Military Sparkle

Jacket and Top: J.Crew (old). Skirt: Zara. Handbag: Balenciaga. Shoes: Jimmy Choo (similar). Necklace: H&M. Headband: via Nordstrom (recent). Ring: BCBG. Sunglasses: Chanel.

 

I just love when I already have pieces in my wardrobe that are right on trend for the upcoming season.  A perfect example is this sparkly J.Crew jacket I’ve had for years.  Military inspired pieces are huge for Fall, and this jacket is a feminine take on the trend, which I’m sure I’ll be wearing a lot of in the next few months.

 

 

154 Comments

  1. Posted September 4, 2012 at 6:36 am by Marie-Eve @aprettyne | Permalink

    Love those feminine with a little bit of edge look !
    You look great !
    My Blog – A Pretty Nest

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:30 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Awww, thanks so much Marie-Eve!

  2. Posted September 4, 2012 at 7:00 am by Suzanne | Permalink

    What a great jacket! I love it. Very pretty neutral look.

    Bisous
    Suzanne
    http://bisous.typepad.com/bisous/

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:30 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thank you so very much Suzanne!

  3. Posted September 4, 2012 at 7:21 am by Kendall | Permalink

    What a gorgeous look Jenny! I love your hair like that, and that skirt is seriously gorgeous :)
    xo K
    http://www.lilieslattesandlace.com

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:31 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Awww, thanks Kendall! You are too sweet!

  4. Posted September 4, 2012 at 7:53 am by Sarah | Permalink

    Your wardrobe is just a neverending supply of beautiful pieces! I have a similar style skirt and I love how it blows in the wind.

    Sarah’s Real LIfe

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:31 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Ha ha, thanks so much Sarah! I do love the flowly feel of maxi skirts, especially when walking or windy.

  5. Posted September 4, 2012 at 8:13 am by Tammy Jones | Permalink

    This is a wonderful look on you. I LOVE sequins and the way that just a touch of sequins are used on the jacket is amazing.

    Cheers,
    Tammy of Walking in Pretty Shoes
    Http://WalkingInPrettyShoes.com

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:32 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thank you so much for your super sweet comments Tammy!

  6. Posted September 4, 2012 at 8:25 am by Peyton & Madison | Permalink

    Love love love this jacket! Your headband is adorable as well!

    xo, Peyton & Madison

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:32 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much Peyton & Madison, and thanks for stopping by!

  7. Posted September 4, 2012 at 8:35 am by sheree@itsnotthatdee | Permalink

    That jacket is really amazing and so it the skirt..I love the color! So weird that we have such different styles but I am always so excited for your posts..you really have beautiful style!
    sheree xx
    http://www.itsnotthatdeep.com

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:33 am by Jenny | Permalink

      You are just too sweet Sheree! I completely agree. . .our styles are different, but I always look forward to see what you are wearing and to pull inspiration from!

  8. Posted September 4, 2012 at 8:56 am by Red Tag Chic L.A. | Permalink

    Looking so HOT HOT HOT again Jenny….. love the mix of hard core piece like that jacket with something soft & flowy like the skirt…with some serious bling like the necklace….SO PERFECT!!

    REBECCA
    http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:33 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Awww, you are just the best Rebecca! Thank you for your lovely comments!

  9. Posted September 4, 2012 at 9:11 am by The Curvy Girl | Permalink

    I love this outfit…and that jacket is gorgeous pair with the statement necklace!

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:34 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much, and thanks for visiting!

  10. Posted September 4, 2012 at 9:12 am by Amy | Permalink

    You look absolutely beautiful Jenny! Loving that maxi skirt on you as well!

    xo Amy
    Leopard and Lillies

  11. Posted September 4, 2012 at 9:13 am by Rachel | Permalink

    That skirt is beautiful! This outfit shows how you can make it less girly with a structured jacket and your hair up.

  12. Posted September 4, 2012 at 9:16 am by the golden girls | Permalink

    you look LOVELY! beautiful skirt! Hugs from California! xx,
    The Golden Girls

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:35 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Awww, thanks girls! Definitely wishing I was in California right now!

  13. Posted September 4, 2012 at 9:26 am by alison dulaney | Permalink

    What a fabulous look Jenny! Love that skirt and how you added a bit of sparkle:)

    xo
    Alison

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:35 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Awww, thanks Alison! I firmly believe you can never have too much sparkle!

  14. Posted September 4, 2012 at 9:27 am by cake & valley | Permalink

    that skirt is to die for!!! one of our current obsessions- short with a sheer overlay!!! LOVE.

    xo. cake & valley
    cake & valley

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:36 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Awww, thank you so much! I’m super short, so I find the sheer skirt is a little softer and makes me look a little taller than an opaque maxi!

