Last week, I was looking for something cozy that would take me to work and an after-work concert at the Kennedy Center — with a walk in-between. I found this great boiled jacket in my very own closet. Last seen by you in 2017.
Who doesn’t love boiled wool? That’s a rhetorical question because the answer has to be: No one.
When I bought this jacket, I didn’t like the white buttons and planned to change them. Remember: changing the buttons on a jacket is the quickest and easiest way to change its look — and upgrading to better buttons will substantially improve the look.
Rather than make this change immediately, however, I paused. And I am so glad that I did, because looking at the jacket in these photos, I’m kind of thinking that the buttons make the jacket.
Let me interrupt this post to tell you that when we took these photos, it was really cold and windy. It was hard to get photos in which my hair and pants (which are a tropical weight wool) were not blown into bizarre shapes. The wind wrought havoc on my curls or, as a previous hairstylist referred to them, “cowlicks.”
Taking a step back, I have to say that the jacket is made by its great cut. Traditional boiled wool jackets are boxy, but this one has a very nice shape that flares below the waist.
But the white buttons provide a terrific graphic punch in an otherwise monochromatic outfit. Do note that my pants are a lighter black — a light black — than the jacket. That was my intention.
I like this outfit equally well with the blouse tucked-in and untucked. Good to know!
The walk from my office to the Kennedy Center is a very Washington stroll. I walk through the plaza in front of the Treasury Department, the White House, and the Old Executive Office Building, past the back side of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund, through the George Washington University campus, and end at the Watergate Complex. At night, with everything lit up, it’s magical and I always feel a little surprised to realize that this is where I live.
Look what else I stumbled across when getting ready for work! A stash (my stash) of David Yurman bracelets that sat out the pandemic in a drawer. I bought these bracelets more than 20 years ago, when I was a young associate. They were such a good investment.
Jacket, blouse, and pants: JCrew all! Pieces range from — no joke — 8-18 years old
Fantastic post. Totally agree with you on heifer of buttons. I have my grandmother’s button box and it serves up endless treasures.
I hate autocorrect! I meant the “issue” of buttons, not heifer.
I was wondering! 🙂
I love that you keep clothes for the long haul! Me too! Sloth-like behavior has its merits. Love the little jacket and especially like the “devil may care” attitude about mismatching black fabrics. I’m also digging your pop of red with the bag.
Excellent example of shopping in your own closet! Is that how I should be storing my jewelry??
Very nice outfit! Echoing Sharla, the red bag is a nice pop of color as well. I also like your bracelets. Enjoyed this post very much!
Wow, I’m truly impressed by the elegant collection showcased on your website! Each piece exudes sophistication and style, making it a delight to explore. From the beautifully designed dresses to the chic accessories, it’s evident that a lot of care and attention to detail has gone into curating this collection.