On the subject of C16 versus Paris in Rome I tried to see the difference in looks and I think the tailoring is nicer on the Rome jacket. The plus of the C16 is the summer lightness.Btw my first slim jeans I bought not sure I'll like it...
how to wear your chanel jacket...
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Ok I thought it was a bit big but actually it's the first piece I bought this year DH approved of so it might be wise to keep it and maybe have it shortened a bit..
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Hello dear TPF friends, have an urgent shopping dilemma that I hope you experts here won't mind helping me with... especially if @ari @divababe @Pocketbook Pup whom I recall have this particular jacket/outfit wont mind sharing your though? need to make up my mind tomorrow night...
Am traveling and came across the 16C cruise little black jacket (unlined with bracelet length sleeves w/fantasy tweed), along with the matching skirt. The jacket is 1-2 size bigger than my usual size but shoulder seem to fit well, I think I would have the waist taken in a bit from the middle panel of the back if I were to adjust it for a better fit. The skirt is my size.
Jacket is the last in entire US.
Price: the jacket is full price at $4600, the skirt is on sale from $1600 down to $960. I can get the whole outfit for $5560 - no tax if they ship it to my home.
it's on hold for me to make decision tomorrow.
Here's my dilemma: I bought the 16A pre-fall little black jacket recently. Although they are different thickness, I find the pre-fall LBJ more versatile, can dress up and down, and the details more stunning. This cruise jacket while can be worn when the weather is warmer, it didn't "stun/wow" me as much as the pre-fall LBJ from a design/look standpoint. in fact, I find it looking real good on me (i really LOVE the look it's like it's a whole different jacket) when worn together with the matching skirt, but in all honesty I cannot think of any occasion (including work) that I would wear a full on Chanel dress suit. I can see myself doing that maybe when I'm in my later years, but not my current style. i can predict wearing it the full on dress suit (which is when the jacket look stunning to me) maybe 2-5 times maximum in my next 5 years truthfully. I would more likely wear them separately, and i don't find them looking "Chanel stunning" when worn separately. it really for some unknown reason "came together" when worn together. they are beautiful no doubt but for the premium price i think i can accomplish the "look" when worn separately by using non-Chanel pieces.
This now begs the question and dilemma: $5560 for a classic black Chanel suit is pretty much a steal - I am aware. However, even my husband looking at the photo of just the jacket being worn separately is not wow'ed by it at all - is it very pretty? Yes. Does it look Chanel pretty on me when worn alone? Not really. For example, I have the Zara white tweed with the black ribbons jacket and felt that despite obvious quality difference, the incremental price for a very close look is dramatic. (I feel bad as I say this - i know why we love Chanel and it's not comparable to Zara in any way, but while I splurge on certain classic pieces, I do not have a full designer wardrobe and I vary greatly in the range of looks/style day to day.)
At the same time while fearing that I may miss a very rare opportunity (especially with the matching skirt in my size on sale!) I kept thinking if $5500 (steal for Chanel but not a small sum of $!) I would do better waiting and investing it toward a future season piece in perhaps like a beautiful navy with colorful trim or something that gives me a different look. because if i must be honest to myself, i know that if i bought this, I would most likely end up wearing mainly the black jacket with jeans or work pants, dresses, etc. and really while more casual look, I personally find that the pre-fall LBJ can give very similar effect desired.
What do you all think? would appreciate considerations and thoughts to help me think through this decision....
EDIT: would probably help if i at least load the 1 photo i took with just the jacket on. TIA!!!
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I just bought this jacket on the big side from VC, tags still attached. I agree it's not as "wow" as the Rome LBJ, but I love the design; it is very sophisticated and subtle. It is beautifully made, and I like the subtle modern aesthetic. I think it will look great if dressed to accentuate the design features -- I plan to pair with modern sleek shapes. I bought the Cocometric black shoes from the runway on major clearance that will look good with it. I am long limbed, so the fact that it's oversized is fine, because the arms are still quite short on me. I will eventually have the body tailored to be more slim, but I'm fine with it for now because I don't want to part with it to the seamstress quite yet.
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I totally love it! This is not the Dior skirt- is it?
I like the jeans on you! If you feel unsure- you can always wear them with a longer blouse under the jacket.
Nope, it's a try out for 29,95 euros. Zara is full of pseudo Chanel today. That might make us nervous about the things we like and buy. Next year no one might want a pussybow style anymore. But still I always loved the true Chanel look and so I don't care if it's mainstream now.
The Dior skirt is grey wool with dots or black only and they want to order it for me to try it's around 1500 euros.
I have to sleep on that..DD made some comment on how many other items I could buy for that amount. Strange enough I never had that problem with Chanel, in my mind they keep their value better over years.
I love the first pic outfit! I'm eyeing the same skirt, have you seen the matching jacket on this? So gorgeous on website but I'm yet to see them in person!
The jackets are so different with different vibes. I have both as well, and seeing them modeled here just points out to me how casual the Cruise jacket can be, which I think is a good thing. You look great in the jeans and the skirt is adorable and you should keep that too. It is short, flirty and fun and for the price, it is a different addition to your wardrobe.
Not exactly a jacket but in the mood of the gold tweed, trying to find a match for the skirt. Kaki, brown or grey tops.. All seem to match enough
What did all of you who bought this style consider else than the perfect C white silk blouse with a black tie or a light cashmire jumper. I wouldn't dare to wear that one on a daily basis..or only if I'm not into cooking or eating saucy things [emoji28]
What did all of you who bought this style consider else than the perfect C white silk blouse with a black tie or a light cashmire jumper. I wouldn't dare to wear that one on a daily basis..or only if I'm not into cooking or eating saucy things [emoji28]
Dare I suggest a good quality poly silk blouse that you can launder yourself? They are out there and look nice.