(ABOVE) Pink with black makes a cheery fall/winter combination.
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December 29, 2018 / Video Post Notes
WINTER LOOKS PERFECT FOR ANYWHERE
One of my favorite combinations is bright pink with either navy or black. The colors look so striking together. The day I wore this outfit, we had a high of 64 degrees Fahrenheit, so I was finally able to pull out my black leather jacket. I’ve had it for about 15 years and love it with jeans and pants.
Leather jackets over sweaters are perfect for temperatures in the 50s/60s Fahrenheit, like we have in the winter here in Naples, Florida. In even chillier weather, you can wear them under a heavy wool coat, like you would a blazer.
If you like the idea of layers but not leather, you can wear a black blazer or black quilted jacket over a sweater and tee, and create a very similar look to what I’m showing here.
I paired my leather jacket with a white cotton crewneck tee, black cotton cardigan, and black leather ballet flats. I wore it for running errands at Waterside Shops, and while I was there I stopped in at Talbots for their winter trunk show. Two outfits in particular caught my eye, and I show them down below. My absolute favorite was this Black Tweed Shift Dress. It would be wonderful for New Year’s eve or Valentine’s Day. (For details about my makeup and outfit, scroll to the bottom of the page.)
Before I close, I want to thank all of you who have been so kind to continually visit me here on my blog during the past year. It has meant so much to me, and I’m very grateful.
Wishing all of you a safe, healthy, and happy New Year!
~Janis Lyn Johnson
Scenes From The Video
(ABOVE & BELOW) I thought this Shirt was so pretty because it has gold metallic thread running through it, plus gold buttons. It would be great for Valentine’s Day, if paired with Black Velveteen Ankle Pants, Black High Heels, and a Black Ruana, like those shown below.
Plaid Shirt with Gold Metallic Thread and Gold Buttons
Black Ruana (Faux-Fur Collar Removable)
Black Leather Bow-Detail Pumps
Black Sequin Pumps (More Colors Available)
(ABOVE) One of my favorite colors to pair with navy is green, which is why I loved this Black Watch Plaid Cashmere Scarf. It looked so cozy paired with the Plaid Cotton Tee. The Leather Crossbody Bag (color Blue Dazzle) added a fun pop of color.
Black Watch Plaid Cashmere Scarf
Leather Crossbody bag, Blue Dazzle (More Colors Available)
(ABOVE) One of my favorite casual outfits in the trunk show was this red Tinsel-Dot Sweater and Lumiere Plaid Shirt with a Tartan Plaid Ruana. I think it’s all so playful. I love how the model, Beverley, tossed the ruana over her shoulder. It looks perfect that way. The outfit was shown with a Buffalo Plaid Tote for the trunk show (she’s carrying it over her left arm), but off the runway I’d carry a black tote instead. Or, if I wanted to carry the plaid tote (plaid totes and handbags are wonderful accents), I’d switch out the plaid ruana for this Black Ruana, which comes with a faux-fur collar that’s removable.
Black Leather Penny Loafers (More Colors Available)
(ABOVE) This was my favorite look in the show and combines a Black Tweed Shift Dress (no wool), Black Suede Bow Clutch, and Black Ruana (faux-fur collar removable) . It would be lovely for New Year’s eve or for a dressy Valentine’s day evening.
Black Ruana (Faux-Fur Collar Removable)
Black Leather Bow-Detail Pumps
(ABOVE) For items shown here, visit Talbots. (They’re currently having their Red Hanger Sale, featuring an extra 40 percent off markdowns.)
What I Wore
(ABOVE & BELOW) 100% Pure Pomegranate Oil Lipstick, Primrose (this color is a vibrant, bright coral pink).
MY CLOTHING
JACKET: Ann Taylor (similar Cole Haan on sale here, here; also Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom; alternative Black Ponte-Knit Blazer, Black Quilted Jacket) / TOP: Isaac Mizrahi (similar Talbots, which I also have; alternative short-sleeve white crewneck tee Talbots / SWEATER: Talbots, more colors available (also similar cotton cardigan Nordstrom, cashmere cardigan Brooks Brothers/ JEANS: Artisan NY (similar 7 For All Mankind; alternative Pink High-Rise Velveteen Pant, Tropical Pink Ankle Jeans).
MY ACCESSORIES
HAT: Sloggers / EYEWEAR: Kate Spade (similar Kate Spade Danalyn 54mm Sunglasses, Kate Spade Kiya 53mm Sunglasses) / BAG: Cole Haan (also here; alternative black tote J. Crew, Longchamp, Mulberry, and Prada here, here / SHOES: Lindsay Phillips, leather, with snap-on/changeable shoe decoration (similar black ballet flats Vionic, Cole Haan; Nordstrom; also navy Tory Burch Ballet Flat, on sale).
