I've never picked up a pair of knitting needles but when the weather starts to chill and all of the trees have gone bare it seems like the perfect way to waste away a few of those extra hours of darkness in the evening. Sweater weather is upon us and a made-to-fit turtleneck just might be the thing we're all missing. My sweet and talented friend, Sleepy Fox Photography, is making the transition to film photography and I love how moody and wintery the graininess of these images is.

styling & art direction: Chelsea & The City
photography & backdrop: Sleepy Fox Photography
makeup: Lorraine Henderson
model: Amber Harris
(socks & jeans: model's own)

trench: zara (on sale!) | bodysuit: bradamant c/o | skirt: j.crew | boots: zara (old) | necklace: altr'd state

Last week the South got the prettiest dusting of snow (let's forget about being stuck in the house for days, frozen roads, bank closures and just focus on the pretty...) and there were something about the blank canvas that inspired me to bring a few winter whites out of my closet. A classic white shirt is one of the most important wardrobe staples and it's also the one I've had the hardest time nailing down. This blousy version (fittingly called "The Visionary" by the Bradamant team) has a throwback feel with sleeves reminiscent of the seventies and a luxe weightlessness. When Bradamant invited me to try one of their stunning bodysuits (perfect for slipping into skirts without extra fabric or chasing around a toddler without fear of coming un-tucked) I jumped at the chance to fill the gap in my wardrobe. I'm dying to add the Director (a classic button-up) and the Coquette (the perfect sweater) next!

This post is a partnership with Bradamant, a splendid work wear company aimed to empower you with bodysuits. All opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make Chelsea & The City happen!

There's a special formula that Jenna Lyons adheres to: anything goes. Stripes with floral and chevron? Do it. Barely there mini skirts and larger than life knit scarves? Made for each other. Masculine silhouettes with the sweetest accessories? Genius! The thing I can always count on from the newest crop of J.Crew looks is this: I can pick up anything from the collection and work it into my wardrobe... I need not worry about matching or coordinating because it's all in the mix.

images via here + here