I don’t know what it is — maybe my time in Greece, Turkey and Romania, or maybe all those vampire movies and shows and books out there right now — but I’m seeing a lot of this type of thing and loving it!
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These jackets are interesting and beautiful. They’re not terribly realistic for our wardrobes, of course, but this is a blog is much more about inspiring you, not recommending specific garments. I am SO horrified by the so-called “Boyfriend Blazer” that’s being touted in all the fashion magazines for fall. Don’t fall for it!!! The “Boyfriend Blazer” is just that hideous, 1980’s trend all over again — shapeless, too-big men’s blazers that do. not. belong. on any self-respecting professional woman’s closet.
Oooh, Magickal Hippie-Wear! (for days off, of course)
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Would like this a lot better if it wasn’t such a flimsy material, and if the colors were deeper, but I like the drama and romanticism of it.
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Not vampirish at all, but I find myself loving embroidered pieces right now — very Eastern European.
Just kidding!! Don’t you dare! Save it for the Renaissance Festival, PLEASE.
I just remembered a short black velvet jacket with a tie waist, wide sleeves, a sage-green lining and a beautiful hood that I bought in Pennsylvania about 12 years ago. Time to bring that sucker back out again. It will look great with jeans and high-heeled booties this winter.
PeaceBang, that sweater with the ruffles looks very much, structurally, like my Golden Rod Rainbow Stripe Shawl Sweater Shrug Cardigan (an item I blogged about so much that I feel entirely justified in deducting it as a business expense):
http://robinabrahams.com/2009/07/the-golden-rod-rainbow-stripe-shawl-sweater-shrug-cardigan/
I’m glad someone shares my feelings about the “boyfriend” blazer look! I also think the “boyfriend” cardigan and “boyfriend” jeans aren’t a very flatting look for most women. I tried on a boyfriend cardigan, and it just looked “grandpa” on me. :/
Hate the boyfriend, but LUV some of the blazers you have photos of…perhaps especially 2nd and 3rd ones. Would you reveal the source? May be more practical for my wardrobe than you would want to know…smile.
Count me as not a fan of ‘boyfriend’ clothing. Do you notice that men are never encouraged to wear ‘girlfriend’ clothing? (If they are, they’re not falling for it….)
Anyway, the blazers are great. Beautiful jackets, with interesting feminine details, have been popular here in England for at least as long as I’ve lived here (three years). They may not always be in the shop windows, but they are ALWAYS on the streets, and always look great.
Dawn, the 3rd one down is from this site:
http://www.fanplusfriend.com/servlet/the-337/Elegant-Goth-Gothic-Pirate/Detail
These are great! I especially love the hippie wear – I love bohemian, but a little goes a long way, I try not to overdo it.
With ya on the boyfriend jacket – I was horrified to open my Lucky magazine this week and see that crap. I do like the boyfriend jean though – with a fitted top and cute flats, and (for me) non-shredded denim, I think it’s a cute look for cool summer evenings.