So I fell in love with this little bomber jacket, which I tried on at Nordies:
http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/mu.....et/3438248
This is a new shape for me though (actually, I do have a leather bomber jacket, but that's outerwear; this one would be worn indoors) and I have several questions:
Sizing:
I tried Small and Medium and felt in-between. I thought the Small looked more flattering when worn unzipped. The Medium one looked a bit big to me, especially the sleeves. I don’t envision wearing a sleeved top underneath, more like a tank top or sleeveless shell/blouse, so the Small was “big enough”, but definitely fitted. When zipped, the Medium was definitely the better size (the Small one does not look good zipped at all.)
Questions:
- Would I ever wear this jacket zipped? My hunch is no, but please chime in if you see fun and stylish ways of wearing it zipped.
- Should the bomber be voluminous? I generally prefer fitted styles, but I’d consider sizing up if the bomber is supposed to be that way
Styling:
Looking for ways to wear the bomber for work. I’d describe my style as “creative business casual”. Rarely jeans, typically dresses, skirts, black tailored pants. Not too buttoned-up, though – the bomber will not be a problem. I just want it to look stylish and fun and pulled together. The outfit the Nordstrom model is wearing will not work for me – too skimpy and “young”.
(I’m sure the bomber will look terrific with my boyfriend jeans. But I only want to buy it if I can come up with work outfits for it too.)
- Any ideas for outfits that don’t involve jeans or short skirts?
Thanks tons!