https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:30:17 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum/page/2#post-1475216 Thu, 16 Apr 2015 02:52:21 +0000 Anonymous 1475216@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm also the petite/busty/broad-shouldered trifecta, for what it's worth, and I got this Gap denim jacket last year that I like a lot. It <i>is</i> kind of cropped and boxy, but I wear it mostly with dresses, so the shape balances those more than it might with pants. I'm wondering why this kind of "classic" denim jacket works for me when it apparently doesn't for a lot of people and I think it's because my style is sort of feminine RATE, so it feels right because it adds a grounding, casualizing RATE touch to the girly summer dresses I keep gravitating to.</p> <p>I think both jackets you tried on look good, although the second one seems to have a bit more of the edge that fits the little I know of your style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum/page/2#post-1475188 Thu, 16 Apr 2015 02:01:56 +0000 Marina 1475188@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like traditional denim jacket style too, but I think they are casual and casual only. I had one I'd stolen from my father. I would usually use it with simple flared summer dresses or flared jeans. It was a little bit over sized, but I liked the masculine/feminine contrast in those looks. Then my brother borrowed it from me and never gave it back :/&nbsp;</p> <p>Nowadays I have a denim jacket in dark blue that is the exact opposite - totally feminine. It has a blazer structure w/ well defined X shape, but with conventional denim finish, so it still looks like a denim jacket instead of looking like a blazer made of denim. It is versatile enough to go out at night, barbecue party, work, happy hour or just go to the market. Love it.</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum/page/2#post-1475031 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 20:24:29 +0000 KikiG 1475031@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jean jackets are tricky, is my experience with short and busty.&nbsp; You have to watch scale, fabrication, and most importantly, pocket placement.&nbsp; See Kelly Clarkson? She's not tiny, and she's got boobs.&nbsp; Her jean jacket is hitting her just below her smallest place on her body, and the pockets are well above her bust line.&nbsp; They are also a nice size, which visually lifts the bust.&nbsp; She's is totally rocking her outfit.&nbsp; </p> <p>WHBM has two cute jean jackets right now, you might want to look at them.&nbsp; My experience is that even their regular clothing is scaled more petite than a lot of petite lines.&nbsp; </p> <p></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum/page/2#post-1475028 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 20:21:58 +0000 Angie 1475028@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rabbit, you're sweet to chime in - and I didn't mean to put you on the spot like that. (((HUGS))). I appreciate your extra explanations - I'm slow on the uptake today. You make complete sense.&nbsp;</p> <p>Ann, to Rabbit's point, the mixed media plays an important role - as does the lack of chest pockets. I have two other denim jackets, but have only worn this one for three years.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum/page/2#post-1475016 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 20:06:09 +0000 dashielle (Ann) 1475016@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In addition to the mixed media nature, I love the lack of front pockets and pocket buttons on yours Angie. Not needing any increased focal points there for me, so I may keep searching. Also, I really disliked the buttons that many put on the back waistband. Trying to sit anywhere where there is adequate lumbar support makes those puppies dig into your back! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum/page/2#post-1475005 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 19:54:42 +0000 rabbit 1475005@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ha, apologies for being incoherent <b></b>Angie<b></b>. :)</p> <p>No those outfits TOTALLY work of course -- and I was mainly talking about my own difficulty putting some outfits together with a denim jacket &nbsp;- not another persons. &nbsp; Part of why I think those outfits particularly work is that its a mixed media denim jacket in a dark wash --- very far from rural america Levis denim in a traditional <u></u>size<u></u> and cut. &nbsp;Also the the graphic, playful, and strong feminine elements really balance it to my eye if that makes sense. &nbsp;</p> <p>I do wear a denim jacket and like it a fair amount, and would probably get into a mixed media dark one, &nbsp;but it's not an 'all-purpose' topper for me if that makes sense. &nbsp; Their are some combinations where it detracts rather than adds to the overall impression when I try it on. &nbsp;Some combos where it's a great touch though.</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum/page/2#post-1474992 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 19:32:01 +0000 Angie 1474992@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like both Ann, but would probably like to see a shorter version too.&nbsp;</p> <p>Rabbit, I tried to understand your reasoning but failed. I think you mean that these outfits don't work. Is that right?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474982 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 19:15:08 +0000 Suz 1474982@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting responses! It sounds as if it may be a combination of body type and style...</p> <p>I have three of them and love them. One's a cropped, faded, distressed (so super soft) version that is great to casualize a dress or dressier trousers. One's white. I wear both of these exclusively in spring/ summer.&nbsp;</p> <p>The other is mixed media with leather sleeves; it's a bit darker and longer. I wear it exclusively in F/W, again, to "dress down" dresses and skirts, as a rule.