I rarely purchase anything during the fall season since the golden hues are not flattering on my skin tone, but I recently found three items to add to my collection. Shopping tip: The cool, clear colors of the winter season are perfect for those of us with blue undertones.
Jacket here. Jeans here. Tank here. Bag here. Similar booties here. My no-show socks are here.
The fully lined knit jacket’s style is very forgiving, and the eggplant color is flattering on almost everyone. I avoid knit blazers which quickly lose their shape. However, the seamed style of this casual jacket is very comfortable and versatile. I can throw it on over faded jeans and sneakers to run to the grocery store or take it up a few notches with black slightly bootcut jeans, as I’ve shown you here. The hero pieces are the ones you can wear in many ways, but they always make you feel like the best version of yourself.
Vest here. Jeans here. Shirt here. Similar booties here. Bag here. No-show socks are here.
I have always enjoyed wearing a vest, so I know this one will get a lot of use. It is linen, fully lined, and has a collar. It’s almost like wearing a blazer without the bulk. A vest is flattering on my inverted triangle shape because it breaks the volume of the upper body into smaller vertical lines.
Love the eggplant jacket. Are you going to change the gold buttons?
The buttons are too beautiful to change, so I will style around them.
Susan, do you think jeggings and combat boots are outdated this year? What is your opinion?
Jeggings with combat boots are a very contemporary look. I’ll be wearing mine on rainy days when I need to run an errand.
Love the eggplant jacket, by the way!
Love the eggplant jacket too. I love a vest over a long sleeved tee. I live in the south and our winter is fairly mild so this combination works well.
In your photo, the sleeves of the lovely eggplant jacket are the same length as the bottom of the jacket. On the store site, the sleeves are much longer than the jacket bottom. Dd you have the sleeves tailored?
I did not alter the jacket.
You look great! Did you size up on the white blouse?
I bought a size 10 since the size 8 gapped in the front.
Susan, would you mind telling us the size you purchased in the eggplant jacket and the vest? Thank you.
I purchased a size medium in the vest and a size 10 in the jacket.
I have a question. I notice you wear a lot of sleeveless tops under your jackets. What do you do when you get home and take off your jacket?
It depends on the weather. I may put on a light cardigan or change to a 3/4 sleeve tee.
I love that jacket but it looks very bright purple in the picture. Is it a true eggplant or more purple?
It is a dark purple or brownish-purple color.
Susan, thanks for the Beauty Counter lipstick color. But please share what other products your wearing from the line. I’ve ordered Beauty Counter before and like the products.
My skincare routine is here. I’ve been using Beautycounter products since 2017 and I love them!
Looks like you could wear the vest over the striped top, too. I also have broad shoulders and find vests to be flattering and not as bulky as jackets. I love this look!
Love the eggplant jacket on you. The color is so flattering. I too like to wear vests for the the streamlined look it gives me.
I am also cool-toned, and have found that the one “fall” color that works well for me is burgundy. I can style it with navy, gray, icy pink or forest green and look seasonal without having to use warm colors that would wash me out. Love the jacket!
You always look well put together.
Thank you!
Thank you Susan. Lovely choices.
Beautiful photos! Do you line your lips before using the lip color? Thank you for all your inspiration!
I fill in my lips and line them with a Lancome pencil Caprice here. I blot and then add my lip color and blot again. The color lasts longer and stays in place much better.
I love the eggplant color and it looks so nice with your silver hair. Chic.
There is an 8 piece capsule right there that can be mixed and matched. I love that about your clothes you show us. They all work smoothly together. Easily dressed up or down.
Love the looks, PS your hair looks great….
I Need your help, I love your belt is that a once inch? or larger ? Want a square silver buckle black belt…That stands up well on the waist, found a brown one, need a black one…help
The belt is two inches wide with a silver buckle. Here is a similar one and there are also other similar belts on the same site.
I’m glad you do not except free items to try, Like what you share with us and what you have bought, because you like the style and it fits in with the rest of your clothes style and it is made to last you. Your style always looks good on you. My closet has made a 80 degree about face since I have started watching you. I wear things that I like and feels good on me and I choose things that go with other thing I have in the closet. You have made a big difference in my clothes and me. Thank You for being around and showing us how to dress with the best buys. Stay Safe till the next time. Give my regards to Mr. M
I find your blog refreshing. Your give your readers great information on how to dress . What works best on your shape and tips on how we can achieve this. I’m finding many of the style bloggers are turning into advertising sites for certain name brands. You let us know where to find clothes ,but it is not your main focus. Thank you ! I enjoy all you put into your blog please don’t change a thing and don’t fully retire any time soon.
I commend you for not accepting the FREE gifts because as a reader it is refreshing to be able to read someone’s BLOG without having pop ups everywhere!!
for curiosity…..how many purses do you own?? pretty much every post there is a different post. I am in awe.
Thanks Susan, love your blog.
I own way too many handbags, but some were gifts, and I’ve been collecting them for many years. Accessorizing has always been my favorite part of getting dressed since those items always fit.
I truly enjoy your blog as I am retired and do not need to wear suits and dress pants anymore but I still like to look put together
I purchased leopard print ballerina shoes several years ago. The shoes were not comfortable wearing no foot covering or wearing knee high hose. I decided to try the ultra-low no show socks that you had posted. They are wonderful!!! The shoes now feel comfortable.
The mid-cut work wonderfully with driving mocs.
Thank you so much for introducing us to the no-show socks.
Bev
I find the same thing to be true with some of my shoes. Some shoes are just not comfortable without socks of some sort. I’m glad you enjoy the Sheec socks also.
I’m glad you have figured out your style so well. Helping others do this would be great!!
I hope that the tips I share in each blog post help others figure out what works for them.
Hi Susan,
Can you please tell me where you purchased your “perfect white shirt,” my desk top computer is having a challenge picking up on the link.
Thank you
The shirt is from Talbots. I’m sorry the link won’t take you directly to it.
I follow your blog (and your inspiration ) for many many years. You have helped me enormously to have a better life.
I have changed slowly my wardrobe Now, I open my closet and find happily what I need!
Thank you for the lovely comment. I’m so happy that what I share has been helpful to you.
you are like me golden hues does not flatter my cool tone skn
I love wearing vests too, it’s my third piece to my outfit, replacing a blazer but I like soft cardigans
your purple jacket and black vest looks great on you,
thanks for sharing
ps I have a disability with MS I cannot wear any pants with zippers and buttons
just pull on pants
looking for nice pants or jeans to wear
The best pull-on smooth fitting pants I’ve found are Slimsation slacks and jeans here.
I ordered a starter pack of the sock liners- they really are the best ever . Thanks for telling us about them . Planning order more !
I’m so glad you are happy with them!