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Military Time

I am definitely a sucker for military-inspired pieces…I’ve pretty much never met a gold-buttoned double-breasted blazer I didn’t like (see the proof here & here).  So when I came across this jacket on the girls clearance rack while shopping for my daughter, I quickly reasoned that I could buy it for her to “grow into” and until then, I would just borrow it on occasion.  Needless to say, it’s become a new favorite of mine – let’s just say, I may have a hard time sharing when she’s finally ready to wear it.

What I’m wearing:

Old Navy sweater (similar), GapKids jacket (I wear an XL-XXL in girls tops/jackets, depending on the fit – similar here or here), J. Crew skirt (via eBay; similar here or here), H&M boots (similar here or here), R&J handbag (here), Dockers aviators (similar), c/o Christina M. Boutique bracelet (here), Merona watch (here)

10.29.12 Kimberly

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Comments

  1. glitzyblues.com says

    October 29, 2012 at 4:01 am

    Absolutely love that jacket! Skirt is so adorable, too

    Xo, Rachel
    Glitzy Blues

  2. Megan, TfDiaries.com says

    October 29, 2012 at 4:02 am

    great skirt
    Xo Megan

  3. jenn~the stylish housewife says

    October 29, 2012 at 4:05 am

    i can't believe that coat is from the kids department!!! LOVE this outfit!!!

    xoxo, jenn
    the stylish housewife

  4. Miss Ashleigh says

    October 29, 2012 at 4:31 am

    That bag reminds me of this 3.1 philip lim bag http://www.31philliplim.com/shop/category/womens_accessories/bags#pashli-satchel-21
    but without the price tag!
    Lovely look. Your daughter has a great style role model! And I love military inspired pieces too, ever since i saw that pic of Madonna and Michael Jackson where he escorted her to an event. LOVE the glitter skirt as well.
    -Ashleigh
    http://www.stylizedwannabe.blogspot.com

  5. Alice Warren says

    October 29, 2012 at 4:42 am

    I love military jackets too. I think you are doing the right thing – to make sure it doesn't go to waste while you are waiting for your daughter to grow into it.

    Love your gold skirt!

    Alice
    http://www.happinessatmidlife.com

  6. The Love Hanger says

    October 29, 2012 at 5:01 am

    Shopping in the kid's section can score you some major deals and cute ones at that! I found a comfy Mickey Mouse sweater in the boy's section and I love it. 🙂

    Your coat is so cute and I think I would have a hard time giving it up as well! <3

    toni

  7. Natali says

    October 29, 2012 at 5:09 am

    Great bag and jacket!!

    http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com

  8. purecanesugarfashion says

    October 29, 2012 at 6:59 am

    Love this military inspired look! So classic 🙂
    Your coat is so lovely! I just did a post about fall/winter coats too. Please check it out …

    http://purecanesugarfashion.wordpress.com/2012/10/27/friday-favorites-fallwinter-coats/

    xoxo
    Cori

  9. dipitblack.com says

    October 29, 2012 at 7:24 am

    Lovely outfit!
    Beautiful military coat
    and love your bag!

    X
    http://dipitblack.com

  10. Styleclouds says

    October 29, 2012 at 7:52 am

    You look lovely! And I must admit I had a good laugh reading this post. It is just so funny what "excuses" we make to buy certain pieces of clothing. I am looking forward to the time when your daughter comes to claim her coat! 🙂 Have a wonderful Monday! xo, Christina

    http://www.styleclouds.de

  11. Amy says

    October 29, 2012 at 9:26 am

    I can't believe that is a girls jacket! I might start shopping in the kids section! Great outfit!

    xx Amy

    Leopard and Lillies

  12. Sofia Donatelli says

    October 29, 2012 at 11:41 am

    Good morning Kim,

    Hope you had a great weekend with your family.
    Love the military jacket! Can't believe it's from the kid's section. Great tip.

    Sofia
    stylishlyinlove.blogspot.com

  13. Sofia Donatelli says

    October 29, 2012 at 11:43 am

    Good morning Kim,
    Hope you had a great weekend with your family. Love the military jacket. I can't believe you got in the kid's section. Great tip!

    Sofia
    stylishlyinlove.blogspot.com

  14. Sara says

    October 29, 2012 at 11:44 am

    I need to start shopping the girls' section! I like how you put the sparkly skirt with that military coat too.

