In the world of fashion, some pieces stand the test of time better than others and the lady jacket is one of those enduring staples. This cropped and feminine jacket offers a versatile look that can be styled up or down to work for a myriad of occasions. Often rendered in a nubby tweed or bouclé, this year the lady jacket is having a moment and it’s popping up in fabrications ranging from crochet sweater versions to luxurious woolen weaves.
I picked up this green boucle jacket (a few sizes available here for less!) from Me + Em while in London earlier this summer, and love the military-inspired styling of the olive hue and gold buttons. It looks equally fantastic thrown over my shoulders with a green floral dress or paired with a simple white top and denim for an off-duty look. Or take J.Crew’s Frances Lady Jacket as another example. It’s soft-brown hue and quality craftsmanship take inspiration from it’s Chanel predecessors, but with a relaxed vibe suitable for everyday. If you’re looking for a cozier take on this classic piece, I love the lady jacket styling of this cardigan sweater (I own it in a blue and white stripe) and recommend taking your normal size in the sweater if you plan to wear over a shell/bare arms, or sizing up if you want to layer it over a blouse.
As a longtime fan of the lady jacket style (also seen here, here and here!) I think this is one piece that every wardrobe needs. Scroll down for a roundup of my favorite jackets at different price points from around the web!
- This green boucle jacket (a few sizes available here for less!) from Me + Em is going to be a favorite all autumn, and I can’t wait to wear it over this slip dress in camel for a date night out.
- I just ordered this camel jacket and plan to wear it over an all white look now, then pair with richer chocolate hues later.
- If you aren’t a fan of shorter jackets this classic black and white number is just the thing to give you the look with a longer length. (Only a few left and it’s on sale for under $70!)
- I love the fun, candy colored tweed and lapel on this jacket. Wear it to the office over a navy top and trousers, or with a mustard sweater, jeans and tassel loafers for a more casual look.
- This salt and pepper tweed jacket with camel leather trim is a DREAM if you are looking for a major investment piece.
- I love the preppy look of this red jacket, best paired with high waisted jeans.
- This black jacket has minimal styling perfect for a modern city look. Would be so cute over a black turtleneck and plaid mini skirt with tights and boots.
- The sweater version of a lady jacket is a such a versatile piece. Pop over a dress like I did here, or I love the idea of buttoning this short sleeved version over a slip dress. (There’s even a mini version for little girls – so cute!)
OUTFIT DETAILS:
Erdem Dress (sold out, cream version on sale here, shirtdress version here)
Me+ Em green boucle jacket (a few sizes available here for less!)
Sarah Flint 60mm Gold Block Heels
Mark Cross Madeline 21 bag (old, current colors here)
SHOPPING LIST:
Hi Stacie! Love this green jacket on you and I bought it after you shared it in your outfit posts a few weeks ago. I wanted to share that it’s also available in some sizes through Harrod’s for about $175 less than on the Me+Em website. Maybe you’d like to link there as well (though I’m not sure what their affiliate link situation is).
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What a great find – thank you Caroline! Going to add that now! xx Stacie