Grown-up Rain Gear

by Jen on Tuesday, March 15, 2011



With the amount of rain that Vancouver gets, the unthoughtful uniform of a waterproof rain jacket & wellies can become drab and, well honestly, a little bit depressing. This black Mackage trench that I scored last summer at a deep discount, paired with a pair of stiletto booties (and of course an umbrella), has thankfully allowed for a much chicer alternative.









Wearing: Mackage trench, Jacob belt, Joe Fresh army green tights, Zara booties, Tom Ford Anouk sunnies, Coach bag, ASOS ring, MAC lip pencil in Brick

39 comments

That's such a great trench! I really like how you styled it with the cheetah belt. And great job on the discount! I love getting things for steals.

by Chaucee on March 16, 2011 at 12:01 AM. #

i like the way you styled the trench with a skinny belt and some cute heels. we get a lot of rain too and i'm tired of wearing hello kitty rainboots all the time xD

by Angie on March 16, 2011 at 12:09 AM. #

That trench coat is AMAZING!

xoxo,

colormenana.blogspot.com

by Dylana Suarez on March 16, 2011 at 12:12 AM. #

omg your trench is AMAH-ZING!! i'm going gaga over the leather detailing on the back!

i heart your zara booties they are so cute.. i never find cute shoes like that at zara's you are so lucky.. they look UBER expensive too!

i really love that you're wearing military green colored tights.. really gives a certain edginess to the outfit!

by Lisa on March 16, 2011 at 12:16 AM. #

this is ultra-chic!!! that trench is seriously amazing! love the booties too!

by belle on March 16, 2011 at 1:07 AM. #

Omg amazing trench!!
Loved how you paired it with a leopard belt :)

And I want those shoes <3

x Cotton Candy

by Tasja on March 16, 2011 at 1:31 AM. #

Awesome trench! It's from Dakota Group sample sale, right? Love the leather lining on the shoulders. What material is it made from? It doesn't look waterproof! From the pictures it looks like it's cotton. You version of uniform for Vancouver's weather is definately a lot chicer than most people. :)

Lianna
www.thesavvyfrugalista.com

by The Savvy Frugalista on March 16, 2011 at 1:41 AM. #

you look so classy!!!




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K.
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by KcomeKarolina on March 16, 2011 at 2:06 AM. #

Gorgeous! The bag is amazing, I need one like that myself. You look very glamorous ;)

by Anaivilo on March 16, 2011 at 4:28 AM. #

Wet weather chic perfection! (whatever that means!hahahaha...) You look like a spy in those trench, cat-eyed shades, and sexy red lips :)

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by Kristy on March 16, 2011 at 6:52 AM. #

Gorgeous trench!! And I looove those booties :D
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by Closet Fashionista on March 16, 2011 at 7:43 AM. #

Love that trench. I have a Soia & Kyo one I got for a great price a couple of summers ago, it's very satisfying to look stylish and see the water bead up and roll right off me. I'm not quite comfortable in heels enough to wear some stilettos on a rainy day, but I did manage to find a really sleek, simple pair of leather-looking rain boots. It's hard living in a wet climate!

by Megan on March 16, 2011 at 9:46 AM. #

those red lips on you are smoking.
it's raining a lot here in scotland too.. boo

by ching on March 16, 2011 at 10:45 AM. #

Rain gear??? Are you serious?? This is tooooo chic to wear in the rain!!! I LOVE IT ALL

Prissy
www.rushourfashion.com

by Prissy on March 16, 2011 at 10:51 AM. #

GREAT Trench. I love that you paired it with matching accessories such as the leopard print belt and the tan bag. I can't believe that bag is Coach. It's about time they grew up a little. I was getting sick of all the C monogrammed things. When a high school bratsky is carrying the same bag as me, it's time to retire the brand.

I still have yet to find a warm trench. It's been quite awhile that I've ever found a good one. By the time I'll find one at a good price, I'll be living in a place too warm

by thereafterish on March 16, 2011 at 10:55 AM. #

Great outfit! I love that trench and ADORE the way you styled it. And I've still got my fingers crossed for you to be Coach's guest blogger!

by Elizabeth on March 16, 2011 at 11:00 AM. #

Such a chic trench! I like how you threaded a leopard print skinny belt through the loops to personalize it.

by lisa on March 16, 2011 at 11:05 AM. #

love it

by Chelsea Ling on March 16, 2011 at 11:14 AM. #

i love this outfit! definitely very chic despite the rain. and those booties are awesome!

