This Jacket Is Amazing (and You Need It)

I mean, really: Is there anything better than an outfit that just comes together effortlessly in the morning?

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(Yes, of course there is, but let’s just pretend for sartorial reasons and the sake of today’s post…)

hallie wilson lifestyle blogger wearing a madewell jean jacket, clare vivier clutch and nude wedges

About a month ago, I partnered up with Cotton to create a few fun outfits for a feature on Glamour.com (you can see all of them here).

As you might imagine, concepting and styling each look was the fun part — and even though I was to stick specifically to clothing that was primarily cotton-based, shopping was a lot easier than I’d anticipated.

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One of my favorite purchases was this classic jean jacket from Madewell (found at Nordstrom, actually).

It’s 100% cotton and I can’t tell you what a difference that makes in the fabric. You know how some jean jackets can feel weirdly scrunchy, boxy or just plain heavy? Not this one — the fabric really makes all the difference.

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While we’re at it: I’m almost ashamed to admit that I haven’t had a good ‘ol jean jacket in my closet for quite some time.

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As has been proven recently, this classic coat can be paired with anything and everything in your wardrobe (like today’s relaxed-fit shorts and classic striped tee). I wore it a few weeks ago with that pretty pink dress, too. Ultimately, I think it’s especially perfect for a trip to Chicago’s Goose Island brewery (shown here) or to an al fresco brunch with the girls… Mimosa, please!

(I know, I know… It’s only Wednesday. Too soon?)

When it comes to wardrobe investments, there really isn’t a better piece to purchase for spring… And in my opinion this style staple is well worth the $118 price tag — it’s machine washable, too.

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Clothing

Jean jacket: Madewell
Striped tee: Joe Fresh
Cuffed shorts: DL1961
Leather clutch: Clare Vivier
Open-toe wedges: Cole Haan (on sale, in more sizes here)

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Beauty

Hair styling: Living Proof’s No Frizz collection (get the introductory kit here)
Foundation: bareMinerals Complexion Rescue in ‘Natural’
Lipstick: NARS velvet satin lip pencil in ‘Rikeugien’
Mascara: bareMinerals volumizing mascara
Eyeliner: Mac Liquidlast eyeliner

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