How to Style One Jacket Three Ways
Reem
One jacket, three outfits: a relaxed weekend, a day at the office and an evening out.
Look 1: A relaxed weekend
Heading out for coffee or a weekend market? Wear your jacket over a plain white T-shirt, straight-leg jeans and clean trainers. Push the sleeves up a little and add a crossbody bag to keep your hands free. It is easy and comfortable, and it still looks put together.
“Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak.” – Rachel Zoe
Look 2: Ready for the office
The same jacket works over a neat blouse and tailored trousers. Choose loafers or ankle boots and stay with calm colours such as beige, grey or navy. A structured handbag and one or two small pieces of jewellery finish the look without trying too hard.
Look 3: Dressed up for the evening
For a dinner or a family celebration, wear the jacket over a long satin skirt or a fluid midi dress with sleeves. Add heels or embellished flats, a small clutch and statement earrings. A jacket with metallic buttons or a textured fabric makes the outfit feel special.
One jacket, many outfits
Before you buy, check that the jacket fits well across the shoulders and that the sleeves reach your wrist bone. A good fit is what lets one piece move from a Saturday morning to a Thursday-night dinner.