Trapper Hats, Uptown Octogenarians and How to Find Your Passion
by safura on December 10, 2009
in accessories, hats
WHAT:
Hi Ladies! I don’t know about you all, but I like to think of myself as a Downtown Girl. Rarely do I venture above 34th street. I mean, what’s up there anyway besides herds of slow moving, camera-slinging tourists, swarms of baby strollers and snot-nosed kids, and stuffy, pearl encrusted old ladies? I like my fellow pedestrians hot, trendy, and, um…not on medicaid. This does not mean, however, that I am opposed to occasionally borrowing a little old-school swag from an Uptown octogenarian. Case in point: this season’s ubiquitous trapper hat.
Topshop $36
Like the newsboy cap, Fedora, and beret before it, the trapper hat has become a winter classic. While mine may not be lined with mink, I still plan on snagging one of these cozy, ear-flapped caps before the season is out. I especially like the all-faux-fur versions, which, I noticed on the subway today, really add some pizzazz to a boring overcoat.
WHERE:
Free People $38
Shopbop $98
ASOS $43
Topshop $44
ASOS $14
Topshop $32
HOW:
Well, folks…it’s a hat. You can wear it with a dressy overcoat if it’s of the fur or faux-fur breed. Otherwise, throw it on with something more casual. Oh yeah–and careful with earrings…they tend to get caught!
EASY-LIVING TIP:
Many of you know that I’ve been summarizing Norman Vincent Peale’s book, The Power of Positive Thinking over the course of the last few posts. Unfortunately, I left my book out of town, so I will have to diverge today and continue next time. Instead, I would like to refer you to one of my absolute favorite blogs, Zenhabits. The post I’m linking to is called “The Short but Powerful Guide to Finding Your Passion.” If you’re stuck in a job you hate and are just grinding your gears, this will help you stop making excuses and start making a living…from something you love. Enjoy!
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