Blazers & Jackets :The Fashionable Housewife

Not Your Mother’s Pendleton Wool

November 16th, 2011 by Sara Cornell

When I think of the brand Pendleton I think of warm blankets and wooly home accessories, and occasionally the name brings to mind conservative woolen outfits and prim and proper clothing. This is what I see:

Image courtesy of Pendleton-usa.com

Image courtesy of Pendleton-usa.com

So imagine my surprise when I stumbled across this AWESOME dress from Pendleton for Opening Ceremony.

Pendleton for Opening Ceremony Pencil Dress $599 at Shopbop.com

According to the Shopbop.com web site …”Fashion rebels at Opening Ceremony, known for their avant-garde boutiques in New York, Los Angeles, and Tokyo, discovered a partner in heritage textiler Pendleton when they visited century-old woolen mills in Oregon in 2009. The result of their collaboration is Pendelton Meets Opening Ceremony, a collection of artfully constructed pieces in timeless plaids, intricate patterns, and brilliant hues. Inspired by American legends and world travelers, this line brings out the stylish free spirit in all.”

Image courtesy of Pendleton for Opening Ceremony

Image courtesy of Pendleton for Opening Ceremony

Image courtesy of Pendleton for Opening Ceremony

I love these jackets and the messenger bag! The mini skirt is fantastic. The vibrant colors are great for the dreary winter months, and bold prints can work for daytime casual as well as downtown funk. Definitely not your mother’s Pendleton! You can find most of these pieces, along with many other vibrant selections at Openingceremony.us/.

Posted in Blazers & Jackets, Dresses & Skirts, Fall Fashion, Fashion Advice, Shopping, Winter Fashion Related Topics: Fall Fashion, fashion, Pendleton for Opening Ceremony, Pendleton Wool, Shopbop.com, Shopping

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MichaelSimon.Com Giveaway (Over $150 Value) CLOSED

August 15th, 2011 by Amanda Davis

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We were very excited to start working with Michael Simon. Their clothing is feminine, eye catching and oh so quality. Check out some of our favorite looks!

We are pretty sure that the embellishments and somethin’ somethin’ Micheal Simon brings to the fashion table is truly different. The attention to detail and simple elegance is something to be admired… and yes, we do admire them (and their gorgeous duds).

So, being that the folks at Michael Simon are suuuuuuper nice and suuuuuuuuper giving, they have offered one of our readers the excellent opportunity to pick anything they want off of their website. Isn’t that awesome?! So you want to enter? I know you do.

Mandatory Entry: Visit Michael Simon and let us know what your favorite item is!

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Note: You must leave 1 comment per entry. Extra entries will NOT be counted unless you leave a NEW comment for each one (not a reply).

Contest runs from August 15th till August 28th 2011. Last chance to enter is August 28th at 11:59pm ET Winner will be chosen with Random.org and notified by email within 7-14 days of contest end and asked for full name, address and phone number (for shipping purposes). If no response is given within 48 hours, a different winner will be chosen, so please be sure to check your email!

Entrants must be 18 or older and located in the US only.

Prize will be provided and shipped by a third party. We will of course make sure all prizes are fulfilled, but we are not responsible for fulfillment, nor for missing or damaged prizes.

Posted in Blazers & Jackets, Contests & Giveaways, Shirts & Blouses, Shopping Related Topics: Cardigans, embellished tees, Giveaway, michealsimon.com

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Latest Trend: Blazers and Shorts… Together

August 2nd, 2011 by Amanda Davis

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Some of our favorite fashionistas are stepping out in shorty shorts and cute blazers but is this something you ladies would shoot around town in? We think it’s a great way to show off the gams but add that little splash of “sassy business” to a look.

Katie Holmes, Hilary Duff and Jessica Simpson via People Style Watch

And because we love to shop (and we assume you do too), we thought we would put together some cute sets to satisfy our urge to recreate these celebrity looks.

What do you think ladies? Have you tried this look? Will you try it? Discuss!

	Gold Button Blazer $60 – topshop.com
	G by GUESS Gloria Knit Blazer $50 – gbyguess.com
	Jacket $24 – hm.com
	Bullhead Single Roll Vintage Indigo Short $33 – pacsun.com
	Old Navy Womens Distressed Denim Shorts (3 1/2) $25 $20 – oldnavy.gap.com
	&Denim Denim Shorts $33 – hm.com

Posted in Blazers & Jackets, Celebrity Styles, Fashion Advice, Shopping, Summer Fashion Related Topics: Blazers, celebrity looks for less, get the look for less, hilary duff, Jessica Simpson, Katie Holmes, Shorts

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Banana Republic Creates New “Mad Men” Line

June 27th, 2011 by Amanda Davis

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The Banana Republic unit of Gap Inc., which has teamed up previously with “Mad Men” for marketing promotions, is doing so again this summer with what will be their most extensive joint effort to date. The centerpiece of the new promotion is a collection of men’s and women’s fashions, to be sold in Banana Republic stores and online, based on how the characters on “Mad Men” look.

