long lines

by Karen Blanchard
11 April 2011
Oversized men’s leather jacket:  Rick Walkers vintage in Boston.  Skirt: Brooklyn flea market.  Boots: Jeffrey Campbell (last size left online).  Bag: Balenciaga.  Fedora: Trash & Vaudeville.  Shades: Ray Ban ( my faves of all the shades I have. Just learned today that Michael wants a pair).  Slash neck red top: American Apparel (anyone seen their leather clutches??). Sword necklace: Soos Rocks.  LOVE this one too for a singular piece (less expected than the typical crosses).
Saw this skirt at the Brooklyn flea last week Sunday and snatched it up.  The print is so gorge and very different from maxis that are usually plain. If you can’t find a skirt like this, a dress like this one works with a plain top over it (love all their maxis). 
The leather jacket was found while at Boston.  I’ve been looking for a long length version (the Phillip Lim oversized ones are so sick in real life but not in my budget).  Love the idea of wearing a leather jacket like a boyfriend blazer that really covers you up and this one was smooshy enough to cave.  I can see me balancing the longer line out with shorter skirts/shorts soon. 
Category: black leather jacket, maxi, maxi skirt

48 comments

  1. Camilla. says:

    oh wow that skirt is amazing.

    x Camilla

    intothefoldfashion.blogspot.com

  2. Priscilla says:

    I love your leather jacket! I’ve been looking for one like that for ages Xx

  4. thehautepursuit says:

    karen i’m super jealous of ur jacket! ive always wanted a mens leather moto jkt but everything has always been too big. i agree about the lim jacket…i met a girl who bought one from ebay…but till had to pay 900 for it…the jacket is GORGE but…way outta my budget.
    thx for checking up on me 🙂 always nice chatting with u on the sly
    xo
    V

  5. Al says:

    That skirt is just fabulous! i can’t believe you found it at a flea market. The colors are so vibrant and rich looking. Your necklace is awesome too. Is that new or something you’ve had? Love the whole outfit.
    http://www.skylarkmanor.com

  8. Reckless Daughter says:

    I’m in love with that sword necklace! Where is it from?

  9. Maria Elba says:

    eeep!! i love the flowy skirt and colors of it!

  10. Monroe Steele says:

    this skirt is awesome…love the quirky print too and how you styled it. how did the new hair place go???? (via twitter)

    xoxo Monroe

    Fashion Steele NYC

  11. Lisa Ann says:

    I always luv your looks! SO glad to have found your blog. I am pretty new to blogging, but already addicted. Check me out sometime… I would appreciate any feedback doll.

    http://www.sugarcoatedstyle.com

    ❤ Lisa Ann

  13. Maycie After Five says:

    Your leather jacket is perfect. Just the right amount of slouch. Love the print on your skirt too. Great find.

  14. She Wears, She Shares says:

    Hi Karen,

    I am loving this Aztec print! Would have fought you for it, had I found it at the flea market! haha

    xoxo

    ♥

    Julie

  15. behindblueeyes says:

    This skirt is amazing I especially love her pattern and lenght <3

  17. mania mania says:

    Now that’s a lovely piece of skirt! Recently I’ve bought on a flea market similar patterned blouse/tunic, straight from Thailand. Actually it’s less aztec, than yours, and colours are more intense…hum 🙂 Anyways – love your outfit, as always!

  20. amalie says:

    love this! great skirt xx

  21. Sia says:

    No lie, I had a dream last night that I bought a jumper that exact colour,lol. I love this look on you. Love Sia x

    http://www.rosemarierocks.com/

  23. 6roove says:

    skirt is fantastic!

  24. EMMAYAMMA. says:

    That outfit is lovely.
    Amazing jacket
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    XOXO

  28. Collections says:

    That skirt is SO gorgeous.

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  29. juniee says:

    amazing skirt!!! wowzer!! and love the necklace too..

  35. AStylishBlur says:

    Ammaaazzinngg skirt!

    xo

  37. Fashionable Rose says:

    i love it that you have such a unique style,u don’t copy anyone else! i love ur blog! x

  39. Carolyn says:

    that maxi skirt print is so amazing and i love the way it flows when you walk. gorgeous look!

  40. Nita -Karoliina says:

    Your necklace is cool! Nice look all over.

  41. Patricia says:

    Your new skirt is just breathtaking….
    Could you tell me how many pairs of shoes do you have? Ive triend to count them all as I was going through your blog from the very first post to the one above but could not get the numbers right. You have soooo many shoes! Could you post me the answer on my blog http://www.alookintomywardrobe.blogspot.com
    Then I could at least show my boyfriend that I am not the only person who is so crazy about shoes.

  45. Nickie Frye says:

    That skirt is a trip. Love it! I was thinking of you the other day. I picked up an incredible knitted maxi dress & it reminded me of a skirt you wore once. I haven’t decided yet if I’m going to sell it or keep it, but here’s a crappy iPhone pic of it. I think you would rock it! (excuse the undeez) http://blog.nickienoel.com/?p=2878

  47. Mo Pie, Please says:

    That skirt is unbelievably amazing. So lucky you get to shop at Brooklyn Flea whenever you want!

  48. Market Publique says:

    That skirt is SICKKK!!!!
    Love it with the leather jacket too!
    xo
    – Pamela

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