Denim Jackets: a fashion staple

I have my favourite jean jacket at the forefront of my closet. It helps me dress down many of my outfits, and quite often adds to my overall look. I think everyone should have one, or two or maybe even three. They are the perfect addition to almost any outfit, and in Toronto, you never really know what the weather will be like within a 6 hour period. 

The beauty of shopping in this day and age is choice

Long gone are the days of a plain jean jacket. We have many choices in terms of colour, wash, style, fit and cut. The added details such as buttons, clips, patches and so forth also help with diversifying each look. 

The Looks

As I have mentioned, jean jackets really allow for you to complete your look. I always have my jean jacket close by as it can dress down an outfit, it can provide a finishing look and it can also add some flare.  I have worn my denim jacket to work with some classic pants and a plain white shirt. I have also added the jean jacket to a casual romper to complete the look. (see pictures below)

Statement Denim

My other favourite denim jacket is a military inspired one. The oversized buttons really make a statement. I purchased a smaller size as I would not be interested in clipping it closed. Instead, I keep it open which allows for whatever piece I wear underneath to be seen.  If you are busty, those oversized buttons down your body are probably not ideal and so a better option would be to keep it open. 

 

My featured jean jacket: fitted military denim jacket

The Fit

I personally love fitted clothes. My ideal jean jacket is either short or medium length and fitted to my body. The trend this season has moved towards a more relaxed fit or even a boyfriend fit (jeans and jackets). Trends however, are simply guidelines and sometimes they won’t work for your body type or fit in with your personal style. Wearing clothing that fits you properly is the best advice I can give. I also find that material and price are also important, and it is worthwhile to spend a little more on such a piece since you will be using it often.

Here are some guidelines for fit:

Petites : crop jacket, jackets with small pockets and fitted at the waist

Tall: oversized jackets tend to work well for taller women

Busty: shrunken jackets with high placed pockets

To give an hourglass look: Waisted jackets (belted) are great to enhance the waist

*At the end of the day, it is always good to try something on and see for yourself

merci

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Fashion Classics

Bonjour my dear readers,

This is my first ever blog post. I have long wanted to create a space where I could simply write about fashion and discuss it with others. Although this is nowhere near my area of expertise (I am an IB French Teacher by day), it has always been a passion of mine.

I love fashion, period.

Some may say that I am a fashionista and a shopaholic. My bank account would agree as would my husband. However, I am all about balance in life. Although I am constantly shopping, I often purchase classic and timeless pieces at reasonable prices.

My wedding dress for example was both timeless and classic. My dress and style were an ode to one of my favourite classic styles: Old Hollywood Glamour. That era was known for its elegance and luxury and has stood the test of time. Until this day, we see traces of old Hollywood in fashion, architecture, movies and theme parties. I mean this years’ Prom theme is ‘Hollywood Glam’ and two years ago was ‘The Great Gatsby’.

My dress was very simple but it was well fitted and 100% crepe silk. I purchased this dress for 1400 CAD, which is an amazing price compared to how much most brides pay. This allowed me to add on some beautiful statement pieces like my headpiece and my glorious Badgley Mischka shoes.

This classic silhouette will never go out of style and my dress can easily be altered (I am planning on cutting it this summer). My favourite part of this dress was the covered buttons all along the back AND down the train. This will always be my dream dress and the perfect example of my personal style: classic and chic.

Thank you for taking the time to read my blog

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bisous, bisous

“Fashions fade, style is eternal.” —Yves Saint Laurent