  15. MerciBlahBlah says

    October 29, 2012 at 11:52 am

    More and more I find myself shopping in the kids' section, especially for sweaters and sweatshirts, but the coat is a great idea too. L-O-V-E that gold skirt too. Saw a very similar one at JC Penny last week (Nicole Miller). Now I may have to go back for it. Hmmmm…..

  16. Samantha says

    October 29, 2012 at 12:12 pm

    I adore your thought process here, but there is absolutely NO WAY I can make that work. You buy a jacket for your daughter to grow into and wear it, 1) you're ultra sneaky and 2) your daughter's gonna have the best wardrobe in the history of time. I buy a jacket for my puppy to grow into and wear it, and it's a coin toss between social leper and doggy protective services showing up at my door 😉 Love your skirt, too!

    Sam
    Sam ipsa loquitur

  17. TaraMixandMatch says

    October 29, 2012 at 12:18 pm

    The jacket is so pretty, I don't blame you for snatching it up 🙂

  18. Alyson says

    October 29, 2012 at 12:20 pm

    Love that skirt! And, is that the burgundy bag? It looks nearly brown,t hough love it just the same.

  19. Kristen says

    October 29, 2012 at 12:40 pm

    Love the military trend!! Great jacket!

  20. Beckerman Girls says

    October 29, 2012 at 1:06 pm

    WOWOWO! that gold skirt is soooooo coool!!!!!
    xox Beckerman sisters
    http://www.BeckermanBitePlate.com

  21. brooke says

    October 29, 2012 at 1:29 pm

    Gorgeous setting and your outfit is perfect for Fall!

    http://www.insparisian.blogspot.com

  22. Amy Shaughnessy says

    October 29, 2012 at 1:42 pm

    I have a military inspired coat that I got from LOFT two years ago that is SO cute. Unfortunately I hate coats. I get so dang hot in them! I think I have worn it 2 times in 2 years. Crazy. Love your coat! You probably need it though. I'm in Louisiana and it doesn't get too cold here…

    Amy

    Fashion and Beauty Finds

  23. Amy says

    October 29, 2012 at 2:15 pm

    ive been looking everywhere for a sequin skirt, never thought to look on ebay! yaya!

    http://coffeebeansandbobbypins.blogspot.com/

  24. The_Leather_Skirt_Blog says

    October 29, 2012 at 2:28 pm

    So has your daughter grown into that wonderful jacket yet? Hee Hee

    Fantastic outfit! I just LOVE your classic sense of style!

    BTW… great skirt!

    http://theleatherskirt.blogspot.com/

  25. LyddieGal says

    October 29, 2012 at 3:13 pm

    I love the contrast of these bulkier pieces with the sleek gold pencil skirt. And I love a good military inspired piece!
    Chic on the Cheap

  26. Kim // Six2Eleven says

    October 29, 2012 at 3:53 pm

    This is right up my alley! Love that you found that jacket in the kids section! It's beautiful!

    Kim
    Six2Eleven

  27. Terry S says

    October 29, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    LOVE the coat. LOVE the skirt. <3

    xo,
    Terry

    http://terrys-two-cents.blogspot.com

  28. Rachel Lynne says

    October 29, 2012 at 4:30 pm

    Love your metallic skirt and boots!

  29. stylewithandie says

    October 29, 2012 at 4:42 pm

    I am loving the entire outfit! I have never been a fan of gold but this fall all the cute gold accents from buttons to bracelets has won me over! Excellent on matching the boots and handbag.

  30. Ragan says

    October 29, 2012 at 4:53 pm

    love that jacket girl! i just found your blog, it is adorable.

  31. Audrey says

    October 29, 2012 at 5:45 pm

    Military inspired pieces are among my favorite too! Love how you paired your jacket w/that feminine gold skirt! xx

  32. Chelsea Davis says

    October 29, 2012 at 5:56 pm

    Love Military jackets, this one is amazing! The gold accents you added makes the jacket stand out. Also very pretty photos and background!