&nbsp;</p> <p>But I'm the opposite body type -- small busted (bust? what bust??) with square but not broad shoulders.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474975 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 18:50:27 +0000 Sara L. 1474975@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've never been able to find one either.&nbsp; I just don't like how stiff they are and I always feel uncomfortable in them.&nbsp; Plus, they're so casual and I already wear jeans on casual days and as others have said, I don't like the denim on denim look.&nbsp; If you find one that works for you, that's great, but don't feel like you have to have one.&nbsp; There may be something out there that works better for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474955 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 17:50:57 +0000 crutcher 1474955@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have an oversized white denim that I wear a lot...It is always on spot...I like the clean lines and the polished look..yup polished with a denim jacket...As Marley said, when you find the right one, you will know it...I guess I found Ms. Right...best... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474924 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 17:00:36 +0000 kellygirl 1474924@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I felt like I needed a denim jacket forever and had purchased quite a few that I hardly ever wore. I think I purged them all after buying the AT one with the black pleather sleeves. It's stretchy so it's comfortable. That was the one thing that I couldn't get over with the others--how stiff and unforgiving they were. (Impossible for me to layer under.) I also wear mostly denim bottoms so they were hard to wear with anything but a dress/skirt but YMMV. I think the jackets you are wearing look nice but they don't scream "Dashielle" to me. I think they look kind of plain compared to your usual style. Just my 2 cents.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474920 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 16:53:44 +0000 Carole 1474920@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think these look good...with a preference for 2. </p> <p>I can so relate to your struggles...I looked for eons and almost gave up on jean jackets until someone posted one on here (I forget who) from H&amp;M ...it was somewhat short and fitted but that's what made it work..I am extremely broad shouldered and every other jacket made me look like a huge football player! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474914 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 16:37:27 +0000 Elizabeth P 1474914@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not sure I can add to this conversation, as you've got some great feedback.&nbsp; But I feel as if I'm in the same boat as you... I "should" have one.&nbsp; I&nbsp; had a Gap one a while ago that I never wore, but I put it down to the colour/wash of the denim, because I did like the way it felt on me.&nbsp; I replaced it with a more jackety style, but I'm not crazy about the fit and it will be purged.&nbsp; Last week I picked up another Gap one, in a different wash.&nbsp; This thread has me wondering if it'll sit in my closet again... given how much I like your style, and that we are both broad shouldered busty types.&nbsp; I think I'll see if I can get similar feedback on it for me! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474904 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 15:48:07 +0000 texstyle 1474904@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think if you found the "right" one you'd know it. Both of these are okay but not necessarily great. I think I'd keep looking. I have one that I like enough but I don't love. I bought it years ago and wear it a few times a year. It is a dark wash. I am pretty classic in my dressing but for some reason it still doesn't feel like "me". </p> <p>ETA: I should have added that maybe something other than jean jacket but still that weight would be better? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474850 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 13:52:49 +0000 Katya 1474850@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I recommend trying out the style with an inexpensive brand. I was also considering a denim jacket a year ago, but I wasn't sure it would work for me. So to try out the style, I bought one for under $20 from Old Navy. I had to wash it about eight times before it felt comfortable to wear. I find that I grab it on cool mornings but then later take it off in the office. I don't regret buying it, and the CPW is quite good, but I'm also happy that I didn't spend big bucks on it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474841 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 13:41:20 +0000 Janet 1474841@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I understand what you're saying. I find denim jackets useful, but I really end up wearing them most for travelling (good for throwing on when it's chilly, don't show dirt, etc.). Even though they may not be my most versatile ones, my favorite ones are by Paige -- one is blue denim with black waxed sleeves, and the other is grey with black leather elbows. Something about the mixed media makes them a little more *me* even if mixed media isn't trending so hard anymore (I wore it and liked it before it was trendy ;-). My classic white denim and faded blue denim jackets are good throw-on toppers for warm weather, but I don't necessarily find them to be great outfit completers -- for that, I gravitate to moto styles, leather, etc. </p> <p>I like the second one you're wearing in your photos. I think details or color that nudge a denim jacket out of the more "classic" territory could make it a useful item for you, but you have so many other fab jackets that it's hard to say this is a must-have for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474832 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 13:33:07 +0000 AM 1474832@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have no luck with jean jackets. They never seem to look modern (enough) on me. And I always feel top heavy as I am short waisted/large breasted. