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Monday, November 12, 2012

Marianne: Opinions needed.

So. I did it.I found myself the Perfect Leather Jacket, and for a price I could stomach (thank you eBay), and it's everything I had dreamed of, except...it's maybe the teeniest bit too small?
I mean, I don't know. Is it? It's the Mackage Catey jacket, which is of course sold out but this one is quite similar. Looking at the product shots, it fits me more like it fits the first model, very fitted through the torso, whereas the second model it's looser. I guess the question is, which do I prefer?



And honestly, I'll probably wear it unzipped most of the time, so perhaps it doesn't even matter? What do you guys think? The whole leather jacket thing is kind of a new look for me, so maybe I just need to get used to it.
  
Also worth mentioning is the top I'm wearing underneath my dreamy new jacket. I picked up a couple of these Old Navy tops and I am kind of in love with them. They are perfectly floaty and flattering and look more expensive than they are. Also excellent? The camisoles Old Navy is selling in a million colors for all of $3 a pop in store. I bought several.
 
top: Old Navy 3/4 Sleeve Top with Old Navy Camisole underneath
jacket: Mackage Catey (similar style here and inexpensive here)
scarf: Virginia Johnson (similar colors here and inexpensive similar here)
boots: Charles David Rowdy(similar here and here)
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16 comments:

  1. wrenNovember 12, 2012 at 6:55 AM

    Looks great! I love my Mackage Milla jacket; totally worth the investment.

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  2. Melissa BernaisNovember 12, 2012 at 6:56 AM

    Mackage is known for it's fitted silhoutte, says the girl who has too many jackets and coats from the line then is probably healthy.

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    1. MarianneNovember 12, 2012 at 7:14 AM

      Yeah, the consensus seems to be that if you can zip it, it fits. I wish I had an inch more of length in the arms, but I have really long arms.

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  3. AnonymousNovember 12, 2012 at 7:53 AM

    Leather jackets get bigger with wear, like boots and other leather products. I think it's okay, especially since you won't wear it zipped! It looks great on you, by the way!

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  4. spacegeek33November 12, 2012 at 8:00 AM

    I really like the jacket and like the fitted shape. Are the pockets gapping? (Can't tell bc it is black.) That would be the only indicator that it might be too small. But like you, I almost always keep my jackets open, so... who cares? :-)
    And your makeup looks stunning in the pictures, btw. Really lovely combination--you look fresh, well-rested and rosy-cheeked!

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    1. MarianneNovember 12, 2012 at 8:02 AM

      I forgot to zip the pockets, so they do look like they are gaping! When they are zipped they lay nice and flat. And goodness, thank you, you've made my day! Maybe I need to share what makeup I'm wearing these days in another post. :)

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  5. EvaNovember 12, 2012 at 8:41 AM

    I think it should be fine. Motorcycle jackets are supposed to be tight. It's supposed to protect you if you crash. I'd zip the pockets and wear it. :)

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  6. AnonymousNovember 12, 2012 at 11:12 AM

    I really like the way it looks and think that the fitted look is actually better than the loose look (I don't care for the fit on the second model). The only issue I have with fitted jackets is that they sometimes pull across the back, restricting my arm mobility and cutting off circulation in my armpits (if that makes any sense), so unless the jacket is doing that or is otherwise uncomfortable, I think you found a winner!

    You look gorgeous, BTW.

    Abby

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  7. youngprofNovember 12, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    I think the fit on the jacket works well.

    Also, I LOVE that blouse on you (and immediately went to Old Navy and ordered it for me!).

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  8. Oh Sarah C!November 12, 2012 at 12:13 PM

    I think most importantly is how you feel in it? Like a rockstar or like you are in a jacket you think is too small? Are you comfortable?

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  9. Oh Sarah C!November 12, 2012 at 12:15 PM

    P.S. You look great and happy.

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  10. WendyBNovember 12, 2012 at 2:52 PM

    I think it looks good especially open -- it can look kind of fussy to zip up a leather jacket too far. I wear most of mine open. I think the last time I zipped some of them was the first time I tried it on!

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  11. L.R.November 12, 2012 at 3:30 PM

    As long as you can move your arms easily, I think it's fine.
    You're wearing a flowy top that really shouldn't be confined in a slim fitted zipped up jacket anyhow.
    If you're gonna keep it open most of the time, I say keep it, and if you plan on zipping it, wear a tighter top underneath.
    It looks great!

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  12. Jesspgh of Consume or ConsumedNovember 13, 2012 at 5:39 AM

    I never wear leather jackets zipped so I think that you can zip it but likely won't makes it a great find! I also like how you styled it with the blousey top.

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  13. MarianneNovember 13, 2012 at 6:08 AM

    You guys are the best. Aw. It's comfortable across the shoulders, so with your approval I am feeling much better about my investment!

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  14. AnonymousNovember 23, 2012 at 11:08 AM

    I just love your blog and am sad on the days neither of you posts. I love how you combine high quality, expensive pieces with bargain pieces. I've started buying Target dresses because of you. When I saw this Old Navy blouse I had to get it. I wore it for the first time ago and so many compliments. It was surprising how many people noticed it and said something about it - even my husband! Keep up the blogging, you guys are great!

    ASuburbanLife
    http://www.asuburbanlife.com

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