Back to Basics: Trench Coat

Well, it's time to wrap up the Back to Basics, and what better way to do so than with the perfect wrap piece: the trench coat. I love love love a trench coat. Living in a moderate winter climate, like central Texas, one doesn't need much more than a quality trench to stay warm on most "winter days". It's kind of a dream (but let's not talk about summer right now).

I love the look of a trench with a dress and heels. I had to challenge myself a little to pair a trench with pants, I don't know exactly why, but it's just not a look I go for. However, this pair of crazy canary yellow pants are such a standout piece, they really stand out with the look of the trench. Canary yellow jeans, y'all. I mean, I adore colored denim, but whether my fanny can handle yellow.

Have you guys noticed that I'm into black & white patterned dresses? Nah, me neither. Okay, maybe I'm a little obsessed... really, with everything in this second look. My life would be at least 27.8% better if I owned this neon pink purse from Cambridge Satchel Company *cough*birthdayiscomingup*cough*. Just so you know.