Ageless Style is a monthly style challenge and link up for women of all ages. Each month we pick a different theme and style an outfit based on that theme. This month's theme is "Outerwear" and was picked by Me!
This month it was my turn in our Ageless Style group and I chose "Outerwear". All the ladies in our group are from all over the United States and Canada, so we experience many different types of weather and thus should have many different types of outerwear to show you.
I have gone through many different coats in my lifetime. Some I have had for decades, and others I didn't keep long, but here are some of my favorites.
WINTER
You can't survive the winter in Wisconsin without a parka. A couple of years ago I purchased this white parka and boy is it a head turner! Everywhere I go someone comments on it. I usually wear it when I have a lot of dark colors on already because all my other parkas are black, so rather than look like a column of black, the white parka provides a nice contrast. Now you might wonder if it stays clean and my answer is "yes and no". The collar always gets my make up on it (unless I wear a scarf) so I always have to spot wash the collar after every use. Other than that, yes, it does stay remarkably white. It is machine washable, I just have to remove the collar and belt.
This long parka is down-filled and I usually save it for the coldest weather or occasions, like hiking in the snow!
My last winter coat is the classic red pea coat. Honestly, I hardly ever wear it because it's just not warm enough for a Wisconsin winter and when it is warm enough, a lighter jacket is more suitable. However, I hang on to it because it is super cute and it's nice to have on hand to create a special look.
SPRING
I probably have more spring jackets than any other type because our springs in Wisconsin can be on the chilly side. My favorite spring jackets are usually white like this white faux-leather jacket pictured above. I love white jackets in spring because they go with any other color, especially the pastels I normally wear this time of year.
Denim jackets are the perfect spring add on to keep the chill at bay. I have both a classic blue denim jacket (pictured above) and a white denim jacket (pictured below). Denim goes with just about anything, and it's such an easy way to dress-down a outfit if it's a little too fancy for your occasion.
And lastly is the classic trench. This should be a must-have coat in every woman's closet. Mine doesn't get much wear as I feel it is too dressy looking for my lifestyle, but I will never get rid of it because it never goes out-of-style and I will never know when I need it.
FALL
For the fall, I like to wear darker or earth-toned jackets. Pictured above is a brown faux leather jacket.
This camel colored jacket is a great transitional piece because it's lightweight for those hotter fall days, yet the color and style scream fall.
And finally, don't be afraid to use heavy shirts as jackets. I purchased this thick weight brown denim shirt last year, but I've never worn it as a shirt, but as a jacket! It's too thick for me to wear as a shirt. I just sized up to a Large so it's big and baggy to wear over anything.
I didn't list any summer jackets because "Who wears a jacket in summer?" 😁. I usually just keep a kimono, scarf, or lightweight cardigan in my purse/car for those chilly air-conditioned buildings.
What are some of your favorite coats and jackets? Do you have a huge collection or just a couple of tried-and-true pieces? I'd love to hear from you.
And now be sure to check out what type of outerwear the other ladies in the group are wearing and link up with us as well.
Have A Great Day! Amy
Linking Up with these Fabulous Blogs HERE!
Amy ~ Amy’s Creative Pursuits