There will be 65 items in the so-called capsule collection, which are to carry co-branded labels bearing the logos of “Mad Men” and Banana Republic. The merchandise is to be priced the same as similar regular items sold in Banana Republic stores and on bananarepublic.com.

The clothing and accessories like suits, dresses, ties, sweaters, hats, skirts, coats and blouses are influenced by “Mad Men,” which takes place in the 1960s. But they are intended to reflect the sensibilities — and the fit requirements — of contemporary shoppers.

The “Mad Men” collection is to come out in August, when the AMC cable channel was expected to be presenting episodes of the show’s fifth season. (The first four seasons made their debuts from summer 2007 through summer 2010.) However, a dispute between AMC and Matthew Weiner, the creator of the series, has delayed Season 5 until early 2012.

via Stylebistro

Posted in Blazers & Jackets, Dresses & Skirts, Shopping Related Topics: Banana Republic, gap inc, mad men, retro fashion

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What I Want Now…

January 7th, 2011 by Sara Cornell

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I LOVE this jacket! It’s so bright and festive and unexpected…and so impractical! I’ve already thought of 3 ways to style it (remember my new year resolution…) and now I just have to wait for it to go on sale. Maybe I’ll be over it by then!

Parker Sequin Cluster Jacket $320 at Cusp

What crazy fashion pieces are you obsessing over? Send us a comment and let us know…

Posted in Blazers & Jackets, Fashion Advice, Shopping, Winter Fashion Related Topics: Celebrity Fashion, Cusp, Outfit Ideas, Sequin Jackets, Shopping

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Review of Details Black Cotton Knit Jacket from SmartBargains.com

November 10th, 2010 by The Fashionable Housewife

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I love SmartBargains.com because not only can you get the items you missed out on during a Rue La La sample sale but you can get tons of other amazing designer brands at prices you can actually afford.

When looking for a new Fall jacket, I checked out Smart Bargains first. I found the Details Black Cotton Knit Jacket w/Hood and knew it was going to be perfect. It looked like exactly that type of jacket I was looking for.

Their websites says…

Soft black cotton knit jacket with hood from Details. Approximately 27in from shoulder to hem, Long sleeves approximately 27.5in with 5in cuff and tab with button closure.

Rounded neck with hood, five-button center front closure, fixed button straps at both sides of waist with belt loops at waist and two lower front slip pockets along with front and back princess seams. Medium weight.

Shell: 80% cotton, 20% polyester
Lining: 100% polyester

The jacket arrived in just a few days and I was sooooo happy! It fit perfect and it was exactly what I was looking for!!

My Review

Sizing : Feels true to size
Length : Feels true to length
Pros : Flattering, High Quality, Warm, Stylish, Versatile, Comfortable, Blocks Wind
Cons : Not Water Resistant
Best Uses : Wear To Work, Casual Wear, Best For Busy Moms, Wear to School
Describe Yourself : Trendy/Stylish Dresser

This jacket is perfect for busy moms. I looked all over the place for a warm comfortable jacket that I could easily move in. I’m carrying a 2 month old who is breastfeeding and I wanted a coat I didn’t have to take off to nurse. This jacket has everything! Soft, moves with your body like your favorite sweatshirt, but looks like a pea coat! I just love this coat and would buy another one in a different color if it were available! Highly recommend!!!!

Price: $60.00 $22.38 (After extra 30% off discount)

Where: SmartBargains.com

New customers get free shipping on purchases over $100 at SmartBargains.com!

Posted in Blazers & Jackets, Fall Fashion, Outerwear & Coats, Winter Fashion Related Topics: black cotton jacket, coat, Details, fall coat, fall jacket, Jacket, knit jacket, Review, Smart Bargains, SmartBargains.com

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Trend Alert: Boyfriend Blazers for Fall 2010

November 2nd, 2010 by The Fashionable Housewife

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Go back to school this fall with cool collegiate style! As seen on Gwyneth Paltrow, Katie Holmes and Rachel Bilson, this look is sure to put some prep in your step this season.

Moms, this one is for you! Boyfriend blazers are the easiest way to turn a t-shirt and jeans into a presentable outfit. Invest in the perfect boyfriend blazer and always have it at the door, so you can throw it on no matter what you’re wearing.

Here are some fabulous boyfriend blazers I recommend…

Necessary Objects Junior’s Boyfriend Blazer
Price: $18.99