Create28: Plaid for Days

Who doesn't love a plaid shirt?!  Especially a good plaid shirt.  Do you know what I mean?  There are lots and lots of plaid shirts out there but over the past year-or-so, I found myself struggling to find the perfect plaid shirt.  I wanted something thick and warm, a shirt that wouldn't gape at the buttons, and something in a nice classic color pallet (you know, nothing with a sparkly pink stripe running through it...not that there's anything wrong with pink sparkles).

Cue L.L.Bean, the haven for classic and durable pieces!  I've found myself eyeing so many of their timeless looks lately and credit them with creating the perfect plaid top!  This shirt has all of the above-mentioned qualities.  And I just have to add how very soft and warm it is.  Plus it comes in bunches of great color combinations!  I chose Grey Steward but already have a few of the others on my wish list.  Because, you know, plaid for days is the way to go!

How have you been wearing plaid this winter?  Make sure to show us on Instagram (#create28winter17)!

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What does the fox say?

Comfy and cozy?  A cute fox wearing pink glasses?  What's not to love about this sweater?!?

Clothing featuring animals are definitely in style this fall.  When Old Navy had a 50% off one item sale a few weeks ago, I knew that this sweater would be a fun and trendy addition to my closet.  I have to give a little "thank you" shout out to my dad who bought the sweater for me while he was visiting for a long weekend!

I'm linking-up with Caitlin at Greater Than Rubies for a sweater Remix, Rewear, Restyle challenge!

I think that this sweater has enough character to wear alone but is also a fun layering piece.  I was excited that my pink-toned gingham shirt really made the fox's glasses pop.  I'm also looking forward to wearing a chambray shirt underneath.

I wore this outfit on a pumpkin-picking, cider-drinking, donut-eating adventure!  I added my new vest for an extra layer of warmth.  The vest has a really great tweed texture and is super cozy.  It is definitely puffy, though, so I think it works best as an outdoor layer as opposed to an indoor accessory.

By the way, have you seen this video?  My high school students are all a-buzz about it and, consequently, I can't get it out of my head while I'm wearing this sweater!

What I'm Wearing:

• Sweater: Old Navy (exact) <--No more fox sweaters, but they have birds, dogs and owls!
• Shirt: Old Navy (similar, similar)
• Pants: Gap (exact)
• Booties: Old Navy (exact)
• Vest: Old Navy (exact)

P.S.  I didn't intend for this to become an "I heart Old Navy" post, but I guess I really do love Old Navy!