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| Giambattista Valli. Photo: style.com |
What is it with sleeveless jackets? The trend that seems to make an unwelcome appearance every year, a bit like Norovirus. Don't think I haven't noticed this half-baked concept is back for spring 2013, and if I'm not mistaken, it'll still be with us next winter. Thank you, Victoria Beckham...
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I very rarely rehash old posts, but this really does need reiterating. So. Here's something I prepared earlier:
There are some things I don't see the point of like
Top Gear,
goji berries and Cheryl Cole. They don't inspire me or make me laugh,
and a superfood, rich in vitamins and antioxidants that tastes like
bits of old carpet isn't that super, if you ask me. When it comes to pointless
fashion, the sleeveless jacket is hard to beat. Layering is a
wonderful thing but I'm talking luxury fine knits not
blazers-without-sleeves. That's Not My Age has never seen a stylish
person in a sleeveless jacket, ever. In fact, I don't think I've seen anyone in a sleeveless jacket since the 1980s, no matter how hard designers try to foist them upon us. And that's because they are unnecessary and fussy and not at all easy-to-wear. I want fashion to
simplify my life not constrict my armpits on a hot summer's day.
Or turn my biceps numb in winter. Whether it's vintage Gaultier, Stella McCartney or good old
M&S, the sleeveless jacket has no place in a grown-up woman's
wardrobe. But fortunately, there's plenty of room for it in the fashion
bin:
Is there anything you'd like to fling into the Fashion Bin?
I'm with you! If I'm wearing a jacket, it's because I want to be warm. The last thing we need is more sleeveless *anything.*
ReplyDeleteI second this sentiment - I want a little sleeve, at least, on everything. And though it will probably keep coming around, neon can go in the bin, imho.
ReplyDeleteSleeveless? Maybe they should be called husband-beaters?
ReplyDeleteI totally agree. I need to be comfortable, and hide my flaws. A sleeve (a small one in summer) is most flattering on my lily-white arms. I never thought I would say this, but I'm now of an age where uncomfortable underwear, no matter how attractive, is in the bin too.
ReplyDeleteWarm regards.
Completely agreed. I don't find denying the elements particularly stylish (bare legs in winter, skinny jeans in summer sort of thing), but I guess there are those that do...
ReplyDeleteThey make as much sense to me as boots with cut-out toes. . . .
ReplyDeleteThey look kind of cool visually (if you've got toned arms) but I see what you mean. Not very practical and probably not comfortable.
ReplyDeleteI´d say that it depends on the who and what and where.
ReplyDeletePersonally, I have no need for a sleeveless jacket, but what about a good looking sleeveless skirt suit with a sleeveless jacket with a great design, on a great looking woman on the " right " occasion?
Right to the bin goes everything made in sweat house countries, artificial materials + bling-bling, uncomfortable shoes, overpriced clothing and clothes worn by everyone else.
Umm, technically the yellow jacket is not sleeveless.
ReplyDeleteI'm telling you, I thought the same till I got a sleeveless shearling vest (and arm warmers).
ReplyDeletehttp://wendybrandes.com/blog/2012/04/what-wendy-wore-stacy-lomman-vest-arm-warmers/
I discovered the same thing with a short-sleeved jacket about five years ago -- sometimes I DO need exactly that amount of warmth! Who knew!
Please don't exile me, bit I have what could be described as a knee length sleeveless trench. I love it! It's a cool weather garment and I usually layer a soft blouse under it with skinny or straight leg jeans. I do think it all depends on how these are worn:)
ReplyDeleteeeuk!! You can toss in the ubiquitous Hoxton Bonnet.....woolly over-sized bobble hats.....too!!
ReplyDeleteBuff arms are incredible and if I had them (ala Ms. Beckham) I would definitely want to show them off in new ways.
ReplyDeleteIn the trash bin for me...everything with an obvious logo displayed and stressed jeans.
Couldn't agree with you more. Well said.
ReplyDeleteI would add the Winter coats that come with 3/4 length sleeves.
ReplyDeleteI would also add leggings. I know many grown up women find them comfortable but this is an unflattering garment for 98 percent of women that is still in the shops.
When does a jacket become a vest? When it doesn't have sleeves. I'm perplexed as to why it isn't called a vest? Oh, my choice for fashion bin is the ubiquitous baggy pants (for men, thankfully we don't see them so much on the ladies)Even the skinny jeans they manage to bag. Oy.
ReplyDeleteWonderful Sleeves Jackets!! Really nice yellow jacket. And thanks for sharing information.
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