Thursday, December 16, 2010

Work the Leather

My go-to staple to complete an outfit is always my leather (or let's be real... faux leather) jacket. Holding true to my frugal deal-loving nature, I found mine at Target a couple years ago for around $30. I'm pleasantly surprised with how it's held up and the more versatile I find it to be, the more I fall in love. With the busy life of a college student, it's great to know that I can throw it on at anytime and it will polish off any look.


A few affordable options:


Forever 21
Target
Macy's (great sale: don't miss it!)



Don't be afraid of mixing it up. I love to see a harder piece with a softer look. Floral, lace and soft fabrics look really great paired with the leather.



When all else fails, I throw on a perfectly worn-in tee, a pair of dark skinny jeans and my leather jacket. You're guaranteed to always step out looking and feeling like a rockstar.


Fiery Red Leather Cocktail
Ingredients:
60 ml Whiskey
30 ml Triple Sec
Splash of Grenadine
Splash of Lemon Juice
Slice of Lime

Combine ice with ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Pour & finish off with the lime slice on the glass rim.
Enjoy frozen or on the rocks.

Recipe courtesy: Alex's Cocktail Recipes

3 comments:

  1. Great suggestions! I am now following on Google Friend Connect
    ~Giselle

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  2. I love jacket #2! And you're right, a leather jacket looks good even with softer outfits :)

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  3. There was a really amazing jacket at Forever recently. I love bargain finds.

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