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Fit & Flare

June 24, 2011

After experimenting with different types of clothing, I have found that high waisted flared skirts are the shape for my body type: the way they fall away from the body is perfect for hiding my proportionately larger hips while the strategic waistbands help to accentuate my smaller torso. As such, finding the silhouette in trench coat form was a more than exciting discovering. This Zara coat is easily the favourite piece of outerwear in my closet nowadays; it’s so easy to just throw it on and feel put together, even when I’m not.

Wearing: Zara trench, vintage scarf, skirt and Bruno Magli shoes, Michael Kors sunnies, Topshop earrings

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  1. Leya says

    June 24, 2011 at 5:56 am

    so fun to see your pictures πŸ™‚
    love the trench..gorgeous!!

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  2. FASHION ICE says

    June 24, 2011 at 9:26 am

    you look so elegant with that coat!

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  3. Tilly says

    June 24, 2011 at 9:49 am

    sophisticated!!!!

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  4. Ms Bubu says

    June 24, 2011 at 9:54 am

    It is a nice trench coat, and I also realy like the scarf!

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  5. Nikki says

    June 24, 2011 at 10:13 am

    You rock this trenchcoat! I love how alive these photos feel πŸ™‚ you are stunning! x

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  6. Michelleesque says

    June 24, 2011 at 10:56 am

    I know what you mean about silhouettes! I love the flare because it accentuates all the curves in the right places!

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  7. Anaivilo says

    June 24, 2011 at 10:57 am

    I have the same body type as your so I usually highlight my waist and hide the rest, and indeed this shape of skirt/trench is great! πŸ˜€

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  8. Kate says

    June 24, 2011 at 12:31 pm

    Ahh, my heart is BURSTING over that first photo! So, so cute!! That coat was a great purchase, I love the shape so much – I randomly grew hips a couple years ago, and this shape definitely helps balance me out! I’m a big fan of the high waisted full bottomed anything! You look GORGEOUS and so glam here! xo.

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  9. lica says

    June 24, 2011 at 1:13 pm

    ahh that coat fits perfect! great smile in the first pic πŸ™‚

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  10. YvonnaLivianna says

    June 24, 2011 at 2:09 pm

    Love the trench! you look so chic!

    XX!
    YvonnaLivianna
    YvonnaLivianna.blogspot.com

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  11. J'Anns Boutique says

    June 24, 2011 at 2:13 pm

    I am soo in love with that trench…Bet you $10 they are out of stock.

    A Girl’s Next Best Friend

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  12. Elaine A (TOBeautyReviews) says

    June 24, 2011 at 3:57 pm

    Just beautiful Jen! But I have a hard time believing there are times when you aren’t put together πŸ™‚

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  13. Christine says

    June 24, 2011 at 5:11 pm

    adorable trench, I love you tied it, the colour and fit looks fantastic on you!

    http://www.christinebalram.blogspot.com

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  14. thereafterish says

    June 24, 2011 at 5:18 pm

    Yeah, for me, it’s the same thing….

    I need to wear circle or flare skirts. Pencil skirts just don’t do it for my frame, unless they’re body con and short… It just won’t work.

    You look like Audrey Hepburn. But much less serious. Very Breakfast at Tiffany’s, but without the whole Asian racism issue (Mickey Rooney’s character was a gross injustice to the Asian Community).

    xx{ish.},
    Mae Lu @ thereafterish.!

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  15. xJOLE says

    June 24, 2011 at 5:22 pm

    The jacket and scarf is a perfect pairing!

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  16. Angie says

    June 24, 2011 at 5:40 pm

    you look adorable, jen! i agree – a-lines are the way to go. this trench is flared to perfection

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  17. Jess β™‘ says

    June 24, 2011 at 5:57 pm

    I don’t know why, but this reminds me so much of Selena Gomez in her MV Round & Round (IT’S A GOOD THING I LOVE SELENA). Also, the flare definitely does wonders for you! I’m still trying to find stuff that’s appropriate for my petite frame, it’s really difficult, but I’m definitely willing to risk a little and try something new, super inspiratioanl if I do say so myself :)!

    Also, I’m lovin’ the new avatar pic, I love your contagious smile! <3

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  18. Style-Pursuit says

    June 24, 2011 at 7:27 pm

    Oh yes! It’s absolutely perfect! That’s exactly the way every trench coat should look like! :o)

    x

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  19. eloiselabetise says

    June 24, 2011 at 7:30 pm

    Beautiful photos! Your trench is gorgeous! xxx

    eloisedephotography.blogspot.com

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  20. Sara Shoemaker says

    June 24, 2011 at 8:01 pm

    wow I would cut off my left arm for that jacket. hahah I LOOOOOOVE it. the shape is pure perfection. I just scrolled thru all your outfits on this page and love them ALL! why did you go to Russia by the way??

    The House of Shoes

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  21. aliciafashionista says

    June 24, 2011 at 8:03 pm

    This trench is so gorgeous, what a Zara find! I agree that high waisted flared skirts are a great shape for your body and they suit your feminine style. Love love love it!

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  22. kittenhood says

    June 24, 2011 at 8:43 pm

    I’ve made that discovery (about this type of garment for my body shape) as well! and this zara trench seems amazing, I think I’m gonna look for it in the shops and maybe get it for fall πŸ˜€

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  23. Katherine says

    June 24, 2011 at 8:52 pm

    Gorgeous trench! I think it looks fantastic on you and is such a classic piece!

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  24. Rin says

    June 24, 2011 at 11:50 pm

    nice pictures πŸ˜‰ heheehe

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  25. Fashion Tales.... says

    June 25, 2011 at 12:18 am

    so sleek and wonderful.That scarf is nothing but luxe, dear. I love it! Great look.. -xxoo

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  26. Cee says

    June 25, 2011 at 12:46 am

    Every girl needs a perfect trench and this one truly looks like the perfect one for you πŸ™‚ It fits you like a glove, and I love the unusual cut. You look so well pulled together and downtown chic in these photos.
    xox,
    Cee

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  27. kileen says

    June 25, 2011 at 5:00 am

    this trench is absolutely gorgeous on you and those sunglasses are perfect!

    cute & little

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  28. frontrowspectator.com says

    June 25, 2011 at 2:54 pm

    So cute! I love trench coats. Too bad it’s way too hot in Miami to pull one off.

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  29. The Little Dust Princess says

    June 25, 2011 at 7:54 pm

    Love it!

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  30. Stylepint says

    June 25, 2011 at 11:49 pm

    Great silhouette…love this ladylike look on you! =)

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  31. Rosalinda Tjioe says

    June 26, 2011 at 7:45 am

    Amazing trench coat! Love this classic look! X

    http://rosalindatj.blogspot.com

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  32. L says

    June 26, 2011 at 7:00 pm

    That is a fabulous trench coat. πŸ™‚

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  33. cindy says

    June 26, 2011 at 10:57 pm

    ahh! i tried the trench on yesterday and it definitely did not look good on me as it does on you. i was swimming in it! fun photos!

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  34. Carolyn says

    June 27, 2011 at 11:23 pm

    love that last pic of you! it looks like an editorial and i love that you’re always smiling πŸ™‚

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  35. Kara says

    June 28, 2011 at 1:45 am

    As someone who also has a smaller waist and larger hips (more legs for me), I need to start wearing more A-line skirts as well! You look beautiful! Love the scarf and the trench together, madame! πŸ™‚

    xo

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  36. MizzJ says

    June 28, 2011 at 2:47 am

    You look fabulous here! It’s so perfect how that silhouette matches your ladylike style as well.

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