Hey everyone
Trends come and go some last a season and some a few but there are items that last in your wardrobes forever, you can call them a basic or a classic but they really are the fundamental pieces that make your wardrobe functional. Miss out on them and you will find yourself in a crisis situation more often than not. The workhorses as i like to call them are the building blocks that help you rock and shine in those trends in a chic and put together way. As per the pyramid rule of fashion styling your wardrobe should have a minimum of 35% basics to keep you well turned out every single time. More on that later!
I think basics can be different for different people depending on their lifestyle, work, place of living and personal preference. For e.g for some a black jeans maybe a basic and for some a blue so it really depends and i suggest you take a stock of your wardrobe and your lifestyle, etc write the basics for your wardrobe and then make sure you always have them stocked in the perfect condition, I strongly suggest investing in basics so do not hold yourself from spending.
Having said that there are a few items that work for majority of us so i have decided to create a new series on the blog, the wardrobe basics, dividing it further into summer and winter for obvious reasons. In this series i will be talking about the mood of the piece, what to look for while shopping and also some ideas on styling. To start the series, today i am going to talk about the first item in the winter wardrobe basics, a black leather jacket.
A leather jacket is really a timeless piece that gets better with age.
What a leather jacket does- 1. Adds rocker edgy vibe to any look.
2. People generally perceive the wearer as more confident.
3. Makes an outfit casual but still keeps it polished.
4. Black is a universal colour that goes with everything.
What to look for when buying a leather jacket - Great quality, do not hesitate from splurging as you will wear it year after year.
Consider your body type before you buy
- rectangular/ hourglass shape- flare detail or metallic details highlighting the waist.
- apple shape- choose one that is longer with not many details to bring focus to your heavy part i.e the upper body.
- pear shape - just the opposite choose shorter length so the focus is on your small part i.e the waist and not your hips.
Go to outfit- skinny jeans+ tee+ boots
To brunch- with a midi skirt / midi dress + sneakers
To afternoon tea- culottes+ fancy blouse+pointed toe heels
To meetings- tailored trouser+ shirt+ pumps
To date night- shirt dress+ leggings+ booties
When its very cold- over knit or under coat
When its very cold- over knit or under coat
How to wear a leather jacket in 2017
- wear with pleated metallic skirts + ballerina flats.
- high waisted straight leg embroidered denim + choker neck knit+ embroidered jacquard boots.
- fringed denim + loafer/ slippers + bell sleeve blouse.
- zipped inside a long puffer jacket.
- a dark floral lace or mesh detail maxi dress + velvet boots .
This is one of my go to looks that i have been wearing for many years and would wear for many years to come.
Pin the picture so you can refer the post in future!
A leather jacket can be part of your wardrobe for 3 seasons, autumn, winter and spring so the many ways you can wear it is really endless. To help you more i have selected some leather jackets both in the reasonable and budget category that you can check.
Budget
Reasonable
I hope these tips are helpful! In the comments, pls share how you love to wear your leather jacket?
Thank you for stopping by! See you in my next.
Love
Chichi
Love the look ;)
ReplyDeletewww.evdaily.blogspot.com
Great tips, you look lovely!
ReplyDeletehttp://www.fashionablyidu.com/2017/01/how-to-wear-army-green-without-looking.html
Love how you look on these my dearest!
ReplyDeletexx, Hadasah
www.styletolove
Amazing jacket. I need a good faux leather jacket.
ReplyDeleteSimera|Beautetude
I had been thinking to buy a good leather jacket for years, but everytime the shape or the size just fails my expectation. Now i know what to watch out for... thanks for the great tip. Alos, i love your outfit. Please never ever cut your hair short , it's just too beautiful. love and hugs , yang
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful look! My leather jacket is a basic for me, or as I like to call it, part of my uniform. You look gorgeous!
ReplyDeletexx, Elise
www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com
I like the sound of this new wardrobe basic series. Leather jackets are so versatile you can wear it with anything.
ReplyDeleteTotally agree with you about leather jackets Chichi. Investing in a good leather jacket will never disappoint. Love how you styled yours. Looking beautiful as always.
ReplyDeletexoxo
Nikki
www.nikkilivinglife.com
You have truly made me want to get a leather jacket now! Thank you so much for this great break down!!
ReplyDeletenot everyone pulls the look off correctly but you helped us all to fix that
ReplyDeletecome see us at http://shopannies.blogspot.com
awesome outfit! I love how you styled this! super cute hair too! xx
ReplyDeletestop by and chat with me :) http://storybookapothecary.com
All this is true! I love your classic leather jacket. Such a great look and so easy to wear with really anything!
ReplyDeletehttp://www.mylittlenest.org
Great post! It's been a long time since I owned a leather jacket .. and I'm thinking that might have to change. They're always a classic, clean and cool look. Thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteLeather jacket is always trendy! Not matter what's in fashion a good leather jacket rocks. Thanks for the tips how to choose the right one to be sure it looks great on.
ReplyDeleteThis is a cool and chic look! I love the blouse and the leather jacket is cute!
ReplyDeleteEdwige http://www.hypnozglam.com
You are looking beautiful, chic, stylish as always my dear!!
ReplyDeleteA leather jacket is such a useful item to have and never goes out of style. I love the pretty blouse you're wearing under yours, looks great!
ReplyDeleteEmma xxx
www.style-splash.com
Thanks for linking up to Top of the World Style.
ReplyDeleteLove the red flowy top with this look, and of course the moto. Great examples! I finally bought one in black .
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking with Turning heads tuesday
jess xx
www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
So chic. A leather moto jacket is always classic cool! Thanks so much for linking up with Fun Fashion Friday!
ReplyDeleteOXOX
Dawn Lucy
http://fashionshouldbefun.com