    XO http://shesaidhesaid-fashion.blogspot.com

  33. Jeans and a Teacup says

    October 29, 2012 at 6:28 pm

    Love the look! Especially the cream top and gold skirt!
    ~Jessica
    http://jeansandateacup.blogspot.com/

  34. Krystal Schlegel says

    October 29, 2012 at 7:23 pm

    Such a great jacket- and love the idea to save it for your daughter :). The turning trees and colorful leaves are so pretty in the background- can't wait for it to happen in Dallas!
    xo
    Krystal

  35. Marissa at Style Cusp says

    October 29, 2012 at 8:50 pm

    I can be quite the sucker for military items too. This jacket is amazing – I wouldn't give it to your daughter either if I were you 😉

  36. fleurani says

    October 29, 2012 at 9:12 pm

    What, the coat is from the childrens department? How great is that? Love how your paired it with the glitter skirt, amazing mix 🙂

    Ani
    http://www.fleurani.blogspot.de

  37. Finance Girl says

    October 29, 2012 at 9:17 pm

    i love this outfit. i tend to stay away from sparkly clothes because i always worry that it'll look like a party outfit. i like how the coat and sweater kind of subdues the sparkles!

  38. Diana says

    October 29, 2012 at 9:19 pm

    agreed! military style will never get old, and i bet this look will still be chic years from now and i love that! also i love that you shop in the kids section too — i weirdly always find great pieces there — and this jacket was such a score!!

    xo Diana

    Dressed Up Alligators

    Join my Jeweliq Giveaway to win a FREE jewelry piece of your choice!!

  39. Jen says

    October 29, 2012 at 10:33 pm

    Love the look. I'm glad someone else shops in the kids dept occasionally too 🙂
    I've scored great kids finds at Joe Fresh and most recently Zara (a great faux fur vest).

    http://www.glitterarygirl.blogspot.com

  40. Kacie says

    October 29, 2012 at 11:01 pm

    Pretty skirt! I love how you dressed it down!

    http://www.daisyraeboutique.com
    http://www.kacieskloset.blogspot.com

  41. Libby says

    October 30, 2012 at 1:07 am

    I absolutely love that skirt! This look is flawless.
    -XOXO-
    Libby at http://libbysoutlook.blogspot.com/

  42. Giovanna says

    October 30, 2012 at 1:23 am

    Great find! Loving that coat and your boots!

    xx
    Giovanna
    http://www.oliveandanarrow.com

  43. Just Another Shopaholic says

    October 30, 2012 at 4:10 am

    I am in love with that coat.

  44. Rebecca says

    October 30, 2012 at 1:02 pm

    I love how you combined hard core elements with something glitzy….that for me is a great fashion thing!!!

    REBECCA
    http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

  45. Amanda Weiss says

    October 30, 2012 at 3:27 pm

    Yup, I am definintely obsessed with this whole look! It is the perfect fall look that has that dash of sparkle amazingness! And the fall leaves are beautiful!!

    <3 Amanda
    FashionableeMe

  46. secretivestyle.com says

    October 30, 2012 at 5:41 pm

    Absolutely love that skirt! I saw one almost identical on Pinterest the other day and can't wait to grab it! You look phenomenal!

  47. two birds says

    October 30, 2012 at 5:48 pm

    i love the military with the gold and glimmer, and those booties are so cute!

  48. A J says

    October 30, 2012 at 6:17 pm

    The jacket is cute, love the military look. That skirt is my favorite though! SO fun, and I like how you made it a bit more casual here.

    -AJ
    FitTravelerAJ.blogspot.com

  49. christineincolor says

    October 30, 2012 at 7:22 pm

    Love the contrast with the glittery skirt!

    http://christineincolor.wordpress.com/

  50. Tiffany M* says

    October 30, 2012 at 8:26 pm

    Can't believe this jacket is a kids jacket! It's stunning! Also, loving that we're bag twins. Such a great bag at a great price!
    Love the outfit 🙂
    beijos,
    Tiffany
    http://www.beijostiffany.com

  51. Kristin Clark says

    October 30, 2012 at 9:41 pm

    I always love a good military inspired jacket and the way you've paired yours with a feminine sparkly skirt is just brilliant! Love it!

    xo
    Kristin
    http://www.LivingInColorPrint.com

  52. Jessica @ Here(and)Now says

    October 31, 2012 at 2:59 am

    "Never met a gold button double breasted blazer you didn't like"… you just described ME, and I am in LOVE with this whole look pretty lady!
    xx
    Here&Now

  53. Whitney English, To Live and Diet in L.A. says

    November 1, 2012 at 3:22 am

    Love that you got this jacket from the kids section! I've done that before and thought I was definitely the only one. Even ventured into the little boys for various items, haha!

  54. Sense and Sequins says

    November 1, 2012 at 12:42 pm

    Love the sparkle skirt and how you dressed it down for a more casual feel.

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