully, one of my fellow speakers had this tool on hand, and I cut off the bottom of the bodysuit — the scissors were like precision fabric shears. Needless to say, I now own my own Leatherman, Keychain Multi-Tool, $49.95.

BEST BOOT FOR THE PRICE

I own the classic 50/50s from Stuart Weitzman and repeatedly break them out each season. I’ve had them for ten years, and I have the cobbler condition them every other year. But they’re starting to show wear at the elastic part at the top. Whether you’re replacing or buying a knee-high boot for the first time this season, these are excellent option to incorporate into your basics—bonus, they’re waterproof! Blondo, Black Suede Waterproof Velma Boots, $230.

SUITING’S NEW STANDARD

A few weeks ago, I called out the coming suiting renaissance. We’ve already been seeing and incorporating more classic elements into our wardrobes thanks to previous quiet luxury love by the masses. But suiting at the end of the day should work for you, your lifestyle, and your preferences. For my TEDx talk, I opted to wear this powder blue power suit because it made me feel polished and confident. Suiting is universal, so it works in many settings. Thankfully, suiting continues to get an upgrade in womenswear, like this set from Argent, Double-Breasted Blazer, $495 + Jones Trouser, $295.

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UPGRADE YOUR PHONE CASE

Forget getting the new iPhone; just update the case instead. My BFF has this case on her phone, and I just ordered one in black on black with LKS monogrammed to copy her. I can’t wait to swap out my case for the fall season. That sounds absurd, but changing phone cases is like swapping out pillows in your living room for the season or holidays. It’s low-budget with high impact. Etsy, Customized Phone Case, $26.73.

Stay stylish, and catch you next Saturday!

x Laura