I know I’m beginning to sound like a broken record, but I’m so tired of winter. I’m so ready for warmer weather and spring clothes. That said, here’s hoping today’s outfit keeps me warm while I wait for spring. (Or, at least until my trip to the much warmer West coast next week.)

1/ cowl neck poncho // 2/ joan of arctic boots // 3/ scandinavian texting gloves // 4/ twintip parka // 5/ wellspring leggings

I live in the country, so for me, the ideal getaway is the big city. But I know plenty of city dwellers who dream of a weekend away in the country. This outfit would be equally at home at a picnic or bonfire, and truthfully, would look just as good walking the city streets.

1/ bonfire stories tunic // 2/ wellspring leggings // 3/ denim jacket // 4/ stem weekender bag // 5/ decodustrial bracelet // 6/ mercer riding boots

Whether it’s with your own closet, or simply on Polyvore, every so often, it’s fun to put together a completely crazy outfit, for no other reason then it pushes you out of your comfort zone.

Admittedly, this is a lot of floral patterns in one look. And it could go horribly wrong. Or, it could be amazingly fun. That’s the beauty of fashion. You never know until you try.

1/ floral print kimono // 2/ tulip stem book bag // 3/ floral print toms // 4/ floral printed tunic // 5/ magpie leggings

Normally, I’m not a fan of this many earth tones in one outfit. But all these neutrals come together to really make the colors of the wellspring leggings pop, and the overall effect is chic, not boring.

1/ witchery modern tunic // 2/ wellspring leggings // 3/ capelet // 4/ conductor book tote // 5/ v earrings // 6/ leather lace up boots

The weather here can’t decide if it wants to be spring or winter, and it’s making me crazy. I personally vote for spring, but sadly, I don’t control the weather.

So until then, I’ll just keep designing spring inspired outfits and dreaming of warmer days.

1/ houndstooth sundress // 2/ wellspring leggings // 3/ crochet batwing cardigan // 4/ black and nude clutch // 5/ highlight flat

When it comes to my painting and textile design, it’s no secret that I prefer cool colors to warm tones. If I’m not reaching for the black (or a nice cool grey), I’m grabbing my favorite shades of teal, aqua, turquoise, and green.

I’m not averse to warm colors, but it’s unlikely you’ll see me reaching for reds and pinks anytime soon. (It’s just not my style.) Instead, if I’m going warm, it’s golden yellows, oranges, and bronze (admittedly my current favorite metal color).

And when it comes to neutrals, I tend to find blacks, white, and greys much more interesting than tans and taupes. But when you pair those tans and taupes with black, grey, and some nice warm tones, the result is an outfit that even I can get behind.

1/ color block shirt // 2/ wings leggings // 3/ v earrings // 4/ tulip stem book bag // 5/ cap toe booties