Every winter I love digging out my velvet jackets and boots, it’s such a sumptuous fabric and soft to the touch. I think I own about six velvet jackets – all preloved. I’ve found some incredible bargains in charity shops (the black one I wore to a wedding only cost a couple of pounds!). This is my latest acquisition, which was relatively expensive at £15. I bought it on eBay, and as it’s unbranded I took a bit of a gamble with quality and sizing. It’s a little bit thinner than I was expecting but is well-made. Some velvet jackets are quite structured, while others – like this one – are softer and have more drape. It’s snug across the bust so I’ve only done the bottom button up – I don’t want any wardrobe malfunctions! Losing a button would be a disaster because there isn’t a spare.
This outfit all came together rather nicely thanks to rediscovering these boots in the loft. I’d been wondering what had happened to them for years – they must have been stored up there since we moved house over seven years ago! I was actually looking for the power cable to my sewing machine so that I could start an online course; unfortunately I didn’t find it, but I did find loads of shoes and boots! I was particularly delighted to find these ruby-hued beauties though. This red velvet jacket and boots are such a great colour match that I had to pair them together.
The black coated skinny jeans and pussy bow top create a sort of Victoriana meets rock chick vibe with the velvet jacket. I added a touch more velvet with my trusty old cat bag (which I also wore in yesterday’s post). The hat finishes off the look and gives it balance. It also kept the rain off my hair – typically it just started raining as we stepped outside. I have to plan my photo shoots according to the weather forecast because it’s such a mixed bag at the moment. I’m longing for those crisp, sunny winter days!
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Velvet jacket from eBay (no label, similar) | Frontrow skinny coated jeans | New Look top (old) | Office velvet boots (old) | Zara fedora (old)
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Johanna Grange, Gail of Is This Mutton? and Terri of Meadowtree Style!
Red velvet is so festive! I love the blazer and boots- makes me wanna break out a similar pair of boots I have in my closet!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Thanks very much Ashley!
You rock the velvet blazer and boots! Perfect for the holidays. Thanks so much for the link up!
https://www.kathrineeldridge.com
Thanks Kathrine!
Ooh, I love this outfit! The rich colors and textures are so luxurious together. Those boots are fabulous! I do love velvet in winter as well. I may have some similar pieces to recreate this outfit! I may have to give it a go.
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
Thanks so much Shelbee! I can totally see you in red velvet!
You velvet jacket and boots are fabulous! I love how you styled them together. And so glad you found those boots! Really lovely outfit, Emma!
Michelle
https://mybijoulifeonline.com
Thank you Michelle!
Amazing! Those boots are just fab and what about that gorgeous blazer. Topped off with those cool leggings!
Thanks so much Nancy!
Those are some gorgeous boots! I’m glad you found them after all these years and hope you find your power cable. Good luck on your sewing course. Needless to say, I think sewing is a very worth while activity. Thank you for featuring this post of mine. This garment is one of my favorite that I’ve made in a while.
And, of course, always love you in a hat. You wear them well and the whole outfit is pretty smashing.
Thanks so much Terri! I just wish I had your tremendous sewing skills…but if I can turn up a pair of trousers and make a face mask that will be a good start!
I’ve been hunting for a green velvet jacket for a while Emma. I love velvet. This jewelled red colour looks gorgeous on you xx
I feel like I have a hard time with velvet, but it looks fabulous on you. I particularly love your boots!
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That gorgeous jacket just popped out of the page, and then when I saw the boots, I just said Wow!! What a striking look, Emma! Something about the holidays just calls for velvet, and I love this fresh new way you’ve styled it!
xx Darlene
Love the way you styled this look together the fabric and tone is very bold and festive.
http://www.bauchlefashion.com/2020/11/fashion-forecast-bold-pink-hues-for-fall.html?m=1
I’m loving the leather and velvet pairing! Those boots and blazer are so lux and gorgeous!
This outfit is so edgy and fabulous!! I love it!
Miles of smiles,
Grace
gracefulrags.com
Great to be one of last week’s favourites! Very honoured. Love the red richness of your velvet jacket and boots. I believe I have some long boots in the loft too but as I won’t go up there, I have to persuade John and he can rarely find what I want!
I love the blazer and the boots! Such a gorgeous colour and I love the texture of the velvet.
Jennifer
Curated By Jennifer
Velvet jacket -AND boots?!! Omg I’m so in love with this- fabulous!! xx
Love your hat! That is always something that grabs my attention in your outfits, and lately I have something for hats!
http://www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com
Love your red velvet blazer and boots-the boots were definitely worth a root around the loft for! Both velvet pieces are so festive and special, this would be a great holiday outfit. Also, the mix of textures is gorgeous!
So cute! I love the deep red!
Lizzie
http://www.lizzieinlace.com
It’s a great combo Emma, love the boots and matching jacket. Great for the changing season too. Thanks for hosting Hun. Jacqui x
The red velvet jacket is beautiful! I adore this fabric too and have kept a few of my favorites from years ago.
What a fun statement blazer! It pairs so nicely with the boots too this looks so cosy and colourful for autumn! 🙂
Hope you are having a great weekend 🙂 We went out and did more Christmas shopping yesterday which was fun 🙂
I love this holiday look! The velvet just screams Christmas!
Shauna
http://www.lipglossandlace.net
Wow, this outfit looks fabulous!
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