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Late fall roundup & running gear

Kari

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A roundup of what I wore for various occasions:

1-2: Meeting family for an awesome wine club release party. Dark resin jeans with side zip, black mesh dress over a black camisole, black gilet, rose gold collar necklace, royal blue and emerald velvet pumps

3-4: For a ballet performance. Burgundy ponte sheath with asymmetrical neckline, floral burnout velvet duster (mustard with burgundy and purple florals), glass and rose gold pendant, gold envelope clutch, rose gold wedges

5-6: For a family wedding. Teal crepe and satin shift, black glass and gold metal/thread necklaces, royal blue and emerald pumps, gold envelope clutch

7-9: Casual wear with a really awesome wildcard for me: an incredibly soft, high quality olive hoodie from Universal Standard (one of two pieces using a discount coupon.) Wore with dark resin of grey jeans, and under an olive moto or black leather jacket with pewter oxfords.

10-12: For a family party. The second purchase using a discount coupon. A blue cupro tee (tee used loosely because it’s an incredibly luxe fabric.) Worn with black ponte pants, gold mules, denim jacket.

13-15: A friend offered an extra ticket for a really fun theater performance. Emerald satin “Geneva” dress with asymmetrical hem, satin black bomber, royal blue and emerald pumps, black leggings, gold envelope clutch, black glass beaded necklace.

16-23: What I’m really spending most of my time in when not in loungewear: running (or walking/hiking/yoga) gear.

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Helena

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Fab Kari! Are you training for something, or just running for fun and fitness?

You wear colour with the best of them and have such a classical vibe with a modern twist.

Kari

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At the moment, just keeping up on my base training/ running mileage to maintain where I am. I am waiting until I have a bigger budget before I register for more in-person events, but I have two virtual half marathons that I’d really like to earn (if possible, in December.)

I ran my first half in June and loved it. I do 5ks a couple days a week and longer runs on the weekend (from 4-10 miles.) I got bit by the running bug a LOT this year, did a marathon relay with friends, and I want to do more!

I just jumped over to your thread on off topic about running to add some thoughts and suggestions.

Kari

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Thank you! I think part of the reason I’ve fangirled so hard over Universal Standard (in addition to loving the fit and quality) is that it’s really helped me lean into the MODERN part of modern classic. I’m having SO much fun getting dressed now.

Suz

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Fun outfits, Kari -- both the fashion and the running gear ones! It looks as if you are having a great time getting dressed for all your activities. Especially love 1, 3, 5, 12.

slim cat

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It looks like you are in Seattle ( or your tank-top in pick#23 is ) - love bright colors on you! Personal fav are #1-4. In truth all outfits look great - fit and style are fab!

Kari

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Thanks!

Slim Cat, I am! That tee (sleeves rolled up as easier to run with) is from Ratapalooza, our local rat show.

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Runcarla

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Let me repeat what’s been said before - you should model for Universal Standard. Heck! I think you should BE a model! Congratulations on embracing the fitness lifestyle, too.

PS: I wish you were here to go specs shopping with me. You’ve got the BEST specs collection...

Windchime

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I had a hard leaving your first outfit to look at the others—it is SO elegant and fab! I’m glad you included the closeup of your specs, too—they are gorgeous on you!

Kari

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Runcarla, you are so sweet. Thank you.

I actually saw they did a model call locally earlier this year, but sadly I’m too short for their criteria. (They were not calling for petite models. I’m 5’5” but I was still below their minimum height for non-petites.)

They have a fabulously diverse group of models, though!

I wish I could spirit you to Seattle for specs shopping. We are spoiled with a lot of choice in boutiques, even for folks like me with very wide faces.

I should add that I have a new pair coming (this time from Warby Parker, as I’ve found a great pair of clear honey-gold tinted specs that I’ve been considering all year) and recently tried on some more expensive boutique specs. I want to take advantage of a generous vision hardware allowance before end of the year.

These are 3 almost but not quite specs. I am judging them compared to what I already have.

