Silver Lockets

What's what: Coats and Jackets

2009-11-10T09:00:00.003-05:00

With the colder weather creeping in and the layers adding up, people are starting to wonder which colors make the best match this time of year. If you read the September issue of Vogue (Charlize Theron was on the cover) you were informed that red is the color for fall. You also might have seen the 'Into The Woods: Little Red Riding Hood' thirteen page spread (incredibly genius). I have seen this color literally everywhere since reading about this. This isn't just a shade of red or pink, it's vibrant, strong and festive. From hats, scarves, and gloves to pea coats and dresses, red makes the statement.

I am a fiend for coats and jackets of any kind. I have noticed, however, that black is the only color that seems to do me any kind of justice. I've tried grey, charcoal, green, royal blue, periwinkle, mustard yellow.. None of them work for me. So here's hoping for the millions of women that look wonderful in red!

Here are some jackets and coats from Nordstrom that caught my eye:

Now that you know what color is going to be used (a lot), let's talk about what style of coat is the most talked about this season: The Trench. This style is timeless, frankly, it never goes out of style. Designs for the trench have been done over and over throughout the decades. I loved seeing them used on the runway and in stores. They really do fit every shape so well. This year I see more of the pattern and fabric being altered with. There's plaid, houndstooth, chains, buckles, double-breasted, single-breasted, short, long, mid-height and can be worn dressed up or dressed down.

Saks Fifth Avenue has some of the best looking trenches:

For the more economical crowd..

Gap and Banana Republic have also jumped on the trench coat bandwagon:

Happy Shopping!
Jls.

The Little Shoppe With Big Ideas

2009-11-02T17:38:00.002-05:00

Starting today Stella McCartney's collection for GapKids and babyGap will be available in stores and online. The girls' collection features pale and medium pinks matched with grey hoodies, blazers and dark denim skinny jeans. There is also a variety of snow boots and toddler long john underwear. Jackets include the season's trench and a bright colored anorak.

This one is my favorite!

Cute tunic tops in neutral colors can be paired with jeans or sweater leggings and are sure to welcome the holiday season.

Boys' have a refreshing display of cords and a very adorable Band Jacket. The mandarin collar button up is one of the many essentials for layering for the cold weather.

To see any other styles, colors or the whole collection visit the Gap site!

Regards,
Jls.

Now Open

2009-11-01T20:05:00.000-05:00

I would first like to post a 'thank you' and a 'welcome' to my visitors. I appreciate any amount of time you spend either reading or browsing this blog. I started this with just the intention to clarify any means of apparel, opinions, and/or thoughts. The information I provide/collect is mostly from exploring the internet and reading updated periodicals. I will be posting some opinions but tastefully. If anything offends you or anything you represent, I pre-apologize. I will try to keep the content of my opinions and/or thoughts of a neutral state.

Regards,
jls.