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Velvet Blazers Aren’t Just for the Boys

12/22/17 | Fashion Friday, Gap, Nordstrom

Winter Style in 1.STATE Velvet Tuxedo Blazer 03

The title really says it all – velvet blazers aren’t really just for the boys!  After last week’s merlot colored dress I must have something for the wine hues because this deep claret blazer – a color even named after red table wine produced in the Bordeaux region of France – hits all the right notes for me with it’s deep purplish red color. 

At least half a dozen wore nice velvet blazers to my 4,000 person holiday party and while I opted for this black off the shoulder dress this blazer would have fit right in.  I decided to pair it with all black for this look to really let it stand out but couldn’t resist throwing in a different pattern and these faux leather leggings added just that extra pop I was looking for! 

Blazer | 1.STATE Velvet Tuxedo Blazer in Deep Claret

Shirt | GAP Long Sleeve Modern V-Neck Tee     Necklace | Long Gold Leaf Pendant (similar)

Pants | Commando Perfect Control Faux Leather Leggings

Boots | Rockport Womens Total Motion Lynix Bootie in Black

Winter Style in 1.STATE Velvet Tuxedo Blazer and Commando Perfect Control Faux Leather LeggingsWinter Style in 1.STATE Velvet Tuxedo Blazer with Commando Perfect Control Faux Leather LeggingsWinter Style in 1.STATE Velvet Tuxedo Blazer 02Fall Style in 1.STATE Velvet Tuxedo Blazer and Commando Perfect Control Faux Leather Leggings

I did not end up wearing this look to any of my holiday parties in New York City though I really should because as of last night I am safely in Florida for the rest of the year and while I have a few more holiday parties this look doesn’t quite work for 80 degree weather! Stay tuned to Insta though to see what I do end up wearing!

What do you think of this look? 

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Comments

  1. Lucy says

    December 27, 2017 at 3:41 pm

    Such a gorgeous blazer and I love those pants!

  2. Liz says

    December 24, 2017 at 9:16 am

    I will have to take a look. A new twist for me on a holiday look.

  3. Amy says

    December 24, 2017 at 8:29 am

    Wow, those leggings look amazing on you. I like the fullness of the blazer look tapering down to the sleekness of the leggings and booties. You rock that look!

  4. April Monty says

    December 23, 2017 at 1:33 pm

    These are really nice jackets, I’d rock one for the right look

  5. Lucy says

    December 22, 2017 at 10:49 pm

    The color is simply divine on you! I agree, girls can wear velvet blazers too!

  6. TAMMY says

    December 22, 2017 at 11:52 am

    One Merry Christmas to you. Two I love the fashionable blazer. Three I like those leather leggings. Perfect for a night out. and I like the booties too. Enjoy Florida. My Office Christmas party yesterday was a blast. Part 2 is today.

Hi, I am Kelly and welcome to Sparkles and Shoes, a fashion, travel, and lifestyle blog founded in 2012.  After six years of living in London I am back in New York with my husband and two littles! 

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