I'm Obsessed Thank You Very Much - Biker (Moto) Jackets

I am obsessed and love biker/moto jackets. Specifically, I'm obsessed with purchasing a new biker jacket, in leather. You can see evidence of my biker jacket love here and here. In fact, as many of you know, I wore my fave jacket when leaving our wedding. I grabbed my great faux leather moto jacket (pictured below) at Target quite a few years ago. It's held up amazingly well. I wear it constantly. But after all of that love it's looking a tad worn in a few places and even worse, it's getting too big. I've lost and am still losing some weight and my beloved jacket is beginning to look baggy and a bit frumpy. I'm not asking for sympathy, after all a new jacket is in my future. Maybe someone else will grab it from Goodwill, when I donate it, and love it as much as I have.


Leaving our wedding reception.

I've found quite a few that I like but I'm still looking for the perfect option. There are so many great faux leather options out there but this time I really want to invest in a leather version. I know I will wear it and love it and I will get my money's worth. The versatility of this jacket is endless and I adore its ability to toughen up a pretty outfit (like a wedding dress).

I also love biker jackets for their simplicity. Pair them with sweaters, jeans and boots or a t-shirt, jeans and heels. Any combination will work. The only limit is your stylish imagination.

 

 

Celebrities like Kate Moss, Victoria Beckham and Keri Russell love biker jackets as much as I do. They are constantly photographed wearing this classic style. Of course Victoria's Jacket is Balenciaga and she's wearing it with a Birkin. Kate's jacket is YSL. She usually wears hers with a t-shirt and jeans. I'm not sure who designed Keri's jacket but I love that she's wearing it with a plain white t-shirt and some distressed jeans. I already own every piece of this chic outfit. Now all I need is a new jacket!

 

Do you own a biker jacket?

photo credits (top to bottom): Harper's Bazaar, Stockholm Street Style, Rue Magazine, modelsjam.com, getty images, unknown photog, getty images

Inspiration - Taylor Tomasi Hill

Taylor Tomasi Hill (former editor of Marie Claire and currently exec at Moda Operandi) has been lauded as a street style darling.  The thing I love most about her style is the ease with which she mixes tough pieces with girlie pieces. Her style seems effortless yet chic.  Of course she has access to all of the top designers and latest fashion. However, it's the clothes and accessories that she chooses to pair together that inspire me.  Here are a few of my favorite looks.

Print skirt with a biker jacket and Chanel bag

This makes me want a bright yellow skirt

Bondage shoes and jewelry with a tuxedo jacket

Shearling boots and jacket with classic skirt

So basic yet chic. It's all about the accessories!