  15. Posted September 4, 2012 at 10:00 am by Alyssa | Permalink

    You look so pretty! I love the sweet/tough combo and the detailing on the jacket is gorgeous!
    -Alyssa
    The Glossy Life

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:37 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thank you so much Alyssa! I do like the juxtaposition of the outfit. I tend to look very girly most of the time, so it’s nice to add a bit of edge.

  16. Posted September 4, 2012 at 10:04 am by Amy Shaughnessy | Permalink

    GORGEOUS! My favorite look so far!

    Amy

    Fashion and Beauty Finds

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:37 am by Jenny | Permalink

      That is so sweet. . . thanks Amy!

  17. Posted September 4, 2012 at 10:05 am by thehautecookie | Permalink

    love the whole look and the balenicaga finishes it off perfectly with a little edge. love! xO!
    http://www.thehautecookie.com

  18. Posted September 4, 2012 at 10:22 am by Always Maylee | Permalink

    Ahh you look amazing! That skirt is just all sorts of awesome and the jacket is totally swoon-worthy! Gorgeous!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:38 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Ha ha ha, thanks so much Yi-chia!

  19. Posted September 4, 2012 at 10:32 am by Stephanie | Permalink

    You NAILED it with this look. Seriously, you look flawless and I love the mix of the edgy military jacket and the feminine cut of the skirt. This is my new fav outfit of yours!

    Stephanie
    twenty-something

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:38 am by Jenny | Permalink

      You are just the sweetest! Thank you so much for the constant wonderful support Stephanie!

  20. Posted September 4, 2012 at 10:36 am by Kristen | Permalink

    Love the detail on the jacket and that skirt is awesome!

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:38 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much Kristen, and thanks for stopping by!

  21. Posted September 4, 2012 at 10:38 am by Elma | Permalink

    Very pretty look! I love your skirt :D x

  22. Posted September 4, 2012 at 10:51 am by Jess | Permalink

    LOVE this look!! Everything about it! You look fab! :)

  23. Posted September 4, 2012 at 10:52 am by Alice | Permalink

    This skirt is beautiful! Love all the outfit details. Looking fab as always!

    Alice
    http://www.happinessatmidlife.com

  24. Posted September 4, 2012 at 11:21 am by Emily | Permalink

    absolutely love everything about this outfit!! xx

    http://www.glittersgold.com

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:40 am by Jenny | Permalink

      You are so sweet, thanks Emily!

  25. Posted September 4, 2012 at 11:25 am by Kathleen | Permalink

    That 2nd picture is my favorite!! Beautiful photography, beautiful outfit. That military jacket is something special.
    <3
    katsfashionfix.blogspot.com

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:40 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Awww, thank you so very much Kathleen!

  26. Posted September 4, 2012 at 11:29 am by becks | Permalink

    wow love that sparkly jacket!

    http://www.beckspick.com

  27. Posted September 4, 2012 at 11:34 am by Erin | Permalink

    That skirt is the most fabulous shade and is so pretty and flowy. I want it! I love how you kept the color palette soft and neutral to let all the sparkly touches stand out!

    -Erin-
    http://onetwosummer.blogspot.com/

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:46 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much Erin for your very lovely comments!

  28. Posted September 4, 2012 at 11:49 am by Alexa | Permalink

    you look soo beautiful and stunning as usual! i love this outfit! very different from the usual! the skirt is soo cute and the jacket gives the outfit a polished look! great job!

    Alexa <3
    http://sleepeatbreathefashion.blogspot.com/

  29. Posted September 4, 2012 at 12:18 pm by adore to adorn | Permalink

    You look so pretty! I love this. You seriously have a way of upping the ladylike factor of any piece in a way i could not!
    xo,
    nancy

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:48 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Ha ha, thanks Nancy! You have the “cool girl” factor which I would kill for! :)

  30. Posted September 4, 2012 at 12:20 pm by Miranda | Permalink

    I can’t believe you’ve had that jacket for years! It is right on trend for fall and so perfect. I love the whole look! Also, I have been searching for a headband like that one for forever, yours is so pretty! I’ll have to go to Nordstrom soon and do some searching for sure.

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:48 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much Miranda!! I got the headband in the BP/Juniors department of Nordstrom’s. They had a really great selection, and I bought a few!

  31. Posted September 4, 2012 at 12:35 pm by Emily | Permalink

    This is SO PRETTY! I love that skirt, it is perfect with the pretty tank and jacket.

    creamyclothes.blogspot.com

  32. Posted September 4, 2012 at 12:47 pm by Jen the Librarian | Permalink

    So pretty and sparkly! Faves include the headband, jacket, and of course, that fabulous skirt. Makes me think of an early episode of Friends where Rachel/Jennifer Aniston wore a long grey skirt split in the middle over shorts. :)

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:49 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Ha ha ha, I totally remember that episode!!! Uh oh, I hope this doesn’t fell too 1990′s! :) LOL

      • Posted September 5, 2012 at 10:54 am by Jen the Librarian | Permalink

        No way! Fashion is cyclical, anyways. Wear what makes you happy, and never look back. :)

        • Posted September 5, 2012 at 11:16 am by Jenny | Permalink

          Ha ha, you are totally right Jen! It’s just nice when others consider you “on trend” too! :) LOL

  33. Posted September 4, 2012 at 12:49 pm by Jupe | Permalink

    I knew you were gonna be a new fav blog for me :) Love this outfit…the sequins are so much fun, and i like the contrasting textures of the jacket and skirt and shirt.

