Ladies jackets are notoriously hard to shop for. Not only are there endless colours, fabrics and cuts to consider, we’re then left to face the unappealing task of finding the perfect fit.
With one jacket style comes a number of variations. Do you plump for a longline blazer, something oversized or a cropped, boxy version complete with shoulder pads? It’s enough to confuse even the savviest shopper.
To make life that little bit easier, we’ve narrowed down the chicest styles and what to look for when it comes to fit and fabric.
Tweed
The look du jour never varies much when it comes to the tweed jacket, which is both reassuring and pleasing when parting with your hard earned cash. Stick to cropped, collarless styles that stop just short of the wrist. Narrow shoulders should go for something with shape. Look to Hobbs and LK Bennett for workwear-appropriate styles, or for something a little fancier, try Balenciaga.
The blazer
The look to be seen in at the moment is double breasted, longer in length – sitting just below the hip – fitting neatly at the shoulder with a slim lapel. Petite frames should look for shorter, single breasted cuts in light, fluid fabrics. Topshop is the destination for evening styles, and Reiss for something sleek and smart.
Leather
The leather jacket takes on many forms, but the one to be seen in is undoubtedly the biker. Forget studs and poppers, the leather biker is sleek, super-soft and incredibly flattering. The shape should be roomy enough to throw on over light knits, and fall just around hip height, if not an inch or too shorter. Whistles is the destination for tough-looking styles that only get better with age, or try ASOS for modern cuts in cheery shades.
Velvet
If like Alexa, you’re a big fan of the velvet jacket, but can’t quite work it into your wardrobe, here’s what you need to know. The shape should always be a slim-fit blazer. When worn with a dainty top and skinny jeans the look is all kinds of chic and requires very little effort styling-wise. Stick to dark shades of navy, grey and plum tones.
Denim
No wardrobe is complete without one, and it’s every bit as chic now as it was stone-washed in the 80s – the denim jacket is a must-have. The good news? The fit is pretty standard. Oversized shapes look achingly cool over floaty floral dresses, while classic cuts - seen here on Fashion Me Now’s Lucy Williams – look effortlessly chic year in, year out. Choose mid-wash denim and avoid anything too distressed or embellished to get the look right.
The statement
Think the statement jacket is impossible to wear? Think again. Stick to a form-fitting number - preferably cinched in at the waist, much like Kate Foley's powder blue look - and wear with denim, midi dresses and culottes. Head to H&M for purse-friendly options, and for something standout, try MATCHESFASHION.com.
Written by: Barbara McMillan
Source:http://www.telegraph.co.uk/
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