Leather Jacket?--Don't be Ashamed to Go Faux!!!

I love to watch the shocked looks on friends and strangers faces when they say, "Your jacket is so nice!  How much did you pay for it?" and I reply with, "$30.  I bought it at Forever 21."

Forever 21 Zippered Snap Moto Jacket $33

The leather jacket whether it be authentic or faux is a great way to freshen up any outfit.  It is also one of the few pieces that you can wear year round.  Layer underneath during the winter or wear over a strapless dress on a cool summer night. 

The reality is that not all of us have the $400 plus to invest in this fashion piece so...don't be ashamed ladies of going faux.  Here's what to watch for to make sure you look chic and not cheap:

1. Try one of two shapes:  Look for either a biker shape as shown above or for those of you who are bustier go for the bomber shape.  The bomber will provide more room in the body and allow you to zip easily.
2. Once you figure out what style is best for you, fit is key: 
       -Make sure the bottom hem of the jacket touches the top of your hip bone (should be no shorter)
       -Sleeves need to be long enough so that when you reach out your arms the sleeve does not go more    than one inch above your wrist bone.  Long sleeves will help with proportion since the jacket is shorter in the body
       -Most importantly...make sure you can zip the jacket.  Whether the jacket is $15 or $500 you should not buy it unless you can zip comfortably.

There are great options out there!  In addition to my personal choice above here are some of my favorites ranging from $20 to $130!!!

The Biker

    Top Shop Biker Jacket $95

Bebe Pocket Detailed Jacket $69

Urban Outfitter Silence and Noise Biker Jacket $128

Arden B. Scuba Jacket $58

Express (Minus the) Leather Motorcycle Jacket $118

Guess Jade Moto Jacket $128

The Bomber

American Apparel Faux Leather Hoody $60

Wet Seal Rib Collar Jacket $40

Top Shop Wide Funnel Bomber Jacket $100

F21 Textured Leatherette Jacket $23

From one fashion enthusiast to another don't forget everyday is a new adventure--Dress like it!

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Start the Year Off Right!

Happy New Year Everyone!  I have to admit that due to the full time job, family, and social life I have been a bad blogger.  Well it's time to embrace the New Year and I promise to be better!  In addition to kicking off the year by setting my top resolutions I also read an absolutely fabulous book recently released that EVERYONE must own:

You Know You Want It by Eric Daman

Eric Daman is the Costume Designer behind the hit series Gossip Girl and Creative Consultant for Charlotte Russe.  This book symbolizes everything that agirl2shop4u is about.  Fashion is about fit, inspiration, and how you feel and Eric demonstrates that you can be fashionable without spending the big bucks!!!

Here are my Top 10 reasons that you need to run to your local book store and get this book right away:

#1: The book is a master piece!  Colorful, beautiful, and full of INSPIRATION!
2. Leighton Meester's Foreword was so genuine it gave me goose bumps (no joke)
3. Shopping for jeans?  IGNORE THE SIZE--"More important than the number on the tag is how your potential denim soul mate actually fits"--Eric Daman (Smart Man)
4. Read about Investment Pieces v. "Trendy Fillers"--see if you can guess who paid more...
5.  Anyone who recommends Fruit of the Loom t-shirts for a basic tee buy is a genius in my eyes!
6. I heart the helpful "411's".  Read them.  They are great!
7. Find out what your fashion color palette is: "Think of yourself as the canvas and paint with your clothes, covering yourself in beautifully arranged colors that frame your face."--Eric Daman.
8. Chapter 8: Rule Breakers.  See how to wear the same piece regardless of what season it is.
9. This book will EXCEED your expectations with tips on tailoring, how to reorganize your closet, what belongs in your own personal styling kit, and much, much more.
10. "If you wish, create a different character every day. Your style should be fluid"--Eric Daman.  I LOVE IT!!!

Start your year off right!  Get EXCITED about fashion! 

From one fashion enthusiast to another don't forget everyday is a new adventure--Dress like it!

DISCLAIMER: agirl2shop4u does not claim credit for any images featured on this site (unless otherwise noted). All photos are used for comment only. No photos are used for commercial use.