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by kileen on March 16, 2011 at 11:17 AM. #

Great outfit! I love the trench and the boots! xxx

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by eloiselabetise on March 16, 2011 at 11:52 AM. #

Love that trench!! Wonder if it came in khaki with the same black leather detailing? Would be amazing. <3

by Anh on March 16, 2011 at 12:08 PM. #

Oh my! Where should I start from?! Your trench, booties, and THAAAAT bag... I'm in love with everything!!! :o)

x

by Style-Pursuit on March 16, 2011 at 12:24 PM. #

That trench is sooo awesome! Definitely perfect rain gear :) Love everything about this outfit!! :)Those boots are so glam!


Jacquelyn
www.styleworthwhile.blogspot.com

by Style Worthwhile on March 16, 2011 at 12:33 PM. #

Great jacket! Love the lip color and that ring!

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by Baby Budget Blog on March 16, 2011 at 1:49 PM. #

The black shoulder detail is soo awesome : )

by The Little Dust Princess on March 16, 2011 at 2:11 PM. #

Agh, so jealous that your scored that Mackage trench at a great deal. I love Mackage so much! Great weather-appropriate outfit... I think the sun will finally be out this weekend though! *fingers crossed*

xo, alison*elle

by alison*elle on March 16, 2011 at 4:13 PM. #

That is a beautiful trench! I love your whole outfit, it's so chic and classic! :)

- Meanz (Koi Story)

by Meanz on March 16, 2011 at 4:14 PM. #

Thanks so much for stopping by my blog!
I'm so glad you did because you gave me not only a new blog to follow, but your Coach video may possibly be the best blend of chic and cute I have ever seen!
Well done!

Eleanor ~ Shopping The Closet
http://shoppingthecloset.blogspot.com

by Eleanor on March 16, 2011 at 4:55 PM. #

Alright... hand me that coach bag and no one gets hurt!

ha ha!

You can also add the trench while you're at it! What if I say, please?

=)

besos,

ML

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by 20 York Street on March 16, 2011 at 7:28 PM. #

This outfit is so chic for drab Vancouver weather! The leopard print belt is the perfect finishing touch :)

by Fiona on March 16, 2011 at 11:36 PM. #

Hi Jen! Thank you for commenting on my blog - so glad I found you! Your blog is absolutely lovely - just signed up as yo ur newest subscriber.

I LOVE this look - and your style... good stuff, keep it coming! (that trench is amaze)

xox
Grace

by Grace on March 17, 2011 at 6:37 AM. #

I absolutely love this outfit, definitely one of my faves of yours! That trench is such a great stand-alone piece and I love how you styled it. Where did you get your Tom Ford sunnies from, Holts? I've been looking for some with that exact shape for so long!

Alexandra xo

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by Alexandra on March 17, 2011 at 12:38 PM. #

Love all the different textures in this all black outift. And the purse and belt totally pop. Found your blog through monochroma chic's post from today. Always looking for blogs that inspire me. Will be following you.
https://fashiondivamommy.blogspot.com

by Daphne on March 17, 2011 at 3:29 PM. #

LOVE the bag and shoes!
I actually just got everything you're wearing (from diff places and diff colors of course) and I've been meaning to wear it like that.. the weather has been too great though, my trench is beige so I'm a little worried!

P.S. I love your little write up on the side, you got the kind of outlook every fashionista should.

by itsstrangelyme.com on March 17, 2011 at 5:16 PM. #

So simple yet so chic! I love the mackage!

by Stephanie on March 17, 2011 at 7:03 PM. #

I wish I looked that chic in the rain!

by Kristin on March 18, 2011 at 7:46 AM. #

I really love the neutral colors of this look and then your bring pop of red lips. You look fabulous!

by Carolann DeMatos on March 18, 2011 at 8:30 AM. #

Oh soo beautiful!

by Dilan Dilir on March 18, 2011 at 4:10 PM. #

wow!!! I love the trench!!!
xo

mon

http://thedoctorscloset.com

by The Doctor's Closet on April 4, 2011 at 7:37 PM. #

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