Last week I flew up to New York for an afternoon and a day to visit the Old Navy headquarters and see their holiday preview. I know, I know it’s still hot outside but they introduce their holiday collection for press (magazines, websites, etc.) so that people can get a good idea of what’s coming up next. I was excited to be included, as I’m nosey and into all things holiday. 

While I was in New York I did…I saw… I went to… a lot of nothing. I was prepared to not do much because of the huge chance of rain that was predicted, so I was just excited for a change of scenery and a hotel with HGTV. It’s the little things sometimes. But it ended up not raining much at all and we were able to tour a little bit of Soho and Chelsea where we found many things to eat and drink. I can sleuth out a good restaurant in any town I’m in; it’s a sixth sense I have. (If you haven’t yet tried Tortaria tacos, it’s Texan-approved.) 
With the exception of two photos, I  now present you with ‘Kendi Holding Things: an instagram collection‘:
Riveting, yes? I know. So much demand for these photos that I’ll probably going to have a gallery showing later this month. 
I ended up going pretty simple for the Old Navy preview show since I wasn’t sure what everyone else would show up in. Black skirts are good for occasions like that. You can never go wrong with a simple black skirt, bonus points for flirty shape and appropriate lengths. 

Besides drinking milkshakes with candy canes in them, I pretty much just walked around and took photos of everything I want later this fall and then when no one was looking tried on the coats, hats and purses. No one stopped me so I think that was allowed. 

(Above and below are my two favorites. Don’t judge me if I’m wearing the exact mannequin’s outfit above later this fall.)

Above is pretty much my wish list for this holiday, especially all of the plaids. (Those plaid pants though…) But if you just can’t with holiday right now, don’t worry. These styles will be waiting for you when it’s time for us to get our coats out again. For now, just file (or pin!) these styles away until the cold weather comes.

And now, back to summer. 🙂

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  1. I am an Old Navy fiend so naturally I’m very excited to pre-shop for this Winter! I really love the plaid prints as well, I could use some of those in my wardrobe! How awesome that you got to attend this. I like your insta collection as well 🙂

    ♥ perfectly Priya

  2. Old Navy pencil skirts are about my favorite thing ever. I buy ever color and pattern they come out with because they’re so damn comfortable and versatile. I’ll be ordering that plaid one as soon as it is available.

  3. Great to see that Old Navy will keep up with great collection for Fall! I already see a couple of favourites! You look absolutely stunning in both outfits, 1st one being my favourite 🙂 When it comes to NY, Soho and Chelsea are both amazing parts of the city and have some of the best restaurants in the world.

    http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com

  4. Love both of your outfits. That madewell dress is so perfect and I love what you wore to the Old Navy Preview. Thanks for sharing some of the photos from the preview..its fun to get an idea of what is coming up. Love that stripe dress and then those two winter jackets..perfection!
    xo Nan
    Simply Elegant Blog

  5. First of all I wanted to say that I love these more “personal, we did this” kind of posts – you get to do so many cool things!

    Second of all, I will need both of those jackets in the last pictures. Please let ON know for me. kthanx.

  6. Love your picks Kendi! I ordered the Holy Chic shirt and skirt you wore after seeing this post, we shall see if I rock them nearly as well as you do! 🙂

    1. Lady Jane, I’m about to order the skirt. What did you think of the fit? Just curious.

      1. I haven’t tried it on yet honestly! I ordered the L because I am a bit wide at the hips and I am worried it might be too lose. I would say by seeing it in person it’s pretty tts. Hope that helps!

  7. Love these looks! Old navy has been seriously stepping up their game these past few seasons! 🙂

    champagneandcitylights.com

  8. So sweet! I love that you took it easy while you were there. And I’m loving all of the plaid at Old Navy lately!

  9. Please tell me there’s some sparkly sweaters!! I just about died for those last year.

  10. Those plaid pants!! I love everything from those pics. Thank you so much for sharing what Old Navy has up their sleeves for the holiday season. I can’t wait!

  11. As much as I’m still in summer-mode, it is fun to see all these fun winter styles! I don’t own anything plaid but I think this upcoming season might be the time to change that! I’m also loving your skirt!

  12. I am an Old Navy fiend so naturally I'm very excited to pre-shop for this Winter! I really love the plaid prints as well, I could use some of those in my wardrobe! How awesome that you got to attend this. I like your insta collection as well 🙂

    ♥ perfectly Priya

  13. Old Navy pencil skirts are about my favorite thing ever. I buy ever color and pattern they come out with because they're so damn comfortable and versatile. I'll be ordering that plaid one as soon as it is available.

  14. Great to see that Old Navy will keep up with great collection for Fall! I already see a couple of favourites! You look absolutely stunning in both outfits, 1st one being my favourite 🙂 When it comes to NY, Soho and Chelsea are both amazing parts of the city and have some of the best restaurants in the world.

    http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com

  15. Love both of your outfits. That madewell dress is so perfect and I love what you wore to the Old Navy Preview. Thanks for sharing some of the photos from the preview..its fun to get an idea of what is coming up. Love that stripe dress and then those two winter jackets..perfection!
    xo Nan
    Simply Elegant Blog

  16. I love all the plaid that is coming out for fall! I'm so plaid obsessed right now (and always). I also love those black flats with the ankle strap. Grrr, I'm trying to get my Old Navy card paid off! 😉

    Tamara
    http://www.trulytamara.com

  17. First of all I wanted to say that I love these more "personal, we did this" kind of posts – you get to do so many cool things!

    Second of all, I will need both of those jackets in the last pictures. Please let ON know for me. kthanx.

  18. Love your picks Kendi! I ordered the Holy Chic shirt and skirt you wore after seeing this post, we shall see if I rock them nearly as well as you do! 🙂

  19. Love these looks! Old navy has been seriously stepping up their game these past few seasons! 🙂

    champagneandcitylights.com

  20. Please tell me there's some sparkly sweaters!! I just about died for those last year.

  21. Those plaid pants!! I love everything from those pics. Thank you so much for sharing what Old Navy has up their sleeves for the holiday season. I can't wait!

  22. Oh I’m in love with these looks.. and I’ve been reminding myself all week that its only August and not time for fallish things… but I think I’m in denial and just want sweaters and plaid already! I’m totally going to copy these looks as well.. totes inspired.
    Hope
    hchdesigns.blogspot.com

  23. Oh I'm in love with these looks.. and I've been reminding myself all week that its only August and not time for fallish things… but I think I'm in denial and just want sweaters and plaid already! I'm totally going to copy these looks as well.. totes inspired.
    Hope
    hchdesigns.blogspot.com

  24. you know what?
    you are so down to earth.
    A fashion blogger at a function in NYC and yet it is like strolling in
    SoHo with a friend. Thank you for always being so real and relating to your readers!
    I live where winter is usually 8mths long and you have me excited for autumn with all that plaid!

  25. you know what?
    you are so down to earth.
    A fashion blogger at a function in NYC and yet it is like strolling in
    SoHo with a friend. Thank you for always being so real and relating to your readers!
    I live where winter is usually 8mths long and you have me excited for autumn with all that plaid!

  26. Don’t judge me..LOL…cause I will be wearing that exact fall outfit as well. Loved it!!

  27. Don't judge me..LOL…cause I will be wearing that exact fall outfit as well. Loved it!!

  28. Lady Jane, I'm about to order the skirt. What did you think of the fit? Just curious.

  29. I haven't tried it on yet honestly! I ordered the L because I am a bit wide at the hips and I am worried it might be too lose. I would say by seeing it in person it's pretty tts. Hope that helps!

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