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I was a bit worried about this striped jacket looking a little too boxy, but I think it’s actually not so bad if styled correctly! The jacket is a soft knit material and I was surprised to discover it being much less structured than even a typical blazer. While it does make the jacket a bit more casual, it also gives it a much more feminine silhouette. I layered it over an untucked pink shirt to create the illusion of a longer torso and threw on some skinny jeans and a statement necklace for an easy, everyday look!
I also wanted to share a diy for those necklaces that are sometimes just a bit too short with a particular outfit. To make a quick necklace extension for those with lobster claw clasp closures, I string together a few safety pins as shown below. I can chain as few or as many as needed to adjust the necklace to the perfect length. It’s a super easy trick and great for those necklaces that just need a few more inches. Given that the back of my necklaces are usually covered by either my hair or tucked under a collared blouse, no one has been the wiser. 🙂
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Hey that's a smart idea! 🙂 I've just bought a similar blouse in light pink, so this look here is a nice inspiration how to pair it with a wide striped jacket. Thanks for the inspiration & extension necklace DIY!
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Rathana xo FabFashionaire
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That striped jacket is so nice! 🙂 And great tip for the necklaces too – I get frustrated now and then when the necklace I want to wear doesn't sit nicely with the neckline of what I'm wearing, never thought to try safety pins! 🙂
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Absolutely in love the blazer!! Such a relxed and causual friday look!!!
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I've totally done the safety pin thing before. Such a good tip! I love this jacket on you! It looks great with the rose blouse!
Gorgeous pairing!
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Love it 🙂
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I have that jacket and love it! I really like how you styled it and that necklace is great!
Nicole
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Love this look on you! Very cute! Hahaha I've done this with my necklaces that have "broke" before, but great trick for lengthening too!
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What a great trick for lengthening the necklace! I have a few necklaces that would be cuter as a long pendant. I'm definitely doing this.
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The jacket is not boxy at all and is actually quite flattering on you.
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I love this outfit! So classy and put together, and those heels look smashing with your skinny jeans.