I LOVE #1 and would get them if I didn’t already have both teal/fuchsia and purple/blue titanium specs. They are just too similar to what I have.
#2 is ALMOST there but too heavy at the temples.
#3 is FUN but takes over my face. I want my glasses to draw attention to my face but not BE the only focus. If they were not solid turquoise but had a contrasting lighter color - like white inside - it would add some dimension and lightness.

I like looking for specs. I will probably make this part of its own post once my new pair arrives and I can show them to you.

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Runcarla

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Hah! Kari - I tried a pair similar to your #2!

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Jaime

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Kari what a totally fabulous set of pictures. You put together colorful and interesting outfits that still look elegant and sophisticated and your jogging pictures are just so cool! Inspo for everything from statement necklaces to statement gear!

AJ

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What Shevia said! So many FAB outfits! Fun set of exercise wear too and kudos to your photographer for the great action shots!

Barbara Diane

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I love your style. But the best part is that you look so happy in your outfits.

Sal

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You really look sensational. 1 5 6 10-12 are all amazing! And all the gear pics.

I did a half recently and found it a real battle- I got an injury two weeks out and thought I could run anyway. It was very disappointing!!

You really suits all these looks and your smile is infectious.

Kari

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Thanks!

And AJ, I’m chuckling over your kudos. My iPhone thanks you while berating me for not being as careful as I ought with a pricey phone. Aside from photos at races with a photographer, my running shots involve (while on a walk interval or a warmup or cooldown) encountering something like a fence or a sign with a base and a ledge, turning on 10 sec timer, balance phone and hope it doesn’t fall, run at it, and see if anything works out. LOTS more bloopers where I’m not in frame at all than successful shots. It’s worth a laugh!

Kari

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And Sal, I’m so sorry that you were injured and had a rough experience. That’s so hard and disappointing after so much training.

I nearly had a similar experience. I got sick just before my taper was due to start, then allergy season started, asthma flared up, and I was throwing up when I’d try to run because pollen was so high. I nearly dropped down to a lesser distance and was scared because up until days before the race, my taper that was supposed to have many low mileage runs had almost NO running or activity.

Fortunately I recovered and pollens dropped a bit RIGHT before race day, and the months of training left me very well prepared. But it was iffy, and it’s hard, and having an injury would be such a letdown when you are planning for a run that is like your injury-free practice sessions.

kkards

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i was so distracted by your FAB hair, that i had to go thru the pictures again to actually see what you were wearing! all great, but my fav is the ballet outfit...and i like how it pattern mixes with painting in the backround

Stagiaire Fash

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Fantastic, all of them. I hope your gear makes you feel strong and capable. You look great.

Kari

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Hah! Thank you.

The ombré hair was totally accidental. I was between at-home dye touch-ups in September and the lower part of my hair that was salon colored in April retains color (the part that is pink) and the scalp that’s only had direct dye on it (no developer) is oily and too smooth/closed hair follicle to pick up color. Just as I started feeling embarrassed to run around with goofy hair and thinking I really ought to retouch it, I started getting compliments from strangers about it. It has been so funny. I didn’t think of my two toned faded locks as fashionable but I guess it looked like I did it on purpose, so I kept rocking the fade!

FashIntern, thanks - it does indeed. I went into running a year ago really trying to recover strength and endurance that I had lost over years, and trying to see if I could love running. I found both of those things in spades. I’m hooked.

Bijou

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Kari - everything about this post is fabulous - the fashion and sport inspiration! You have never looked better and it is such a treat to see what gorgeous clothes, shoes and specs you are wearing.

Laura

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This array of photos is so gorgeous in every way and I feel like I not only got to know what you’ve been wearing but got a little glimpse into your daily life, too! The emerald Geneva dress with the pumps is stunning and honestly, every outfit is amazing and well styled.

Anonymous

Great to see you here , Kari. You have such strong innate style, and your outfits are a visual treat. The photos of you running are also so inspiring and uplifting - I know running is not always easy and fun, but you sure look joyous!

Angie

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You look better than ever! KILLER style, love Lucy, and good job staying active.

Marmee

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Great outfits, and I especially love the running pictures. We missed you at the brunch earlier this month!