One of the perks of having a similar height boyfriend with a taste for fine clothes that somehow always sit in the bottom of the wardrobe because, let’s be honest, comfortable wear is his everyday cup of tea is that you get to extend the realms of your own closet without any additional splurge. I say boyfriend here but you can replace it with sister/brother/mum/dad/roommie instead and the above will also be true.
How many times have we stood in front of our bursting off the seams wardrobe thinking I have nothing to wear? I have been told capsule wardrobes work wonders in this sense, because you consciously choose garments that represent you and that you don’t get tired of wearing (in theory)… but if you are anything like me and are not ready yet to give up all the beautiful pieces you have accumulated over the years in the hopes that the love you once felt for them will magically come back, but still falling into a style rut every now and again, then raiding’s somebody else’s wardrobe –with their permission, of course– is a very valid option that will hopefully quench your sartorial thirst. I wonder whether this “technique” actually works for capsule wardrobers, given that in practice you are not really buying any new pieces, mmm…
Anyways, after seeing the shearling coat trend all over social media this autumn I remembered Mr Vet had a very similar one that he only wore on special occasions. I tried it on and the cut was simply on point, not too big not too tight for me, perfect dose of oversized and as warm as a big teddy bear hug. I meannnnn… baby, it’s cold outside, and I need a new coat in my life, plus I am simply carrying out a good deed here, that precious gem being wasted in the bottom of a closet! I offered Mr Vet a peek into my wardrobe as compensation, but he didn’t seem very thrilled at the idea 😉
On this occasion, not only did I raid my boyfriend’s wardrobe to find this beauty, but on our last family reunion, I somehow ended up convincing my dad to give me his grey silky shirt that I am wearing under this cosy bell-sleeved H&M sweater. Another oversized piece that I have loved this winter, so lush and delicate yet a tad boxy and masculine.
Lately I find myself leaning towards either uber-chic and feminine outfits (see here and here for examples) or rather tomboyish street style looks. I like both styles for different reasons, but I am very much drawn by the effect that typically-masculine pieces have on a woman’s body. I find there is something powerful about suits, pants, and a general badass attitude that I like to incorporate into my looks quite often, not to mention men’s clothes tend to be much more comfortable than women’s! I guess the perfect balance will be reached when men feel free to wear typically-feminine pieces and also feel empowered in them… Mia from The Fashion Folks wisely talks about the blur in gender fashion on her latest post, which I found really interesting.
In any case, I do feel very much inspired by menswear every season, particularly when the colder months approach: oversized shirts and coats, boyfriend jeans, beanies, boxy t-shirts… they are versatile pieces that you can style in many ways, playing with the volumes, the lengths and your attitude. Personally, I like to add a touch of sensuality to those tomboyish looks by wearing my gold hoops or a red lipstick. I have learnt in recent years that contrasts work really well in fashion and as always it’s the little details that pull an outfit together!
It’s been sort of an aimless post, most likely influenced by a case of slight sleep deprivation, but here you go glamistas: an outfit I adore, with pieces I like from men whom I love. Fashion is feeling, and if I think about the day we shot these pics, I was feeling damn good!
Happy Sunday, my dear friends, keep those comments coming for I love to hear your thoughts week after week!
Peace&Love
Saida
Lisa Autumn
18th February 2018 at 10:15 amI always love an oversized look. Seems to cool and effortless!
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Mihaailo
16th February 2018 at 5:59 pmWow! Love the preppy look here!
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Ashley
15th February 2018 at 11:20 amThe perks of having an amazing bf!! hehehe you look soo chic babe! i wish i can borrow my hubby’s stuff but i just can’t!!! hahahaha
xxx
Ashley
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Black Dress Inspiration
14th February 2018 at 8:12 pmMe flipan tus jeans
Bss
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Vanessa
14th February 2018 at 4:03 pmSaida, I LOVE LOVE this look! Nothing better but to raid your partners closet! I love wearing my hubby’s oversized sweaters! They are so comfy and you look STUNNING!
Happy Valentine’s Day, babe!
xoxo, Vanessa
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jani
13th February 2018 at 11:28 pmWow amazing!!! That jacket though is such a great find!!! I love this look you came up with, very badass, boss lady comfortable in her own skin vibe.
Thanks for sharing!
Jani from http://www.mylifeinmedicineblog.com
Marta
13th February 2018 at 4:01 pmYour boyfriend’s coat looks great on you! My boyfriend has the BEST knitted sweaters, I try to get my hands on them from time to time 🙂
Marta
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Jecky | Want Get Repeat
13th February 2018 at 3:19 pmThis is an outfit I would 1000 % wear myself! The mix of stylish and effortless is on fleek, girl!
XX from Germany
Jecky
Want Get Repeat
Steal4Style
12th February 2018 at 4:47 pmMe encanta esta cazadora, Saida!! La verdad es que los looks con toques masculinos son mis favoritos. A veces me doy una vuelta por las secciones masculinas, aunque solo sea para encontrar alguna camiseta friki jajaja. Me encanta el estilazo que le metes a este look casual con esa cazadora. Es todo un acierto! Un saludo enorme!!