MY JEWELRY
BRACELET #1: Black Onyx and 14k Yellow Gold Bead Bracelet with Removable Personalized Charm, currently on sale (alternative Black Onyx and 14k Yellow Gold Bead Bracelet, Sydney Evan 14k White Gold Diamond Starburst and Black Onyx Bead Bracelet) / BRACELET #2: Lagos Gold and Diamond Caviar Bracelet / WATCH: Cartier 18k Gold Small Tank Watch (similar Small Cartier Tank Watch, Medium Cartier Tank Watch, Large Cartier Tank Watch; pre-loved Barney’s New York, The RealReal; classic alternative Timex, Tory Burch).
MY MOISTURIZERS/MAKEUP (All Natural/Organic Ingredients)
FACE SCRUB: Coconut Oil Mixed with Himalayan Salt (alternative 100% Pure Organic Acai Pulp Facial Scrub) / FACE MOISTURIZER: Nourish Organic Face Cream, Argan & Pomegranate / LIPS-EYE AREA MOISTURIZER: Nourish Organic Shea Butter / FACE MAKEUP: Gabriel Dual Powder Foundation, in Bamboo and Medium Beige, applied with BareMinerals Flawless Application Face Brush (also available here) and Sigma Flat Angled Kabuki F88 Brush / CONCEALER: Gabriel Dual Powder Foundation applied with brushes from EcoTools Ultimate Concealer Duo Brush Kit / LIPS: 100% Pure Pomegranate Oil Lipstick, Primrose / CHEEKS: Gabriel Powder Blush, Willow, applied with EcoTools cruelty-free Stippling Brush / LASHES: Pacifica Aquarian Gaze Water-Resistant Mascara in Abyss, combed out with this Folding Eyelash Comb With Metal Teeth.
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MISCELLANEOUS
SUNSCREEN: Sport Badger, Broad Spectrum Spf 35 Zinc Oxide Sunscreen, (98% organic; leaves a white physical film; I only use it when on beach or gardening 45 or more minutes).
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Sport Badger, Broad Spectrum Spf 35 Zinc Oxide Sunscreen
(98% Organic; Leaves a White Physical Film; I Use When on Beach/Gardening 45+ Minutes)
Kate Spade Danalyn 54mm Sunglasses
Kate Spade Kiya 53mm Sunglasses
Lambskin Leather Jacket (On Sale)
Wing-Collar Leather Jacket (On Sale)
Quilted Lambskin Leather Jacket
Pima Cotton Short-Sleeve Crewneck Tee (More Colors Available)
Pima Cotton Long-Sleeve Crewneck Tee (More Colors Available)
Cotton-Blend Cardigan (More Colors Available)
Cotton Cardigan (More Colors Available)
Cashmere Cardigan (More Colors Available)
Pink Skinny Jeans (More Colors Available)
Pink High-Rise Veleveteen Pant (More Colors Available)
Tropical Pink Ankle Jeans (More Colors Available)
Cole Haan Leather Tote (Also Here)
Gigi New York Zip-Top, Snake Tote (More Colors Available)
J. Crew Black Leather Tote with Detachable Shoulder Strap (Also in Cabernet)
Longchamp Black Leather Shoulder Tote
Mulberry Black Leather Satchel with Detachable Shoulder Strap
Prada Black Leather Daino Tote with Detachable Shoulder Strap
Prada Black Leather Daino Tote
Vionic Leather Ballet Flat, Black (More Ballet Flats Nordstrom)
Cole Haan Leather Ballet Flat, Black (More Colors Available)
Tory Burch Ballet Flat, Navy (On Sale, More Colors Available)
Black Onyx and 14k Yellow Gold Bead Bracelet
Black Onyx and 14k Yellow Gold Bead Bracelet with Removable Personalized Charm (Currently On sale)
Sydney Evan 14k White Gold Diamond Starburst and Black Onyx Bead Bracelet
Lagos Gold and Diamond Caviar Bracelet (More Similar Here)
Cartier Small 18k Gold Tank Watch, Alligator Strap (Pre-Loved Barney’s New York, The RealReal)
Tory Burch Tank Watch, Leather Strap
Timex Classic Watch, Leather Strap
Lovely. As always.
Thank you so much, Amy! Happy New Year to you and your family 🙂 ~ Janis
Thanks for the winter inspiration. I would have never thought to wear hot pink with black in the winter months. I don’t have any hot pink pants but do have a pink cardigan I can pair with my black pants. You look lovely! It is raining/flooding here in the Atlanta area and more rain is called for in the next 5 days. Hope you are having good weather down that way!
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Thank you so much, Elaine, for taking the time to visit my JLJ Back To Classic website. I hope you’re having a peaceful April. ~ Janis