closet sale
Monday, November 24
It’s officially sale season—and some of the best ones, in my opinion, kicked off today (here, here, and here). But this day also marks my version of a closet sale, just with the blessed access of the internet: the pieces I’ve traveled with, worn on repeat, plus the chosen items Coco always tries to “borrow indefinitely” are now up for grabs at steep discounts, including (all below) the jeans I wear pretty much every day (that are now priced under $100!), my go-to ballet slippers, the Doen bandana blouse (actually so much discounted Doen), the Tory Burch dress bags and shoes (Staud boots also on sale!), my "Everything Shirt" by Sold Out NYC and studded belt (and jeans again!), these made-for-walking low-heeled Le Monde Beryl boots (that I wore non-stop in NYC), and this by Aligne barn coat (it looks suede!). Decadent yet on sale desirables I'd LOVE to add to my closet: this Givenchy LBD, this Isabel Marant trench, this Burberry fringed scarf jacket, this barn coat by The Great and this stunning Rabanne bag. P.S. The assortment of primo designer bags on sale on My Theresa is OH MY! Saks is also staging a robust sale (crazy amount of Chloe and Ulla Johnson). And, how can we skip Amazon and the plethora of no-brainer gifts?! Seriously, it would be silly not to shop today. Just saying...
a bit of baubles
Monday, November 24
I get asked almost every single day about my Adina Reyter necklaces — truly! People stop me to ask where they’re from, how I layer them, and I’m constantly getting compliments. I love mixing things up with different charms, pops of color, beads, and sparkle to constantly create fresh combinations. And right now they’re all on sale (20% off at checkout), which rarely happens (like, once a year). It’s such a good chance to invest in pieces you'll genuinely wear nonstop and keep forever. Here are some of my favorite stacks--including my stay-on lariat and charms (this, this, and this). There is limited inventory, just FYI! Shop the Black Friday sale here!
pre-game friday
Friday, November 21
People! In case you haven't noticed Black Friday has officially moved to the Friday before Thanksgiving. Read: TODAY! I’m calling it Pre-Game Friday. Perfect for warming up shopping muscles--and giving thanks for the deals ahead of tackling the feast! To save you scrolling time, here are some highlights: Amazon (duh) is deep into 20% off mode, which means early scores for my boys (this) along with Thanksgiving prep upgrades (this), and, oh, a little something for me (cool dupes, below). A Piece Apart is 30% off sitewide, which means the cutest, chicest knits, above and below (P.S. Procured BOTH!) Asos is also serving up almost ridiculous steals: like the tie-waist sweater for $42 (use the code LAYERS), this pinstripe coat and the funnel-neck long-line teddy (pictured). Then there's Margaux and Madewell (I'm sporting both, below). The Madewell black patent flats look very Alaia--but are 40% off-along with the straight-leg jeans I have in every shade and pretty much wear every day. Speaking of jeans, The Outnet has tons of denim at just over $100 bucks (yes, please). Pistola coming in hot with bestselling jeans on sale, too, with Aureum belts (up to 75% off!) and cuties (brown blouse, below) from Sandro to go with. Need a holiday party dress? Got you covered here. Personally, I'd like to wrap myself up in a wool Schoolhouse blanket (25% off), curl on the sofa (or down here) and shop this Pre-Game Friday before the holiday frenzy truly begins!
the shining
Thursday, November 20
A few sequins on a friend’s TWP shirt collar caught my eye earlier this week at a dinner party. It was a little thing (P.S. I own the same shirt in not one, but three colors!), but it sums up the season perfectly: shine where you can, add your sparkle, and never underestimate the power of a small, joyful detail. I love TWP's new holiday line-up, rife with feathers, sheer sexiness, and, yes, more sequins, and how these pieces are also genuinely easy to wear. Also noteworthy: Jacques Wei's sparkly (day to night) sweater, an outfit-punctuating necklace from Zara (just bought, bound to sell out by EOD), and Monica Vinader's flash sale bezel diamonds (so much here that's half off!).
