The TEll// By Thrift & Tell
Welcome to THE TELL//BY THRIFT & TELL: a celebration of fashionable women who dress as smart as they shop.
This week’s guest on THE TELL// is Caitlin Fisher: founder of A Daily Cup of Couture. Before staying home with her three small children, Caitlin had a career in fashion, and it shows! She has beautiful taste that is grounded in classic silhouettes that can be worn over and over again, whether that be a simple cashmere sweater, tailored blazer, or white ruffled dress. If you were to quickly glance, you might assume that Caitlin wears head to toe designer clothes- quite the contrary! She is a T&T woman through and through and exemplifies how so many of us like to shop: investing in quality pieces, mixing highs and lows, while saving at all times. It is a treat to have Caitlin be part of the series and stay tuned for more interviews to come. Enjoy!
//Your style in 3 words: Classic, Feminine, Refined
//Staple Outfit: Cashmere Sweater, Straight Jeans, and Chanel Ballet Flats
//Style Icon(s): Lauren Santo Domingo and Aerin Lauder
//Your First Big Purchase: A Black Chanel Classic Double Flap Bag, which I bought myself in Paris shortly after graduating college with my first work bonus.
//Do You Still Have It? Of course! I will keep it forever.
//Best Fashion Advice You Ever Received: Focus on what’s flattering for your body type and makes you feel beautiful.
//Types of clothing you invest in: Well-made pieces I know will stand the test of time and that I truly LOVE .
//Types of clothing you save on: Usually denim! So many of my favorite pairs are Gap and J. Crew
//Your greatest extravagance: Weekly fresh flowers
//Brands That Will Stand the Test of Time: Chanel, Ralph Lauren , Oscar de la Renta
//Favorite High Street Brands: Zara, Vita Grace, & OtherStories
//Favorite Designer Brands: Brock Collection, Oscar de la Renta, Chanel, Katie Ermilio
//Favorite High-Low Brands to Mix: I am constantly mixing high low in my wardrobe! Love pairing a high street dress with Chanel Ballet Flats.
//Favorite Places to Shop Consignment: The RealReal and I have just discovered Dora Maar (which I am excited about!) And for my children I adore Shop Bagsy and Littlest Luxuries (based in the UK).
//Favorite Places to Consign Your Own Closet: Lately I have only been consigning some of my children’s clothes on Shop Bagsy, but I need to start being better about consigning my own!
//Currently Collecting Dust in the Back of your Closet: All of my heels! Cannot wait for parties and places to wear them again!
//Most prized possession: A Cartier Panthere watch my parents gave to me when I graduated high school. It’s truly timeless and something I know I will love to wear forever. It is also always a wonderful reminder of the importance of hard work.
//Your Closet Tried and Trues: Ralph Lauren Cable Knit Cashmere Sweaters, Chanel Ballet Flats, Kule Striped Tees, Pamela Munson Woven Bags
//Style Choice From Your Past That Haunts You: Mystic Tans from my college years (yikes!)
//“It seemed like a good idea at the time” a.k.a Purchase you most regret: I have no regrets! I am quite thoughtful about my purchases.
//Closet From Which You Would Like to Borrow: Lauren Santo Domingo (hands down!)
//Last Time You Splurged? A Brock Collection dress I adore, but have no idea when I will be able to wear it!
//Currently Saving Your Pennies For: An Hermes Kelly Bag
//A Deal for the History Books/Your T&T Personal Best: My navy velvet Chanel Ballet flats I found on The RealReal (I have never seen them in any store) and they are my favorite pair of flats. And… I wear and love them so much that when I found them AGAIN on The RealReal in my size and bought a second pair!
//Advice to someone looking to define their own style: Find what makes you feel beautiful and comfortable and stick with it!
//Trend you wish would go away? Huge ugly sneakers
//You feel great. What are you wearing? A gorgeous cocktail dress and heels.
//Occasions when you splurge: A dress for a specific occasion, shoes & sleepwear
//Occasions when you save: I am always on the hunt for a good deal! (my mother taught me the thrill of the chase at an early age).
//Home Decor Style: Traditional with a modern twist .
//Favorite place to hunt for home decor: eBay – I have found some gems!
//Go-to for unique items, whether it be clothing, accessories, home or art: Sue Fisher King (for home), and Poppy Store (for children’s)
//Your fashion motto: Wear what makes you happy.
//Your life motto: Be yourself, everyone else is taken.
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//A woman should invest in- herself. //You’re never too old to—have fun! . //A woman can never have too much- love in her life . // Bury Me In: Couture. //True or False: More is More- true. //Fashion is- Fun! //Style is: An expression of who you are.
Currently Loving:
//Music: French Café Radio on Pandora in the mornings
//Print: Tatler
//Food: A burger & fries
//Drink: An iced latte (morning) & Bellini (evenings)
//Film: Anything created by Nancy Meyers
//TV: Gossip Girl (I’m re-watching it for the first time since college and I can’t get enough!)
//Podcast: Wow In the World (for my kids!)
//Instagram Handle: @mrsalice
//Designer: Brock Collection
ABOUT CAITLIN
Daily Cup of Couture is the ever-evolving inspiration board of Caitlin Fisher, which was started in 2009. Caitlin works in the fashion industry and currently resides in San Francisco with her husband and three children. She enjoys discovering and sharing the beautiful things in life with her readers. With an affinity for all things classic her style is decidedly ladylike.
Caitlin's closet is piled high with bows, cashmere, and stripes. You can usually find fresh peonies and a stack of British magazines on her bedside table. She believes in hand-written thank you notes and love at first sight. On the weekends she dreams of playing tennis or lounging at the beach. Caitlin will not turn down a cup of coffee or a glass of champagne and if she could pick any meal in the world it would be enjoying a gourmet burger while wearing a ball-gown.
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Photos used courtesy of Caitlin Fisher
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