Date night

My husband and I have been going out less frequently these days; maybe it's that we are so busy with work, maybe we're just tired, maybe it has to do with going out multiple times of week gets costly. So, because of this, when we do go out, I want to doll myself up- even if it's just a little.


Saturday night we went out to dinner at Gargoyles On The Square, where Jason Santos as Executive Chef never fails us (although, I'm sad to say, the service was not up to par the last time we were there!), and it's not normally a dress up type of place, so I wanted to wear something that looked sharp, but didn't make me try too hard. After all, your significant other loves you for you, so you want to impress them, but be yourself at the same time. 


I opted for my True Religion Vintage Joey jeans, a black empire waist loose shirt from Victoria's Secret, my sassy shoes, a Judith Ripka chain necklace that the husband bought for me, and a Coach (in Mia Ocelot) animal print purse...ha, the husband got that one for me, too!
I also wore a hounds-tooth jacket, like this one:

An easy outfit, a fun date night!

How to wear: Long Jackets

Ashley from New Orleans writes,

Vera Wang Brocade Jacket

I saw this online and LOVE it...but how and what in the world do you wear this as or with what?  Pants, a skirt and what shirt underneath, a cami?   HELP!  :) thanks!

Great question Ashley!

This jacket would be great with similar colors- like a dark pencil skirt like this:

BCBGMAXAZRIA Women's Monica Pencil Skirt

Or with dark slightly flared/boot cut trousers

Banana Republic Dark Resin Wash Trouser Jeans

What to wear underneath the jacket? Well, you could go bold and wear mid- to long sleeves underneath the jacket let the sleeve show, it's a layering affect. If it's too warm in LA for that, you definitely could do a lace camisole!

Now, for your accessories. Pair it with a chunky silver necklace! Don't forget your handbag. Might I suggest the Mia Ocelot style to add some rawr factor (not to mention, the metallic aspect from the bag matches the sheen of the jacket)?

And your shoes you ask? I am a HUGE fan of a sexy pair of red pumps or booties, especially when your outfit is all the same dark color, or family of colors. So, try these on for size!

Cynthia Vincent red booties

Until next time,