pre-ski savings
Thursday, November 20
This morning a friend sent me a photo from Sun Valley, where snow is falling (9 inches blanketed the top of Baldy last night!) with an open invite to visit. It had me immediately taking stock of what I'd pack (this new fleece), how I'd stay stylishly warm--and reminded me that I need to replace my base layers ASAP. So the timing couldn’t be better, because I somehow ended up with an exclusive 30% off Early Access code for Anthropologie from 11/20–11/23, so I can snap up the cute leggings, above. Not trying to be dramatic, but it really is their biggest sale of the year, and this Early Access version is actually better than the public Cyber Sale that starts 11/24. Also if you spend $200+ you get $50 back on 12/11 to use for holiday gifting through 12/25. So, basically: if there’s something you’ve been eyeing or gifts you already have in mind, this window is the sweet spot to save. Below are a few favorites: the faux fur double-breasted Maeve jacket (which is scheduled to arrive on my doorstep tomorrow!), the reversible patent chore jacket and even some pretty bud vases for the Thanksgiving table! Use my code MARLIEN30, because it's good not to share!
blazing ahead
Wednesday, November 19
Showed up to a party last night unintentionally twinning with one of my best friends—same impeccably sharp-shouldered blazer, different color (sale options here and here). And honestly? Not a “who wore it best” moment, but a “great minds think alike” one. To me, matching silhouettes isn’t a fashion faux pas—it’s a sign we’re dialed into the same wavelength, gravitating toward what feels timeless, polished, and completely comfortable. And blazers were everywhere last night, but none of them were average. Think unexpected textures (like the embroidered velvet Rixo, above, or this borg Aligne, which I've been wearing non-stop), cinched waists (love this Cos with this J.Crew chain belt, similar to below, or this Aureum on super sale!, along with the charm-accented Roxanne Assoulin), clever cuts (see Cos and bow-trimmed Sandro and Tuckernuck, $148!, all below)—proof that the blazer boom is alive and thriving.
Photos: Shirey Quigley, Leandra Cohen
socked in
Wednesday, November 19
These boots nail the socks with pumps trend--with ease.
- Gabriela Hearst dress, $1596, theoutnet.com
- Jil Sander earring cuff set, $990, mytheresa.com
- Counter Tetrapeptide Serum, $73, counter.com
- Cos clutch, $179, cos.com
- Banana Republic ankle boots,
knit and tell
Tuesday, November 18
Like everyone else in LA, the rain had me completely off the rails. A strong storm and suddenly I’m dressing like I live in Iceland instead of a city where winter tops out at 50 degrees. But honestly? I loved every soggy second of it—because true sweater weather here is rare. So, of course, I wanted to change my sweater not once, not twice, but three times yesterday—just to take advantage of every chilly hour. Below, a few of the sweaters I was thrilled to finally unveil, including the Alex Mill men's stripes, the layered Cos (the high-neck is sooo good and toasty!) and embellished Zara—and a couple more I’m hoping the next wave of drizzle gives me an excuse to slip into: the layered Peche, this crochet Farm Rio, the funnel-neck CO and the belted Modern Citizen. Another sweater storm is poised to hit LA on Thursday, so be prepared! (P.S. I am busting out new statement belts too, pictured!)
knitty gritty
Tuesday, November 18
(Statement) sweater weather.
- Modern Citizen scarf neck wool sweater, $178, moderncitizen.com
- Citizens of Humanity leather skirt, $540, mytheresa.com
- Khaite gold-plated earrings, $990, mytheresa.com
- Mansur Gavriel elongated clutch, $795, mansurgavriel.com
- Sweed Lip Liner, $24, shopbop.com
- And Other Stories Tulip bag charm, $45, stories.com
- Schutz knee-high boots, $278, shopbop.com
lazy dressing
Monday, November 17
Confession: my holiday style strategy this year involves… doing less. Much less. As in one-and-done dressing—the kind where a single, standout piece does all the heavy lifting while I glide into the party looking like I tried (I didn’t). Because here’s the truth: the calendar is already packed and it's not even Thanksgiving yet, my energy is limited, and I refuse to spend 45 minutes negotiating with a sequin skirt that has its own agenda. My lackadaisical approach is surprisingly liberating. Instead of assembling a head-to-toe masterpiece, I just slip on one spectacular thing and let it do its thing. So yes, call it strategic minimalism or just seasonal survival. Either way, it's working for me, and I’ll be wearing the following rely-on-me pieces on repeat, merrily (and effortlessly) all season long: Heaven Mayhem's statement necklace, Sea's flowy sheer silk top and bow-trimmed pajama top (can you believe the cuteness?), The Reformation lace skirt and fancy pants, Tanya Taylor's feather-trimmed blouse and the big-time Prada, last pic. Above: Boden's fur-tipped coat (remove the fur collar and wear the coat indoors, duster style!)




























































