Paint it Black

Without realizing it, I stepped outside in giant, oversize layers. I guess when it’s cold out, THE BIGGER THE BETTER. I can wear this Joie coat over just about anything! I covet this label as it’s bohemian and classic all at the same time. Not to mention, it’s oh-so-perfect for just about anything and everything. Here I am snapped early one morning during a weekend in Philly. What I love about weekends is the fact that I don’t have to dress for anyone…not for castings, not for work, not for events. And they’re normally the clothes I love most. For weekends like these, I always just grab whatever I see first and stuff them into a small carry-on bag. Messy, thrown together looks just kind of happen. Here I went a bit gothandidontgiveashit by throwing on a cropped knitted sweater, a very sheer black maxi skirt, along with a great pair of nubby tights complete with my favorite scruffy boots. Phewww, layering is well, exhausting, especially when you want to write about it. But as I’m home for the holidays in LA, you’ll find me in quite the opposite. Lightweight cardigans and big floppy hats are dominating my wardrobe at the moment (THANK YOU WEST COAST WEATHER) and I’m loving how everything just did one big flip flop. Coming up? A little bit more sunshine and color.

Follow Natalie Off Duty

Popular Videos

See All Videos

Rustic Hills

(MiH Jeans tunic, Mango leather jacket, Volcom Brand jeans, Vintage Versace bag, Dolce Vita from Dear Fieldbinder boots)

Whenever I’m home, I always make sure to hike up in the Palisades to my favorite spot, Will Rogers Park. With it’s open fields of green grass and endless rows of trees, it’s really a California dreamland. Just being outdoors feels amazing. I don’t think I’ve gotten this much sun exposure in a while! The rustic, western setting and beautiful ocean views at the top of the hills get me inspired every time I make the hike. Wearing a worn-in denim tunic, some of my favorite Volcom jeans, and a beanie thrown on last minute, I nuzzled up to horses and ran around the yard foolishly with my arms spread out (pretty refreshing). By the way, I’m totally crushing on beanies and I don’t know why I haven’t brought them back with me to NYC. They are for sure on my “things to-pack” list. For now, I’m soaking in the SoCal sunshine and enjoying every minute of it.

Follow Natalie Off Duty

On my Tiptoes

(Free People jumper and faux leather vest, Carol Marie necklaces)

I decided to tiptoe my way through the Free People offices in a giant, green jumper. It’s kind of the perfect look for aimlessly lounging around with no intention of doing anything. This adorable one piece could easily pass as a maxi dress, until of course, you spread eagle, and boom, you’ve got yourself a pair of PANTS. Extremely comfy, it’s also easy and chic. Bouncing around with no shoes on, I was in my own little world.

Follow Natalie Off Duty