What to wear with a cream jacket

This cream jacket is one of my few purchases this season. I have been searching for one for some time. A couple of weeks ago I went on a hunt down Bond Street. I tried on a number of jackets, some of them designer and expensive.

I finally found one that suited my narrow frame. It is my only purchase from Zara this season. I like their designs but find that the fabrics and construction are not as good as they used to be.

I think this proves that fit is everything. If you find a garment that fits there is no need to spend a fortune. You can, in my opinion, look good on a budget. That said if you want a garment to last then it is worth spending more for good quality fabric. I tend to buy with longevity in mind. Just occasionally a little light indulgence can lift a well curated wardrobe.

Jacket by Zara similar and better quality fabric here.

SIMILAR JACKETS

I have finished the look with a pair of classic trousers by Eileen Fischer and black low heeled pumps.

BLACK TROUSERS

BLACK PUMPS

Chicatanyage

I write a fashion and beauty blog for women over 50 with the aim of inspiring mature women to continue to enjoy and have fun with their fashion choices. I have spent most of my working life in some way connected to fashion. I started my career in Fashion PR and then trained as an Image Consultant when my children were young. I subsequently worked in the corporate world running seminars, doing private coaching and speaking at conferences. I started my blog in 2009 as I wanted to share my years of experience working in the world of fashion. I truly believe we can continue to have confidence in the way we present ourselves. Our style may evolve with time and changing lifestyles, yet with a little knowledge and inspiration, we can all continue to have fun with fashion. As women of a certain age we are a growing demographic let us prove that we can also be a chic one.

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Susan B (unefemme.net) says:

17th August 2016 at 15:40

It's a gorgeous look, Josephine! So elegant.
Brenda Kilgallon says:

17th August 2016 at 16:40

Cream and black always looks so chic.
mildred k. borresen says:

17th August 2016 at 16:43

Does this style of neckline have a name? I love this style. I think it's a perfect frame for the face and jewelry!
- Chicatanyage says:
  
  17th August 2016 at 17:29
  
  Hi Mildred
  
  I think it can either be referred to as a Mandarin collar The style derives its Western name from the gowns worn by Mandarins in Imperial China. Alternatively it is often called a "Nehru" collar a very popular sale in India, my husband has a Nehru style jacket.
Janet McNeal says:

17th August 2016 at 16:45

Super Jacket, I too have just bought it in the sale, in deep coral (£19.99)! Amazing!
- Chicatanyage says:
  
  17th August 2016 at 17:21
  
  You did a bit better than me Janet I think I paid about £29.99. I did however have to repair the lining in one of the sleeves.
Wendy B says:

17th August 2016 at 17:31

I love the style and length of the jacket - and the collar. Very elegant. Haven't you found the same thing re a decrease in fabric and construction with Next? Do you remember when they began in the 80s - their knitwear was lovely and really well-made and so we're their jackets. Now I mainly find their clothes disappointing.
- Chicatanyage says:
  
  17th August 2016 at 17:36
  
  Hi Wendy B
  
  Sadly I have found this problem in most of the high street stores. That is why I am gravitating more towards shopping on the internet. Because brands like Winserlondon and MeanEm etc don't have shops (or only showcase ones) they therefore have lower overheads and can invest more money in fabric etc. This is going to be very sad for our high streets but it seems to be the way the world is going. I will be doing some posts on how to shop wisely on the internet shortly.
Britta Higgins bywayofberlin.com says:

17th August 2016 at 18:26

Love this look and the collar of the jacket is gorgeous and very striking! The length of the jacket is trending this season and I think its a great silhouette for smaller women because it doesn't overwhelm our frames. Nicely done!
xx Britta
Caroline says:

17th August 2016 at 19:53

I have moaned about the quality of M&S fabrics for a long time but I have also started looking around and finding the problem is widespread. Next is particularly bad, their clothes were very good quality when they first started.
Wendy says:

17th August 2016 at 21:54

I agree about the decline in quality on the high street. T-shirts in Next are dreadful, Monsoon charge the earth for items that are very often little more than rags and White Stuff also charge the earth for some very thin, poor quality fabrics. Funnily enough I have found some of the best high street stuff in Dorothy Perkins, especially considering how inexpensive their clothes are!
- Chicatanyage says:
  
  18th August 2016 at 08:58
  
  Poor quality fabrics seem to be a bone of contention. I do agree I tried on a 3/4 length mid-season coat the other day. Great colour and the style suited me. I always read the fabric label and discovered it was acrylic and polyester!. This is not going to keep me warm when the weather turns cold. Then I fell in love with a gorgeous coat (wool/cashmere) way out of my budget. It is a dilemma. I will do some more research.
Wendy in York says:

17th August 2016 at 22:04

I have to agree about poor quality fabrics . So often I handle an item , compare the quality to one I already own & decide to stick with the original . Lovely jacket but not for me - I'm far too messy for cream jackets !
Christine says:

17th August 2016 at 23:31

Love this look on you. Reminds me of a linen jacket I had and wore to death! You cannot beat a well fitting classic jacket.