How to Wear the Military Jacket Two Ways

Fashion is about expressing yourself, and for me that usually leans towards a more classic profile. However, it's fun to mix it up and explore different fashion trends. As I'm transitioning my summer to fall wardrobe I decided to play with the military jacket trend and see how I could integrate it into my favorite feminine looks for the fall. 

It's All About Contrast

I love bringing opposites together. To create the perfect contrast take this military jacket which projects a certain amount of toughness, combine with a soft color palette and flowy fabrics, and you'll create a look that's sure to bring the compliments on. This first outfit combines a more bohemian pattern on a light airy maxi skirt that is casually on trend and perfect for travel. This was a great summer look and together with the military jacket and booties, it glides straight into fall. 

Where did you get that? 

I grabbed most of this look from Le Tote. I know I've been bragging about Le Tote for a while. It's the subscription box full of great trends you can rent or keep. Read more on this blog. Grab your first Le Tote box FREE here. The necklace is from a recent sale at Bauble Bar, and the booties are from Nordstrom (true to size). 

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Jacket (similar) - Maxi Skirt (Similar) - Tank (Similar) - Booties - Necklace
Bracelets (Similar) - Belt (Similar) - Earrings (Similar) - Sunglasses - Clutch (Similar) 

Flirt with the Classics

What better way to breathe new life into a classic dress than to pair it with a few trends? My family portrait dress was definitely a worthy purchase that I'll be wearing for seasons to come. Take this timeless piece and top it with the military jacket, over the knee boots, and a cross body bag and it becomes a modern interpretation of individual style that goes straight from day to night. 

Where did you get that? 

The dress was from Anthropologie (true to size, I'm in a M). The boots are from Nordstrom, the jacket and cross body were in my Le Tote. 

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Jacket (Similar different than above link) - Dress - Boots - Necklace - Sunglasses - Lip color (Similar) - Cross body bag (Similar) - Bracelet (Similar) 

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How will you wear this on trend style? I'd love your feedback in the comments below. Any trends you want tips on? Give me a shout!

Until then...

Enjoy the Journey!

xo- Amy West

www.amywesttravel.com 

Special thanks to:
Tara Clemons for taking these amazing photos
Rio Hair Studio for my new cut and color
To you my fabulous readers for sharing this blog and making it a success. I couldn't do it without you all!
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The Must Have Boot of the Season

For the last few years I've had my eye on a pair of over the knee boots that I finally scored this season. Style them with a sweater dress, or mini skirt and they can turn a ho hum outfit into a showstopper. I love this reasonably priced suede pair I found at Nordstrom. The color is perfect for just about any outfit, so you can strut your stuff all season long. Here's how I transformed my every day style into an edgier date night look. 

High Contrast 

For this ensemble I took several high contrast staples and shook them up a little. On it's own this turtle neck sweater tunic from Anthropologie isn't all that sultry. A pencil skirt is typically more daytime than nighttime but transformed into a high waisted mini it takes on a new attitude. The over the knee boots on their own have plenty of star power but add in these over the knee tights and the sexiness doubles. The ideal date night combination. The great news is the individual pieces can still be worked into daytime outfits in multiple combinations making sure you get your dollars worth for days to come. 

These London skyline tights were a gift from a friend and I adore them. I have a fascination with the city (I actually named my daughter London), so it was a perfect fit so to speak. I couldn't find them available anymore, but I did link to some similar varieties below. 

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Hat(Similar)- Sweater Tunic -Skirt (Similar)- Boots - Bracelets - Necklace - Over the Knee Tights (Similar) - Sunglasses (Similar) - Handbag (Similar)

What are your favorite fall trends? I'd love to hear from you in the comments below!

Until then...

Enjoy the Journey!

xo- Amy West

www.amywesttravel.com 


Special Thanks To:

Tara Clemons for the great photos!
Rio Hair Studio for a stand out job on my hair cut and color.
Garrison Moto in Jacksonville Beach for letting us use their location for our backdrop

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