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Peplums & Brooches

January 15, 2015

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Peplum Coat: J.Crew Factory (similar) | Shirt: Loft (old) | Jean: AG (similar) | Shoes: Vince Camuto (similar) | Necklace: Dogeared | Bracelet: J.Crew (old) | Brooch: Lulu Frost for J.Crew| Earrings: J.Crew (similar) | Watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs |  Lip gloss: Giorgio Armani color 519| Lipliner: NARScolor Rosebud

Growing up I always wore earrings. Then one day I stopped. No particular reason. After seeing a handful of earrings that I liked, I decided to make an effort to start wearing them again. Two hangups I have with earrings:

  • They are not visible when I wear my hair down
  • I feel like I have to tone down my other accessories when wearing them

Another exciting item that I would like to highlight is this amazing bow brooch!  I picked out this beauty during a J.Crew 30% off promotion. I love brooches and have acquired quite a few but need to push myself to wear them more often.

I love a feminine sweater jacket and this peplum one fits the bill. It’s dressy enough for the office but still casual for the weekends. Another way to wear this look is to swap out the jeans for navy cords, change the top for a different color, and swap the wedges for riding boots.

I can’t believe we are mid way through January. Time is passing quick. Have a great weekend everyone and see you Tuesday!

35 Comments · Labels: Fashion Tagged: Fashion Blog, Fashion Blogger, outfit post, Peplum Jacket, Personal Style, Seattle Fashion Blogger, Style Blogger, Tweed, What I Wore

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  1. Melisa says

    January 15, 2015 at 2:08 am

    Oh before i wore earrings non stop, now I wear more great statement necklaces, as they are so simple to style and they sparkle the entire outfit. I love you look here and great cardigan. Looking stunning. Kiss, Mel
    http://www.livingoncloude9.com

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    • Asa says

      January 18, 2015 at 11:57 am

      Yeah, I prefer statement necklaces too.
      Thanks Mel for the lovely compliment. 🙂

      Reply
  2. Tania says

    January 15, 2015 at 5:57 am

    Earrings are the one accessory I can’t live without! In fact I will go out without a stitch of make up on, but not without earrings :). The ones you are wearing in your photos are gorgeous. Have a wonderful weekend Asa!

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    • Asa says

      January 18, 2015 at 12:18 pm

      That’s awesome Tania. I’m the opposite. I would rather have makeup and no jewelry. Even though I’m a jewelry-oholic if I had to pick one over the other that would be my choice.

      Thanks, these earrings were the ones that made me want to start wearing earrings again. 🙂

      Hope your weekend is going well.

      Reply
  3. Karen Rees says

    January 15, 2015 at 6:06 am

    Great post Asa – you look amazing!! Love the peplum coat <3 X

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    • Asa says

      January 18, 2015 at 12:18 pm

      Thanks Karen! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Christie Wang says

    January 15, 2015 at 6:52 am

    That brooch is so fitting for the outfit. Love the little pop of shine!
    http://www.theweekdaytable.wordpress.com

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    • Asa says

      January 18, 2015 at 12:19 pm

      Aww, thanks Christie. I appreciate your kind words.

      Reply
  5. Amelia Vesper says

    January 15, 2015 at 11:45 am

    Such a classy look! I feel naked leaving the house without earrings, though…or my rings, for that matter. That Lulu Frost brooch is lovely!

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    • Asa says

      January 18, 2015 at 12:21 pm

      Thanks Mil! You’re so kind. I too love jewelry and can’t leave the house without it.

      Reply
  6. My Brunette Adventure says

    January 15, 2015 at 6:53 pm

    I agree, wearing the hair up makes them so much more visible. Gotta show those pretties off! I also agree that if they are so much of a statement, toning down my other accessories feels like the ‘safe’ way. I don’t want to look like I put on my whole jewelry box in one outfit! haha. By the way, I am loving your earrings here. 🙂

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    • Asa says

      January 18, 2015 at 12:38 pm

      Thanks so much Jessica! We have a lot in common. You can shop with me any day. 😀

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      • My Brunette Adventure says

        January 26, 2015 at 11:15 am

        I agree. Great minds think alike or in our case have a love for shopping!

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  7. theannamatedlife says

    January 16, 2015 at 5:42 am

    Asa you look great! I love brooches, they can spruce up any top, and this one is lovely!

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    • Asa says

      January 18, 2015 at 1:01 pm

      Thanks so much! So glad I found another person who loves brooches as much as I do. I need to definitely try to wear them more often.

      Reply
  8. WhatWouldVWear says

    January 16, 2015 at 7:00 am

    You look stunning, my friend!! Love this look! Have a great weekend!
    Much love, Vanessa
    http://www.whatwouldvwear.net

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    • Asa says

      January 18, 2015 at 1:01 pm

      Thanks Vanessa! You as well. 🙂

      Reply
  9. Margaret says

    January 16, 2015 at 9:49 am

    Asa you look amazing. I love earrings and wear them all the time.the brooch is so pretty and so you.as your mom I remember you wearing earrings growing up and hope to see you start rocking some again soon.love you

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    • Asa says

      January 18, 2015 at 1:04 pm

      Thanks so much! You’ll definitely see me sporting them more often.

      Reply
  10. avenuecamilla says

    January 16, 2015 at 10:08 am

    What a lovely classic outfit! You looks great 😀

    xxx
    Camilla
    http://avenuecamilla.com

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    • Asa says

      January 18, 2015 at 1:05 pm

      Thanks Camilla! 🙂

      Reply
  11. annadownsouth says

    January 17, 2015 at 7:32 pm

    Beautiful shoes! And they don’t look uncomfortable either!

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    • Asa says

      January 18, 2015 at 1:07 pm

      Thank you! They are super comfortable.

      Reply
  12. Pru Yeo says

    January 18, 2015 at 6:12 am

    Very pretty coat and the brooch is so lovely too!

    Prudence
    http://www.prudencepetitestyle.wordpress.com

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    • Asa says

      January 18, 2015 at 1:08 pm

      Thank you Prudence. I appreciate you stopping by. 🙂

      Reply
  13. camellda says

    January 18, 2015 at 1:10 pm

    I love how ladylike the brooch is with this tweed peplum jacket. I also like how in the post you included how you would change out certain pieces to make a completely different look! I’m not much of an earring wearer either, but they always make women seem more polished and put together so I have been on the lookout for some simple but cute studs.
    Cami

    Camelldalynn.com

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  14. Karen says

    January 18, 2015 at 10:44 pm

    I love your jacket! It reminds me of something very luxe 🙂 I like the little brooch as well and I have the same shoes haha!
    Have a lovely week ahead,
    MUCH LOVE KAREN
    (STYLESMORGASBORD) [BLOGLOVIN])

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  15. Feline Creatures says

    January 19, 2015 at 1:11 pm

    The peplum coat is gorgeous Asa, I love how the brooch adds glam and polish to this look, ah what a great one!! Hope you’re having a great day hun! 🙂 xo~ Lena
    http://www.felinecreatures.com

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  16. Britney says

    January 19, 2015 at 9:05 pm

    yay peplum!! lol i love those earrings!

    Reply
  17. Heather says

    January 21, 2015 at 7:30 am

    Love the cardigan, you look so chic! , I have a ton of vintage pins and I Love love love this look!

    Heather
    http://www.thefab3.com

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    • Asa says

      January 22, 2015 at 7:41 pm

      Thanks Heather! I love pins. I primarily where them on coats and cardigans. They would also be cute on a decorative pillow. How do you wear yours?

      Reply

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