Trendspotting: Jackets

Coco Chanel in her signature look.

We paid homage to Coco Chanel on this blog years ago, stating then, that her influence on the world of fashion has never ceased. If anything, I feel that it has become even stronger, and more relevant. Not only have the pieces she brought forth in her designs been interpreted, and reinterpreted time and time again, BUT she has everyone lusting for, and coveting them: daughters, mothers, grandmothers..."regular" folk to A-list celebrities, no one is immune. Whether or not they are aware of it, they have been (or should be) influenced by Chanel in one way or another.

Rachel Zoe in the "Jacket"

The "Jacket" is perhaps the most symbolic of all her creations. Whether or not an original, a jacket bearing any semblance to the iconic garment is automatically dubbed "Chanel-ish." Without even seeing it, an image of a tweed jacket is somehow conjured up in the mind...this is the power of the French design house, and more importantly, of the woman who started everything years and years ago.

Knowing all this, it should absolutely not be of any surprise that the "Chanel" jacket in all it's varying forms will once again be a trend come Spring. Those that know me, know that I love myself a good cardigan, BUT dare I say, I'm quite ready to move on and embrace the "Jacket." As mentioned previously, whether you believe it or not, we are "practical" girls at heart, and because of this, the jacket is an absolute must in every fashionista's closet: the perfect topper to any and all outfits.

What you don't want to do, is "proper-ize" this look. It is much more current and relevant to "edge" it up...try throwing said jacket over a graphic tee, skinny jeans, and boots...with a neck load of chains, pearls, crystals, and everything in between! If your tastes do run more right of centre, try pairing a (cropped) tweed jacket over a printed dress and booties.

*If this is a trend you're up for, we will be getting tons of jackets from Maison Scotch, Free People, Rebecca Taylor, and more.