Aw thanks so much ladies! I was surprised at how good I felt in this outfit, despite wearing my least favorite style of shoe. I'm sooo thrilled to have found a sneaker that actually makes me feel happy to wear! They're about as comfortable as any other flat shoe is for me, which is only moderately, but that's perfectly fine. Don't think I'll be adding to the weekend capsule though, I'd like to keep these clean and fresh looking. So just the chambray Vans in the capsule, which is enough for now.
Gigi, exactly! While I greatly value an interesting outfit, I also try to make it so the focus still draws the eyes up to my face. Vertical lines are nice (which is what the bookending nets us), but they are more of a secondary focus for me. I'm fairly outgoing, so in person I don't think it's much of an issue
Gracie, the sneakers are certainly not conventionally chunky, hence the "chunky", but believe me -- for me that sole is quite chunky!
Mo, oh how fun! I bet those would be a great luxe slip-on for your current black/white graphic kick ^^
Firecracker, the sweater body is a creamy tan and the sleeves a true cream.
Neel, your nails look super! I don't see lumpy at all, and most people who look at your nails won't either so I wouldn't worry about it too much
Merwoman, OOOH. Playful is a great thing for me to keep in mind with sportier looks, I think that's what I need to aim for in sporty outfits: a dose of luxe, a dose of pretty, and a dose of playful. Thank you!!