January 28th, 2009
Cool Find: Dad’s Blazer
I actually have a habit of robbing my father’s closet. It’s filled with fun things like old school leather belts, vintage suits from the ’70s, and pina barongs he doesn’t use anymore.
My recent find: a beige blazer, complete with boxy shoulder pads.
I think it comes with a pair of flared trousers but I have yet to try those on. I’ve worn it with a cute onesie and fishnets and again with a long tux shirt, khaki shorts, and pumps. (Father said I looked like I had no pants on. Haha!)
I got the idea from http://karlascloset.blogspot.com
Her blog is widely followed, so much so that American Apparel tapped her to do a campaign for them. (Click here to see.)
Anyhow, in this entry she talks about a Lanvin blazer she originally purchased for her father. It turned out to be too small for him and she found herself the proud new owner of the jacket. I like how she’s paired it with a minidress and heels making it both sexy and feminine. (And so 80s!)
The blazer, or in this case the boyfriend blazer, is also a hot trend for Spring/Summer 2009. (You all really should have a look at the Trend Report that comes gratis with the January-February 2009 issue of Preview)
Father has been telling everyone from family to co-workers about how I found his old suit and I’ve taken to wearing it. “I’m still trying to figure out if I was that small (in build) when I was younger or if you’re just big,” he says.
Gee, thanks dad!
Isha.
Tags: Blazer, Karla's Closet
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We heart Karla (and her Closet)! I personally think your dad’s blazer is very, very Chloe-on-Kate B.
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