Fall fashion is here and this is the best time for you to invest in a tweed jacket, if you have yet to own a piece. Some may frown upon trends and fads, but I think it is important to keep yourself updated not just in your skills but also your appearance! The key is knowing what suits your body, personality and style and not follow fashion blindly. So I am going to share some style tips on how to make tweed work for your body and ..... our weather! Whilst not many of us can afford the gorgeous Chanel boucle (pronounced "boo-clay) jacket, there are many versions of the iconic jacket at a fraction of the high couture price. Mango, Zara, Warehouse - these are some of the shops where you can get high street fashion at low prices. Vintage shops like Granny's Day-Out and Deja Vu Vintage are also great places to hunt for something classic and 80's and one of a kind piece. So go check them out.
Look for tweed jackets in lightweight wool fabric which will be nice for cooler days and an air-conditioned environment. For those who are petite (1.57m and below), avoid heavy texture style as it will overpower you due to the extreme contrast in size and weight. And for the well-endowed, too much texture will only add more bulk at the wrong places. Fabric texture also relates directly to facial skin texture. For example, the rough-textured tweed will emphasise a rough skin or any imperfections on the face. A better choice will be a smoother texture.
Tweed jackets are classy, simple, elegant and versatile. You don't need a lot of accessories as the jacket itself already has a lot of details like edges trimmed in braid, ribbon, satin or even fur, ornate buttons and pockets. Avoid wearing tweed from top to bottom as you make look matronly or boring. Contrast in textures is more interesting and appealing. For example, pair your tweed jacket (rough/dull) with a silk (smooth/shiny) pleated skirt and classic ballerina flats for that romantic look. When worn with jeans, the look is young and hip. For a quirky image, pair tweed with cargos or tailored shorts and opened-toe booties. To take you from work to play, just throw on a sexy silky camisole underneath the jacket or pair it with velvet pants.
WIth all the tips given above, I hope you will be inspired to get a tweed jacket and experiment with different ways of wearing it.
“A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous.” (Coco Chanel quote)
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