Season Essential: The Quilted Jacket

Signs of spring are slowly beginning to show in the northeast with flowers popping up and milder days. With temperature still fluctuating quite drastically, being cold in the mornings and mild in the afternoon, dressing can become quite difficult during these transitional months. The quilted jacket becomes a staple this time of year- it is the perfect mix between style and function.

With temperatures changing throughout the day, I paired a classic quilted jacket with a cashmere sweater. If it gets too warm, the jacket can be removed and the cashmere still provides amble warmth. The bright yellow is perfect for the spring season and pairs well with a dark navy chino for the ultimate preppy look. I finished the look with a simple, suede loafer and nautical bracelet. 

Jacket: Burberry // Sweater: Polo Ralph Lauren // Bracelet: Miansai

Nothing Beats A Check

In my opinion, there's not many things better than a little hint of that infamous British check showing on your outfit. The perfect combination of classic and preppy. Of all the British brands I love, Barbour, Jack Wills, Barker Black, Burberry is hands down my favorite. 

My mild obsession with the iconic brand is evident in the fact that I already own a quilted jacket, a vest, a golf jacket, and a down ski jacket. However, a classic trench is still on my list. When the weather turns cold, the shades of tan, black, red, and white will be tied around my neck. 

One must know how to have the right amount of check. Thinking about pairing your check rain boots, jacket, and scarf all at the same time? Please dont. You will look like you are trying too hard and ruin our favorite check for the rest of us. 

Its a warm, rainy day in New York. Sounds like the perfect day to turn those cuffs up on that quilted jacket.

Tempted: Burberry Trench

Im linking up with Blonde Episodes for "Temptation Thursday" today. Burberry trenches: iconic and classic. It seems like a necessity more than a want in my books. I've been wanting one for a very, very long time. Although I've wanted one for a while, it seems to be the one thing I keep putting off and not buying.

Every time I see someone running around town in their Burberry trench, I get really jealous and want to take it off them and run away with it....I think it might soon be time to get one? Perfect for fall and this frequent rainy weather.

A twist on the classic with contrasting leather belt and buckles on the collar:

My favorite. Love the leather sleeves

Classic

What have you been tempting by this week? Link up with Blonde Episodes and share!

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