    <3 Cambria
    jupefashion.blogspot.com

    Check out my GIVEAWAY!!!!!!

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:50 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Awww, that is just so sweet!! Thanks so much Cambria!

  34. Posted September 4, 2012 at 12:57 pm by Clare | Permalink

    Love this. Love that skirt. The first pic was the one that convinced me of how awesome you look!
    Clare
    Understated Classics

  35. Posted September 4, 2012 at 2:32 pm by tiffany | Permalink

    That jacket and balenciaga are amazing!!

    XOXO,

    http://outfitidentifier.com/

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:50 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much Tiffany, and thanks for stopping by!

  36. Posted September 4, 2012 at 3:00 pm by Bonnie | Permalink

    Love the mix of sparkle and sheer!

  37. Posted September 4, 2012 at 3:20 pm by phiphisblog | Permalink

    what a great look! isn’t it great to find these treasures in your closet and they’re already there!!! you look awesome! xox P

    phiphisblog.com

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:51 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much P! I agree, I haven’t worn this jacket in probably 2 years, but it somehow feels very new and current again.

  38. Posted September 4, 2012 at 3:24 pm by Travel Deals | Permalink

    Love both the jacket and the skirt!

    - Allison

  39. Posted September 4, 2012 at 3:28 pm by Meredith | Permalink

    This whole outfit is perfect! I love the sparkle!
    Meredith
    http://www.createthatoutfit.com

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:52 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thank you for the sweet comment Meredith!

  40. Posted September 4, 2012 at 3:44 pm by Iva | Permalink

    I love how you styled everything! Looks great and girly.

  41. Posted September 4, 2012 at 4:14 pm by Libby | Permalink

    Yet another beautiful look! Can you just become my personal stylist and/or send your whole closet my way ;) That jacket is to die for!
    -XOXO-
    Libby at http://libbysoutlook.blogspot.com/

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:53 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Ha ha ha, of course Libby. . .anytime! :)

  42. Posted September 4, 2012 at 4:30 pm by Monica | Permalink

    Beautiful!!!!

    Monica from Fashion Koketi

  43. Posted September 4, 2012 at 4:41 pm by Laura | Permalink

    You look amazing! Adore the skirt and the jacket is perfect with it :) xo

  44. Posted September 4, 2012 at 4:50 pm by Sofia | Permalink
  45. Posted September 4, 2012 at 6:09 pm by wardrobe girls | Permalink

    so gorgeous! would you be interested in being featured on our blog?

    xo,

    cate
    Wardrobes I Met and Liked
    wardrobesimetandliked@gmail.com

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:55 am by Jenny | Permalink

      That is so sweet! I’ll definitely send you an e-mail!

  46. Posted September 4, 2012 at 6:21 pm by hannah BraidedBandit | Permalink

    Your outfit is stunning! The cream ad grey neutrals look amazing and the sparkle adds the perfect extra! Definitely would love to find a similar skirt!
    Hope you’re having a beautiful day!
    xo Hannah
    thebraidedbandit.blogspot.com

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:55 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much Hannah, and thanks for stopping by!

  47. Posted September 4, 2012 at 6:43 pm by Joanna | Permalink

    What a gorgeous jacket and skirt! I’m so in love with this outfit. Breathtaking! :)
    xo
    http://www.piesandpearls.com

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:55 am by Jenny | Permalink

      That is just so sweet! Thanks Joanna!

  48. Posted September 4, 2012 at 7:03 pm by Katie Frost | Permalink

    Oh, my! I am dying over this. You look amazingly gorgeous- seriously. I can’t even decide what I like most! LOVE :)

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:56 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Awww, Katie, you are too sweet. . . thank you!

  49. Posted September 4, 2012 at 7:23 pm by Inez | Permalink

    Everything is so cute, the jacket, slit pleated skirt, necklace and sequin top! Fabulous!

  50. Posted September 4, 2012 at 7:42 pm by Inés | Permalink

    Wow!Jenny look at you! I mean you look breathtaking in that outfit, PERFECT!

    Thank you for stopping by and commenting!
    I hope you are having a wonderful week!

    Big hugs!

    Inés
    SimplyClassyMe.blogspot.com

    • Posted September 5, 2012 at 8:57 am by Jenny | Permalink

      You are just so lovely and sweet Ines! Thank you so very much!

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