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Carmen
11th February 2018 at 10:30 pmSuch a cool sweater! Your daddy seems to have great style 😉 And I can fully relate, during those cold days there’s nothing better than a good oversized layering look! You killed it with this look Saida <3
xxx, Carmen – http://carmitive.com
paz
11th February 2018 at 8:17 pmYo hoy pase casi la mitad del día con la sudadera y el abrigo de mi chico! No hay nada más cómodo y más versátil!
Vivan los armarios de nuestros novios/amigos/compis de piso…etc!
Te ves preciosa, y además muy cool!
Un abrazo grande, bella!
Paz
Catherine
11th February 2018 at 5:51 pmI’m in love with every piece of this look !!! So stylish
♡
Catherine
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Katya
11th February 2018 at 12:58 pmYou are rockin’ this style, babe!
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Kim
9th February 2018 at 12:01 amAw I think it’s so cute that you raid your boyfriend’s closet sometimes! Mens clothes seem to be comfier than womens because it’s a larger fit. No wonder we have such thing as “boyfriend jeans”, etc. Your outfit turned out great! Love the inspo!
Kim
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Valeria Chizhova
8th February 2018 at 10:13 pmReally like your post and outfit!
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Ashley
8th February 2018 at 4:30 pmI love this menswear look, lady- that jacket is awesome!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Stella
8th February 2018 at 3:00 pmSuch a fab look and jacket! I love raiding my hubby’s closet too, especially their jackets are perfectly oversized right? You absolutely nailed the look and styling my dear Saida!
Happy almost Friday and lots of kisses!
xoxo
Stella
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syakirah
8th February 2018 at 7:43 amis it just me that I think some guys clothing looks good?
You look great!
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Cindy Elena
8th February 2018 at 2:11 amI would’ve never guessed that your wearing your boyfriends jacket! It fits you PERFECTLY! And I’m obsessed with the way you styled it — I too sometimes steal some button downs from my dad’s closet.
xo | Cindy Elena
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Jen
7th February 2018 at 9:29 pmSuch a cute jacket, love how you style it, looks so good on you! ♥
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MONICA SORS
7th February 2018 at 11:14 amLove how you styled this look!!
xx
Mónica Sors
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Violette
7th February 2018 at 10:09 amI’m so in love with the entire outfit! I love to take some inspiration to menswear, I think that when you perfectly styled it (like you did) it’s so chic!
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Amy Arnold
7th February 2018 at 1:21 amYou styled the coat perfectly. I have totally stood in front of my closet and stared before. Maybe I need to raid my hubby’s. 🙂
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Ivana
6th February 2018 at 8:46 pmYesss I love the menswear vibes! Maybe you should strike a deal on which items you can keep, because you killed this!
Ivana x
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The Fashion Folks
6th February 2018 at 5:56 pmHahah yes though!! I used to go through the closet of my family member’s growing up and I honestly still go through my mother’s closet sometimes haha. Just the best way to get some inspo, but also try clothes you wouldn’t by yourself. The sweater looks so cozy and I love it with the jacket. Have a lovely week babe! Xx
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Jalisa
6th February 2018 at 4:11 pmI absolutely love the way you’ve styled the jacket! The overall outfit is stylish and has a cozy feel to it with the jacket and the oversized sweater, so good! I’m always peeking into my husband’s closet and grabbing what I can, lol. I was eyeing one of his suit jackets because it’s in the trending check print, I may need to borrow it 😉 Lol! Thanks for sharing, beauty, and I hope you have a great week ahead!
XO,
Jalisa
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Amely Rose
6th February 2018 at 3:01 pmHun you are my personal layering queen!
This is the perfect casual winterlook.
Amazing styling.
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Nicole
6th February 2018 at 5:58 amHahahaha i found this post fun. You actually look good in your boyfriends clothes. X
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Short Girl Long Jacket
5th February 2018 at 8:51 pmThat shearling is definitely too nice to be left at the bottom of a closet! It looks perfect on you. My boyfriend is a foot taller than me so my choices are limited, but I can wear some of his sweaters and tees as dresses 🙂
xx
MM
5th February 2018 at 6:42 pmEstas muy guapa,,,dale las gracias al Sr. Vet de mi parte jejee ….Besitos para los dos
Alittlethingsbcn
5th February 2018 at 11:31 amMe encanta el look!! La chaqueta es preciosa y te sienta fenomenal!!
Besicos bonita!!
Rubi
5th February 2018 at 2:30 amYess so good Saida! Raiding the boyfriend’s closet is my fave thing to do, I always find such good stuff. You look so chic babe!
x Rubi
Pose & Repeat
Shanice
4th February 2018 at 7:44 pmI love this outfit, Saida! Definitely something I would wear as well! The Sweater with the button down shirt underneath looks so minimal and classic…I wish you a great week!
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Didier
4th February 2018 at 2:45 pmhaha you’re lucky you have that option! It means you have doubled up your wardrobe!
-Didier
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patricia
4th February 2018 at 2:45 pmSuch an astonishing winter wardrobe!! I truly adore your outfits, love the way to style that turtleneck and shearling coats so winter enlivened looks.