Goodbye to leather jacket - YouLookFab Forum

I went for my first walk today since the nose surgery and the sprained ankle. One time around the park, 6 minutes. Ankle didn't complain. I wore my 10-year-old Tahari black leather jacket, a surreptitious sale find. I haven't worn it much lately--it was too snug for a time. Now even though I weigh the same as when I bought it, I have shrunk in height and those formerly stretched out inches have settled around the middle. A bit tight zipped up, horizontal wrinkles in back, maybe too sharp of shoulders for me now. Also worn with one of my seldom worn Paris '15 scarves. Don't know why it languishes.

A visitor borrowed it for a NY Eve walk around the streets--must have been 6 years ago. She loved it, but I wasn't ready to let it go then. Now I am going to ask her, but she's changed as well. It's still in good shape, lining perfect, leather supple--I clean and condition it every spring even though I don't wear it much.

And then there's the ruffles in the back. I call it a peplum because I don't wear ruffles.

So here for one last round.

Start with one week ago, just after I got the stitches out. I need a much smaller bandage now, everything healing great.

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3 years ago

Runcarla

Veteran

OMG! You look so ‘Rock ‘n Roll’ MsM! Can I say how fabulous your long hair looks on you?!?! So glad you are doing better.

Cardiff girl

Jacket looks good on you as dies the longer hair.Glad that you are managing to get about more.

MsMaven

Thanks Carla and Cardiff girl. I've never thought of myself as Rock 'n Roll, although I did plenty of damage to my feet dancing to rock music. Come to think of it, I wore this jacket to the Elton John concert in SF last year.

I experimented and my hair is now long enough I can divide it into sections and bring them around so I can trim the ends. I'll be happier if I can do that. DH likes my hair long, I like him with a beard. Who would ever have expected?

slim cat

Very nice look and great jacket! I'm glad you are feeling better - gotta try more outfits before you'll give up that leather jacket .

Gigi

I think the jacket looks fantastic on you! If the fit is no longer to your liking, maybe you could find another that is similar. It really adds some spice to your outfit.

I too have really liked long hair on you. It's very flattering.

Joy

My DH has a corona beard and resembles Ernest Hemingway. I rather like it but have threatened to get purple hair. So far salons are not open, so I have my usual grey hair only longer.
From what I can see, the black leather jacket looks great on you but it is important how you feel wearing it.

Synne

How great that you are recovering well! That IS a great jacket. I would be inclined to say you should keep it, maybe it will fit better again? But I know how overwhelming it is with a bunch of stuff laying around or in storage. If you ever look for another jacket, leather, structure and peplum should be on your checklist!

Minaminu

Glad to hear you are recovering well! The jacket is great, I wonder if it was tight because of the tops/jumper underneath... Would it work better with a thin top? If not, it's a good idea to donate it to someone who will enjoy it

Janet

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Agreed with what Gigi said! I think you need a new one because this looks great. And welcome to the longer hair club!

Jaime

You look great and glad you are healing well. The jacket has served you well and maybe you will find someone else to appreciate it.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

What Gigi said! Onward to another leather jacket that is a more comfortable fit. Fun longer hair too. Relieved to hear how well you are recovering

Anonymous

Great jacket! Sure it wouldn't fit later on? Our bodies are so changable!

Firecracker (Sharan)

Great outfit, and I'm glad to hear you are healing well! It's so hard to let go of old favorites like this jacket. Good for you, for making the tough decision. As others suggested, maybe a new one is in order!

You've almost persuaded me to keep it, and I probably will for a few more months. I wore it again with a cotton sweater and it does fit a bit better, but it is still heavy and squeaks a lot when I move. Low pitched squeak--what do you call that?

Today I put on my lighter weight Lafayette 48 jacket I bought at NAS 8 years ago. Didn't wear it for a couple of years--weight gain. Now I can wear it, still tight in middle, but it always was. More expensive than the black, nice lightweight leather, indoor jacket, not too noisy, and an easier color to wear year round. Much more comfortable than the black one.

While i don't like to keep unworn items for a long time, I think the black one may be worthwhile to keep for a few more months at least. In this crazy world, who knows what will happen next and what I might need?

For fun, I clipped these from old posts. Bordeaux jacket shown a little over a year ago for out-to-dinner, and apparently when I first got it. Hint hair color and tag hanging from sleeve. Oh, and it didn't fit so great zipped 8 years ago. Have to laugh at myself here.

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Windchime

I agree that a leather jacket really suits your style! Based on your description of the challenges with this jacket, it probably is time to look for one that works better for you.

I’m impressed with the great care you’ve given your leather jacket.

Bordeaux jacket is fab on you - great fit and color! Lafayette 148 is amazing quality brand.

Cee

Continued good luck with your recovery

rachylou

I lean towards the Bordeaux... glad the recovery is going well!

Ledonna N.

Awe glad to read the recovery is going well . Love the ruffle. As we age. It is amazing how our shapes change even with little weight fluctuations. I see that I’ve started to shrink.

nemosmom

The color of your jacket is GORGEOUS on you! Nice fit, too! Wishing you a speedy recovery.

unfrumped

Glad you are better!

I hear you on fits. And where waistlines, shoulders fall changing and making a difference.
You can wear black for sure, as it is classic, but I’d go for softer, rich leather colors to rock with jeans and colors that bring out the tones in your hair.
Timel post for inspiration for me since I’m also trying to gradually wear more items in my wardrobe ( harder to do in pandemic) and be picky about fit.
I’m not worrying so much about whether I’ll use items that were for special occasions or “ when” I might wear things, because it’s not a good time to figure that out, but problems with fit, fabrics are a good focus.

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