Mary Jane Fashion Gold Sequin Biker Jacket * / ASOS Denim & Mesh Dress / Mango Draped Cardigan / Topshop Boutique Boots / Balenciaga City
One of my favourite things I got for Christmas was this sequined biker jacket that Mary Jane Fashion sent me all prettily wrapped up with a pink bow & a little Christmas message. I’m obsessed with nice packaging, so this little extra touch made it all the more special.
I admit, it’s not usually something I’d choose (with it not being black!) but as soon as I tried it on I was in love! The sequins are a lovely muted gold with a little black underlay showing through, and the biker style with the contrast black lapels & chunky zip give it more of a grungy feel, which means despite it being sequined I feel like I can just throw it on, even with more casual outfits. Here I kept it very simple, no jewellery & minimal black layers to keep it from looking fussy or over the top.
I’ve just brought my 3rd one of these draped cardigans from Mango, they’re such a great basic layering piece with their long asymmetric front & cropped back, the only downside is that they don’t last very long at all before they look a bit tatty which is such a shame! When I saw it in the sale on ASOS I knew I had to get a 3rd backup just incase I couldn’t find them again once my current one is knackered! Does anyone else buy ‘backups’ of their favourite pieces? It can’t just be me, surely?!
Maria says
I LOVE this jacket, the sequins are amazing and I love the gold colour!
Maria xxx
Sam says
Ooh that jacket is gorgeous! I just won a dress from Mary Jane Fashion :)
FAIIINT says
Yes, I saw on their Twitter! Congratulations! Look forward to seeing how you wear it! :)
Kylie says
OOoo I love it! I love me some sequins mixed with casual! The jacket is gorge and I know you say it isn’t usually you…but I think the style of it, is very you! I don’t tend to back-up on the same things, but I buy a lot of the same type of things. Xxx
FAIIINT says
Yeah, I agree! I’m not usually one for sequins as most of the time I find them a bit too girly, but the biker shape gives it a tougher edge which is way more me! It’s cliche, but I feel so rocknroll in it! Hah! :D
Shabna says
This whole outfit is amazing! x
J. says
The entire look is fabulous! (I’m trying hard to wear sequins…I feel a little dance costume when I wear it!) And no, ypu’re not the only one who buys multiples! There are times when I could kick myself for passing up on items, so I’ve just learned to buy them…I can always return it later…
FAIIINT says
I know what you mean! I find them really tricky too! I think the key is getting a piece that’s a good silhouette & in a muted, neutral colour & keep the rest of the look super simple, that way they look more grown up I think :)
Natasha says
AMAZING jacket! Love how you’ve styled it girl x
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thehautecookie says
love the glitz happy friday! xO!
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gembear says
what an amazing jacket! total eye-catcher. i’m not surprised you were chuffed to open it up!
moiminnie says
Your dress is amazing. Loving the dark shadow, beautiful! Love from http://www.moiminnie.blogspot.com xx
heather says
OMYGOD I’m in love with your sequin motor jacket. AH! I need this in my life!
<3
heather
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Jenny says
I agree that good packaging really makes a difference when you get something! It makes it feel the extra bit special :) I love the jacket itself, it’s a really good shape and the gold is just fantastic! I love anything with sequins though! When I find a basic that I really love I tend to buy a lot of them to restock, for instance leggings! I hope you had a fab new year lovely :) xx
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FAIIINT says
I’m glad I’m not the only packaging lover! :) & Yes, I have an entire drawer full of identical basic leggings too & the same with tank tops, tees & jeans! I think it’s good to have a little stock of basics, especially things like that as they wear out so quickly!
lala says
lovely blazer
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xo lala
Erin Z says
I love gold because they go with black so well! And statement pieces are great because you wouldn’t have to accessorise much when you are feeling lazy.
steff says
that jacket is amazing! :)
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Jessica says
This is such a unique sequined jacket. Love how you styled it.
FASHION TALES says
I pretty much live in knits because of their versatility, so I like the long cardigans as well. The golden sequins jacket looks great, I really love that it’s cropped style. :) Happy new year! /Madison
yuka says
im sooo loving that jacket!! you look amazing.
annette says
this is one badass jacket! i love the glitz against the black
xo
annette
steph says
oh my goodness a sequin biker! that’s a gorgeous jacket steph, so nice of them to send you one for christmas ;)
Miranda says
You look so pretty in sequins… Maybe it is because it is a little unexpected :)
XX,
Miranda
FAIIINT says
Hehe! Yeah, I think it’s given me the sequin bug… I’ve even been finding myself drooling over sequined dresses & I never thought I’d say that! ;)
Janine says
That jacket is amazing!
I am now following you, just found your blog and I really like it
Janine xx
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FAIIINT says
Aw, thankyou, that’s so nice to hear! :)
danielle says
glad you strayed from the black with this one. it’s perfect.
i don’t have any backups but i’ve regretted not getting them on multiple items. maybe i’ll start now :)
Ayoola says
I love this look. That jacket is gorgeous.
Xx
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Designer Binary says
Leicester?! :)
FAIIINT says
Yes, Highcross! Are you from Leicester too? :)
Designer Binary says
Yes I am. Small world, Just stumbled across your blog today :) I don’t live in Leicester now but go back a lot. Was there staying with fam for Xmas.