In Houston you will find that the opportunities for serious coat are few. Literally. We will have jacket weather for much longer during the fall and winter than most other parts. Our cold snaps are just that. They are gone with a snap. So I love a nice topper. Just something to put on so that you stay warm against any wind or cooler temperature. A great aspect of a good topper is that it instantly vamps up your outfit and finishes you.
Go for a good old standby like a simple but trusty blazer. NEVER ever underestimate the power of a simple black blazer. Just put it on over what you are wearing now and voila! Tee shirt, jeans and converse just got really edgy!!
One of my secret places to get such things like toppers is Target. I know, how can Target be anyone's secret anymore? I find so many things there, it's an obsession, and for the price? All these options below are under $40. I love to tell someone that something is from Target when they compliment it. The look of surprise on their face is awesome!!
I will let you in on another secret of mine. (*Shhh, do not tell anyone, this is cheating!) Okay, I have templates laid out that I use to create a model for picking out outfits. This is something like a bottom layer for outfits. Things that I know work well together and I can mix up to change. Yes I have these templates written down, but I have also memorized them. I gave you one already and this is how it looks simply written on a sheet of paper hanging in my closet:
Tee Shirt
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Bootcut Jeans
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Converse Sneakers
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Topper
A very simple equation considering that math and I do not get along. Target has always done good by the classic blazer and now a days you can find so many modern and trendy versions to play with.
Casual options that are great with riding boots or a pair of ballet flats.
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| Merona Tailored Blazer |
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| Merona Tailored Blazer with Binding |
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| Mossimo Ponte Knit Jacket $29.99 |
Think of these blazers paired with jeans, leggings, riding boots and ballet flats or sneakers.
In my opinion, dressy and edgy go together. I find that edgy pieces dress up incredibly well and can be paired with simple silhouettes to create a stunning outfit. **I have the Mossimo Front Zippered Tweed jacket and LOVE it!!
Pair the options above with dressy slacks or pencil skirts for work. Consider taking them out at night with a pair of skinny jeans or leather pants and heels.
Another favorite of mine would be the Converse line of casual jackets. Going back to the template that I gave you earlier make the topper a simple jacket like these and have a great look.
For more dressier or edgier options:
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| Mossimo Sequined Sleeve Jacket, $39.99 |
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| Kirna Zabete for Target, $34.98 |
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| Mossimo Front Zippered Tweed, $ 34.99 |
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| Merona Boucle Jacket, $ 34.99 |
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| Mossimo Tweed Jacket, $34.99 |
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| Mossimo Front Zippered Tweed, $34.99 |
In my opinion, dressy and edgy go together. I find that edgy pieces dress up incredibly well and can be paired with simple silhouettes to create a stunning outfit. **I have the Mossimo Front Zippered Tweed jacket and LOVE it!!
Pair the options above with dressy slacks or pencil skirts for work. Consider taking them out at night with a pair of skinny jeans or leather pants and heels.
Another favorite of mine would be the Converse line of casual jackets. Going back to the template that I gave you earlier make the topper a simple jacket like these and have a great look.
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| Converse Logan Jacket, $34.99 |
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| Converse Rosemaid Jacket, $27.99 |
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| Xhilaration Juniors Moto Jacket, $29.99 |
Not all my toppers are from Target, but there is just such a huge selection right now and Target is following along so closely with all the latest trends that I thought I would share some ideas with you.
XX ~ E
*All pictures were borrowed from Target.com
Can you show us some more of your templates?
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