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Oversized blazers, trench coats, overcoats, and denim jackets all have the potential to give your outfit a streetwear-chic vibe. If you’ve never styled an oversized jacket before, it can be a little tough to find pieces that mesh well together and look proportionate. We’ve compiled some of the best style tips for your oversized jacket so you can look flawless every time you walk out the door!
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QuestionShould a denim jacket be oversized?Dina Scherer is an Image and Wardrobe Stylist and the Founder of Modnitsa Styling, based in Sarasota, FL. With over a decade of experience, Dina specializes in color analysis, style development, closet editing, and personal shopping. She helps her clients elevate their personal style and curate a wardrobe aligned with their lifestyle. Modnitsa Styling has been featured in Business Insider, the New York Times, The Strategist, Bloomberg, and more. Dina holds degrees in Advertising and Marketing, Fashion Merchandising, and a Certificate in Image Consulting from the Fashion Institute of Technology.It can be, if you want! Oversized jackets work great as statement pieces, as long as you don't pair them with other baggy garments.
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QuestionHow do you make an oversized denim jacket look good?Dina Scherer is an Image and Wardrobe Stylist and the Founder of Modnitsa Styling, based in Sarasota, FL. With over a decade of experience, Dina specializes in color analysis, style development, closet editing, and personal shopping. She helps her clients elevate their personal style and curate a wardrobe aligned with their lifestyle. Modnitsa Styling has been featured in Business Insider, the New York Times, The Strategist, Bloomberg, and more. Dina holds degrees in Advertising and Marketing, Fashion Merchandising, and a Certificate in Image Consulting from the Fashion Institute of Technology.Try to wear fitted jeans or trousers with your oversized jacket. Wearing too many baggy clothes can make your outfit seem big and bulky, and can take away from your body shape. If you're wearing a dark jacket, slip into a contrasting-colored shirt or pair of pants—this helps your jacket stand out.
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- Wearing oversized clothing is all about proportions. If you have an oversized jacket on top, keep your bottoms form-fitting.Thanks
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- ↑ Dina Scherer. Wardrobe Stylist & Personal Shopper. Expert Interview. 24 August 2021.
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- ↑ Dina Scherer. Wardrobe Stylist & Personal Shopper. Expert Interview. 24 August 2021.
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