As you know, January and February in New York is brutally cold and taking outfit photos outside can be torture. So, for the next eight Mondays I'll be sharing how to wear one piece, two ways. It's a little different from the typically street photos, but shooting inside the {warm} studio will allow for me to show you more details in the outfit...instead of just wearing an oversized coat and scarf. And don't worry, I'll continue to have my normal outfit posts on Wednesdays and Fridays. Hope you enjoy today's post!
The classic black blazer. This is one of my staples in my closet. This blazer is worn at the office and after hours. There are so many different ways that you can style this blazer. Today, I'm just going to show you two.
A few recommendations when purchasing a black blazer:
1. First and foremost, make sure it fits perfectly. If it means taking it to a tailor, take it to a tailor. If you want to take the hassle out of taking it to a tailor, Nordstrom and J.Crew offer free tailoring to card holders. If you're a frequent buyer at either store, it's worth having a card to get the tailoring.
2. Make sure it looks good buttoned up or unbuttoned. I'd opt for 1-2 buttons. Anything more can be a little too excessive.
Statement pieces don't mean you have to make a big an investment, just take the time to find something that you'll wear for years.
Day: This is a traditional black suit, but I paired it with a jeweled collar top to add more character to the outfit. A white button down shirt can be a little too corporate, at times.
Night: Wearing a black blazer with a festive skirt and statement belt can bring all the life to your outfit. In retrospect, I'd recommend bringing the belt up a tad so it hits the smallest part of my waist. For a black blazer, I stuck with gold accessories. I also rolled up the sleeves for a more casual look.
Hope you enjoyed the look. Here's an example on making your closet more versatile. When going out with friends, don't forget about your "work" clothes. They also look great in the party scene!
Day Outfit:
Night Outfit:
BCBGMaxazria Belt (similar at Anthropologie)
Photos by Lydia Hudgens
