Who’s ready for a new style formula post? Well hopefully you are!
Today, I’ve put together four minimal, sophisticated and totally functional ways to wear Blundstones or any other black boots you may have. Join me for a quick look at how one formula can create four totally unique & cozy fall outfits!
What’s this “outfit formula” you speak of?
Great question!
An outfit formula is similar to a recipe in that it consists of a few common categories (ie: ingredients) in your closet that can be used to build an outfit.
For instance, a summer outfit formula would be something like:
Midi Length Dress + Block Heel Sandals + Hat + Basket Bag
Plus, outfit formula’s can be a great way to test out a new piece for versatility!
Lots of folks I’ve heard from love this technique and it takes almost no time to try out. If you do give it a go, let me know what you think!
Quick note on Blundstones
I cover all my thoughts on the Blundstones I have in my Blundstone Review + Styling Ideas post. So check that out for fit notes and other details.
WHERE TO FIND BLUNDSTONES:
- BLUNDSTONE
- ALTITUDE SPORTS
- AMAZON (Canada)
- NORDSTROM
- ZAPPOS (US)
Another great Canadian footwear brand to explore is MAGUIRE and you’ll find lots more where those came from in the Winter Boot Directory.
TODAY’S FORMULA
BLUNDSTONE BOOTS + STRAIGHT/WIDE LEG JEANS + TURTLENECK + COAT/SWEATER + CROSSBODY BAG
I’ve been wearing this formula for a couple of years now without even really realizing it. It’s certainly not revolutionary but it’s one that can be recreated in most closets. Of course, you don’t need a pair of Blundstone Boots for it to work. You can try this formula with any sort of black ankle boot you have.
Now onto the results of this today’s style formula!
LOOK 1
An easy way to elevate a more utilitarian item like Blundstones, is to go for a quintessentially chic colour palette, like camel and black. Then, by keeping each element simple and streamlined the entire look feels refined.
In this case I went for a relaxed fit cashmere turtleneck in a wheat colour topped with a classic camel coat for some tonal dimension. True black jeans and a black belt offer a nice bit of contrast and a minimal cross-body bag in a chestnut brown ties it all together!
CAMEL COAT | THE CURATED
WHEAT CASHMERE TURTLENECK | THE CURATED | Wearing a Small.
BLACK LEATHER BELT | MADEWELL | I wear an XS.
BLACK STRAIGHT LEG JEANS* | N/A
DRESS BOOT IN RUSTIC BLACK | BLUNDSTONE
SARAH BAG | A.P.C.
LOOK 2
Another quick way to balance the ‘toughness’ of a pair of boots is to pair them with white denim. White jeans work with everything and instantly freshen up an outfit.
In this case I pulled out a very old oversize black tunic sweater (which is still available amazingly) to offset the brightness of the jeans. Then a vintage houndstooth coat was an easy answer to tie the look together. If I was headed back to the UK anytime soon, this look would be coming with me for sure!
HOUNDSTOOTH COAT* | VINTAGE
BLACK TURTLENECK SWEATER | HOPE | I wear a Small.
WHITE STRAIGHT LEG JEANS* | EVERLANE | I wear a 26.
DRESS BOOT IN RUSTIC BLACK | BLUNDSTONE
SARAH BAG
LOOK 3
Oh goodness am I happy this outfit came together! I’d been unsure about whether Kamm pants would work with Blundstones but seeing them in this context all doubts have been quelled. Just more proof that you can’t knock an outfit until you try it!
Whenever the majority of the elements in a look are voluminous (ie: my pants and sweater) I like to balance it out with a fitted piece. In this case, my white turtleneck serves that purpose. Another small element I love in this look is how the white button on the pants and just the cuff of turtleneck sleeves peek out under the cardigan. This helps the bright whiteness of the turtleneck feel more cohesive and less stark.
CHUNKY CARDIGAN sold out | BARE KNITWEAR
WHITE TURTLENECK | EVERLANE | True to size.
SAILOR PANT AMERICAN DENIM | JESSE KAMM | True to size.
DRESS BOOT IN RUSTIC BLACK | BLUNDSTONE
SARAH BAG | A.P.C.
LOOK 4
And last but not least, an easy-going, everyday sort of outfit. A striped turtleneck with vintage Levi’s is a forever classic base that’s great to build on.
In this case, a minimal, long, open-front cardigan does the heavy lifting when it comes to giving the look some refinement. This deep black top layer visually draws out the stripes and my go-to cross-body bag adds just a touch of warmth.
BLACK CARDIGAN | sold out NORDSTROM
STRIPED TURTLENECK | TRADLANDS | Sold out
JEANS | vintage LEVI’S
DRESS BOOT IN RUSTIC BLACK | BLUNDSTONE
SARAH BAG | A.P.C.
WHICH ONE WOULD YOU WEAR?
