Some ladies have lucky undies. Others have go-to pumps that are imbued with good karma. Us? Well, our personal fashion talisman is a velvet blazer — perfectly tailored, black as midnight, with luxe details that convey an androgynous edge.
If you don't own one already, you need to remedy that immediately. Classically chic and ultra-versatile, our favorite jacket can transition from your work wardrobe, paired with a pretty blouse and a pencil skirt, to your after-hours agenda, topping off slick pants and statement heels for a hot date. Don't believe us? No big deal. We've got a trio of awesome outfits that should prove our case. And yes, we're feeling pretty lucky right about now.
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Date Night
Given its ultra-touchable nature, velvet is a perfect choice for a hot date. To give it some downtown edge, we added printed trousers and a pop of neon. Glamorous, lion-head earrings, sleek heels, and a structured clutch finish off the look.
Clockwise from the top left: H&M Pants, $39.95, available at H&M; Nicole Romano Lion Head Earrings, $300, available at Charm & Chain; Vince Camuto One Button Velvet Blazer, $89.99, available at Vince Camuto; Alexander Wang Double-Faced Stretch-Jersey Peplum Top, $625, available at Net-A-Porter; New Look Celia Leopard Clutch, $22.85, available at ASOS; Gomax Colantha 01 Heels, $59, available at Piperlime.
If you don't own one already, you need to remedy that immediately. Classically chic and ultra-versatile, our favorite jacket can transition from your work wardrobe, paired with a pretty blouse and a pencil skirt, to your after-hours agenda, topping off slick pants and statement heels for a hot date. Don't believe us? No big deal. We've got a trio of awesome outfits that should prove our case. And yes, we're feeling pretty lucky right about now.
Date Night
Given its ultra-touchable nature, velvet is a perfect choice for a hot date. To give it some downtown edge, we added printed trousers and a pop of neon. Glamorous, lion-head earrings, sleek heels, and a structured clutch finish off the look.
Clockwise from the top left: H&M Pants, $39.95, available at H&M; Nicole Romano Lion Head Earrings, $300, available at Charm & Chain; Vince Camuto One Button Velvet Blazer, $89.99, available at Vince Camuto; Alexander Wang Double-Faced Stretch-Jersey Peplum Top, $625, available at Net-A-Porter; New Look Celia Leopard Clutch, $22.85, available at ASOS; Gomax Colantha 01 Heels, $59, available at Piperlime.