A few years ago, Burberry released these black equestrian rain boots that my preppy heart fell in love with. I wasn't able to track down any in my size, so simply resolved to keep my eyes peeled for dupes. When I came across the Banana Republic version, I couldn't help but be excited that my search could potentially be coming to an end! I say "potentially" because I'm picky about the fit of rain boots. Now that I've experienced the perfect fit with Hunter Tour rain boots, I just can't go back to shorter and wider boots.

The BR boots turned out to be perfect in person. They are TTS, the same height as my Hunter Tours, and are snug against my small calves -- I'm wearing my usual tall boot socks over jeans and there is not much of a gap. The buckles are what initially sold me on the boots, but I have to say they are a bit disappointing in person. The straps have a tendency to uncross, whereas I'd prefer if they remain criss-crossed. I've yet to explore solutions, but have a couple in mind that I plan to try (double sided tape, tighten the buckle), so fingers crossed on that front.

Two fleece outfits in the span of one week? You can now add fleece to my list of obsessions for this year along with the color green. Unlike the first look, today's is appropriate for weekends and casual Fridays at the office. I wore the blanket scarf mainly for added visual interest, but without still looks just as put-together.

I figured my backpack days were long behind me after school ended. Years passed, gray hairs sprouted, wrinkles formed, and I here am again back to toting a backpack. It looked so fabulous on my friend A that I had to get one for myself!

2017's first snowfall did not disappoint -- light and fluffy without the mess of a morning commute. It really was a gorgeous sight to wake up to. This is the type of snow that I wish we got more often. Now I'm regretting not lingering longer...! Work could wait after all.

I've been on a navy kick. A color that's not quite black, but just as easy to wear, imo. One of my favorite purchases this winter has been this LOFT chunky turtleneck sweater. Paired with an navy peacoat, I've been having lots of fun with "different" looks by changing up the accessories.