How to Style a Bolero Jacket

In today’s episode of the 2-Minute Outfit, I show you two ways to wear a bolero jacket in two minutes. Bolero jackets are quite versatile and can be styled as a dressy piece or dressed down and worn with denims for a more casual look. Here’s what I did in three easy steps. WATCH.

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Style Tip: Always start with a foundational piece and build your look from there. Jackets are essential staple pieces in your wardrobe simply because they are great at polishing off any look. Your outfit will likely be just as chic without them but jackets are wardrobe elements that will take your look to glam status.

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I layered a longer tunic underneath. I love experimenting with varying layers and juxtaposing shorter and longer lenghts. Wearing a longer tunic under a bolero jacket gives your look slimming sophisticated style detail.IMG_6668IMG_6670

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Accessorize: Wear a strong statement piece that accents the jacket and your bottoms. Gold tones and browns perfectly accent the glimmer gold undertone hues in the jacket and the colors pair perfectly with fierce red.

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Style Spin: Flip the jacket by wearing a different top underneath that hits right at the waistband or can be tucked in. Bolero jackets can also be styled with pencil skirts, high-waist trousers, denims, or a dress. If you tuck in, wear a statement choker necklace or a necklace that’s closer to your neck, outlining the neckline of the jacket. Here’s an opportunity to add a pop of color.

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LOOK 1

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LOOK 2Photo on 10-1-14 at 5.24 PM #3SHOP the LOOK: Bolero Jacket- Labels Atlanta (similar) | Top- Banana Republic (similar) | Trousers- Boutique Find (similar) | Statement Necklaces+Wristlets- Betsy Pittard Designs | Cuff Bracelet- Kendra Scott