The Basic

jacket (Veda, Morton James Lexington), tee (Wilt, Morton James Lexington), denim (Paige c/o), booties (Joie c/o Morton James Lexington), bag (Michael Kors sod out, see SIMILAR GRAY, dying over this smaller VERSION OF MINE), necklace (Stella & Dot c/o), shades (Lacoste, see Similar), gloves (Similar)

In my opinion, no one does effortless chic better than one of my faves in town, Morton James.  The vibe of both of the store and its threads are an extension of the uber stylish (and insanely sweet and gorg) owner herself, Halie.  She is constantly serving it up with beauties and lovely basics such as this jacket and booties (Veda & Joie respectively).  Denim, holiday dresses, leathers....MJ has you covered.  Lexingtonians be sure to swing on in and out of towners, don't fret, they'll ship out of town!

So admittedly, I've been living under a rock because I had no clue today was considered Green Monday!?!?  Basically, it's a poor man's Cyber Monday but who the hell cares because there are deals a plenty!  So here's what I did, I'm digging the new markdowns at Nordstrom (think Over the Knees, Totes, and this adorable VEIL BEANIE), C. Wonder under $20 Gifts (Monogram Dish, xoxo, Buffalo), and finally Factory at 40-60% OFF (Coat, Peter Pan, & Plaid)---Sooo, I've listed them all out below by store and sprinkled in a few affordable leather alternatives to mine above (HERE, HERE, & HERE).  Not to bring the heat but we've only got 2.5 weeks left until St Nick comes (that's so insane it's flown by so quickly)--so no better time than the present to nab some solid sale gifts!  Alright gang, cheers to a wonderful (GREEN) Monday---make it a good one!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem