Fall 2010 Trend: Tailored Jackets

By Allison Mequel

Tailored jackets are all the rage for the fall 2010 fashion season. Just about every designer’s fall collection consists of some type of jacket, from the staple jean, leather and tweed jackets to bold-colored velvet creations.

What’s really exciting about this trend is the use of playful silhouettes consisting of bold shoulder pads, military cuts and classic tailored lines. Great patterns like houndstooth and animal prints, layered with lush knit sweaters and smooth lines create the perfect mix of textures and comfort.

At Encore Boutique we get new merchandise every week and we currently have three racks of jackets of all colors, shapes, sizes and textures. There’s too many to highlight them all, but here are a few of my personal favorites, with a preview of fabulous coats for this winter:

Bold Prints: Inspired by Houndstooth

STYLE TIP: These jackets are classic pieces and are must-haves for your wardrobe. Wear them with your favorite pair of jeans and a crisp collar shirt/sweater and ankle boots. Add a scarf and a great belt to enhance your look.




Ellen Tracy, Jill Michelle and Tulle Jackets - Available at Encore Boutique

 

Textured & Tailored

STYLE TIP: My favorite part about any outfit is adding the accessories, and this fall it’s all about the oversized jewelry. Adding a bold piece of jewelry to a simple tailored jacket and coupling that with leather boots and an oversized handbag is sure to score you major fashion points this season.




Laundry (Velvet), Peck & Peck (Animal Print) & L.K. Collection (Draped Silhouette)
Available at Encore Boutique

 

Winter Coat Preview

Pick out your head-turning winter coat now! Warning: these fabulous coats are not for the timid. Be a trendsetter in a printed, fur or tweed trench coat.




Coach, Arden B (100% Fur) and Beth Bowley Coats
Available at Encore Boutique