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474813 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 12:52:56 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1474813@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like a denim jacket and it is a staple in my wardrobe. I had a more cropped, closer fitting one for a couple of years and have purged that to instead have a slightly looser and longer fitting version. I find them to be very versatile.</p> <p>I like the fit and wash of the first one very much on you. I think the boxier fit looks great (love it with the outfit you're wearing too). I'm not crazy about the second one - the lighter wash paired with the boxier fit isn't all that pleasing to my eye. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474795 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 12:29:11 +0000 Daria 1474795@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The "Savannah" in your finds does look more interesting than others, not sure where it would fit in your wardrobe though. Does it exist in darker wash?<br />I find denim jackets hard to style for all the reasons already mentioned - they are too casual, boxy, and I also tend to wear jeans most of the time - &nbsp;denim on denim is definitely too much for me.<br />Having said that, I'm waiting for this tencel blazer to be shipped - planning on wearing it with lighter bottoms in the summer.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474789 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 12:15:21 +0000 frannieb 1474789@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>adding I have one denim jackets and it is not cut like a denim jacket - it is a workhorse - similar in finds. Works for me like a denim jacket but is more in tune with my aesthetic.&nbsp;<br />I agree with others based on your wiw's I don't really see a &nbsp;classic denim jacket being your thing.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474787 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 11:52:52 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1474787@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like jean jackets on others, but not on me. I feel that they make me look blocky in the torso.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474776 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 11:17:36 +0000 unfrumped 1474776@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree, that style does not seem you. I find the collar style skews frumpy on me even though my long neck likes some collar.<br /> You might think " denim" more than Jean jacket and find mixed media or something more unusual.<br /> I think it's fascinating that you posted , and these just clearly don't seem" you" compared to your other great outfits, which means you have really identified a strong signature style and super flattering fits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474702 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 05:26:14 +0000 Marley 1474702@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have the same struggles with denim jackets - except for my oversized one - which I love!<br />Here's one of my pinterest boards that has lots of ideas on how to wear an oversized denim jacket - perhaps you might want to consider going that route!<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.pinterest.com/mmillsmargesson/oversized-denim/">https://www.pinterest.com/mmil.....zed-denim/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474697 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 04:46:12 +0000 catgirl 1474697@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok I would not wear Bambi. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474696 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 04:43:01 +0000 dashielle (Ann) 1474696@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh lordie, love he model in #3 with the Bambi bag. She probably has no idea! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474689 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 04:34:00 +0000 DonnaF 1474689@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't see a jeans jacket as really your style. . .or even Una's style.&nbsp; Nordstrom has an EF white linen one cut in a jeans jacket style but it's pre-order. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474688 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 04:32:06 +0000 catgirl 1474688@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here are some looks I like but none of them are anything I'd wear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474684 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 04:20:53 +0000 Deborah 1474684@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dashielle, do you really want one??&nbsp; I played with denim jackets early on but I realised that I actually don't like them:(&nbsp; They look great on others but I never felt like myself in one.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; If you do love them, then my only recommendation is for a dark wash as I think that is most flattering on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474671 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 04:11:18 +0000 catgirl 1474671@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>As I look at the stock photos I think I might just not like classic denim jackets... even the models look kind of frumpy to me.&nbsp; Or maybe it's a more wholesome look than I can wear.&nbsp; Off to check Pinterest. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jean-jacket-conundrum#post-1474670 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 04:10:13 +0000 Aida 1474670@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What about a denim moto, Ann? Mine gets a LOT of use. </p>