Taking on the Trend: The Boyfriend's Back
and we're gonna be in trouble (because we've been stealing all his clothes.)
Seventy Two Changes
Seventy Two Changes designer, Jolin Tsai, showcases her Fall 09 collection while wearing her ruched sleeve boyfriend blazer.
WOOLIE BULLY: Free People's Woolie Jacket ($168) looks more like the tweed "acceptable" suit you wish your own boyfriend would throw away - yet, when layered over summer's hippie chic frocks and paired with knitted tights or socks, it works. We prefer the Olive and recommend that you don't size up - size down if possible - since we want you to look chic, not schlubby. Try it buttoned up and paired with an off-the-rack favorite this season, like a Victorian ruffled blouse. We envision the Wuthering Heights-esque Chanel ads and no one's complaining about that! Visit Free People in Greenwich or order online.
EXTRA PADDING: We love Taiwanese pop star, Jolin Tsai and L.A.M.B. co-founder, Ken Erman's new line, Seventy Two Changes. The collection features Asian-inspired street wear mixed with a little contemporary Hollywood office glamour, with a result that is shockingly sophisticated and covetable. The mini pop star herself was photographed promoting her collection in her rouched sleeve Boyfriend Blazer ($228). Slim, fitted shoulder pads and extra long lapels make this blazer work and can easily give your office-wear a daily edge. Find at Nordstrom in Farmington or order online.
GIMME GLAM: We've noticed mall brand Express has been riding the boyfriend blazer trend for a few seasons now, but this time we were particularly blown away by their metal stud-embellished Boyfriend Jacket ($98). Unless your boyfriend is Adam Lambert, the only "borrowed from the boys" feature of this jacket that we can see is extra hip-skimming length - but that's okay, we still love it. At a price that won't break the bank, this 3/4 sleeve wonder will pull together any outfit, from a plain-t and jeans to the longest of evening gowns.
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