Jackie O. Style, Part Three: The Trench Coat

Hey guys! Today I'm back with the third installment of "Jackie O. Style" So far we've covered two must-have accessories (sunnies and pearls - see below for the links), and this post we'll be dealing with outerwear. The trench coat has been known for many years as the epitome of chic, and it really is. Throw it on over a party dress, you look fab. Wear one with jeans, ballet flats, and a tee - you look flawless. Not to mention the weather-proofing virtues of one of these posh little puppies. For the most wearability (not an actual word, I know), invest in the quintessential beige. I selected almost nothing but coats in this classic shade, but several have their own special embellishments and cuts. However, there are plenty of trenches available in sassy colors and prints (green? pink? yellow? leopard?) and other neutrals (black? navy blue, anyone?) to please literally everybody.

Jackie O. Style, Part Three: The Trench Coat

1. Banana Republic // 2. Target // 3. Burberry // 4. Kate Spade // 5. J. Crew // 6. Michael Michael Kors

Hope you've enjoyed reading, and hope you all can find room in your closet for this true essential!

XOXO,
Kate

"As obedient children, let yourselves be pulled into a way of life shaped by God's life, a life energetic and blazing with holiness." - 1 Peter 1:15, the Message Bible

See also: Jackie O. Style, Part One: Sunnies; Jackie O. Style, Part Two: Pearls

Disclaimer: These photos of Jackie are not mine, nor do I claim them to be. They had already been clipped to Polyvore by another user and I used them in my set. If you would like them removed, please contact me and I will do so immediately. Thank you.

A Night at the Theater

Marc Jacobs double breasted coat, $369
Jimmy Choo slip on shoes, $495
Kate Spade metallic clutch, $225

I chose this cute, dressed-up look for something fun and fancy, like a trip to the theater. One of my favorite things about this outfit is its color-palette. The bright pink, navy blue, and kelly greens lend it a really preppy and playful feel. The pieces are all very classic and the bright pops of color liven them up just so. The shoes add the perfect amount of sparkle.

XOXO,
Kate

Wardrobe Basics

 "You spend so much money filling your entire closet and then at the end you only wear like ten things. Why not make your whole closet about those ten things?" - Jean Yang

The quotation above is a  great fashion philosophy to live by. Sticking with the classics and essentials is always an amazingly wise choice when it comes to clothing. Recently I've been trying to think twice before I hop on the trend train and really go for investment pieces instead, and my wardrobe has been thanking me. One benefit of investing in wardrobe staples is that you can work with them and mold them into nearly any look you like. As I've said before, that's really what my blog is all about - putting a new twist on something timeless.

Wardrobe Basics by Pretty Keen 
Above are 10 things I consider to be apparel basics. It's not so much about the brand they are but the pieces themselves and their versatility, which will truly last a lifetime. I know the color palate is pretty muted, but neutrals are most flexible. If you could only buy ten things to keep in your closet, it'd be a wise choice to make them these.
Top row from left: black blazer, trench coat, little black dress, basic tee, crisp white button-down.
Bottom row from left: pearl necklace, black flats, nude heels, dark-wash jeans, pencil skirt.

Click on image for full product listing. 

Much love and happy wardrobe building,
Kate

MNG by Mango Contest

I was on Polyvore today and I saw there was a contest going on by MNG by Mango (available at JCPenney). Basically, the rules are you have to use at least one item by the brand in your set. Well, I ended up producing several sets I'm really very pleased with, all of which I would wear myself and are extrememly versatile. Enjoy. :)

Stylish Prep by ShesSoStylish on Polyvore.com

MNG by mango, $45
Cord short, 18 GBP
Tory Burch wedge heel sandal, $175
Tory Burch straw tote, 329 GBP
Chopard bracelet

Chic by ShesSoStylish on Polyvore.com

MNG by Mango long sleeve top, $48
Miss Selfridge high waisted black pants, 40 GBP
Christian Louboutin high heel pumps, $895
Valentino black tote, 1,319 GBP
Dahlia white jewelry, $130
Biba gold cocktail ring, 2,750 GBP

Metallic Classics by ShesSoStylish on Polyvore.com

MNG by Mango woven dress, $110
TopShop trench coat, $180
Ballerina flat, $275
Marc Jacobs studded handbag, 888 GBP
Juicy Couture multi chain necklace, $168
Lipstick - Red 13 w-c, $28
Red nailpolish from H&M (www.hm.com)

Striking Stripes by ShesSoStylish on Polyvore.com

MNG by Mango boatneck top, $40
Star by Julien Macdonald dark blue jean, 45 GBP
Sperry shoes, $84
London Undercover flap handbag, $300
Milly nautical jewelry, $165

Nautical Fun by ShesSoStylish on Polyvore.com

MNG by Mango shirt dress, $80
Forever21 espadrilles wedge, $25
Kate Spade dog tote bag, $295

Love,
Kate

A Nautical Winter

A Nautical Winter by PrettyKeen featuring blue dresses
Classic and gorgeous. So uptown and clean. All of these pieces are marvy for a woman to have in her wardrobe.
Love,
Kate