Taupe, Gray, Black and Red on a Windy Day

Today for some reason it is just windy as all get out! After our lovely warm weather yesterday it is a little disappointing. I wanted to be comfortable but warm for my mid-day walk so I pulled out my Express red faux leather jacket that hadn't made it into my workplace yet and decided to wear it. WIW today:

red faux leather moto jacket - Express
taupe striped long sleeve t - AT
gray straightleg jeans - Levi Demi-Curve
black ballet flats - Jessica Simpson
white watch
opal earrings
red handbag

I like the combo together and decided to keep it unadorned so no scarf for a change! I hope you like it.

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16 Comments

  • Astrid replied 11 years ago

    You look great in red! Love that jacket.

  • rae replied 11 years ago

    I think I missed when you got this jacket, but it is amazing on you! And your colors are great to keep that spring feeling even while keeping warm.

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    Red and taupe is a fabulous colour pairing and it looks fab on you! That jacket is a beautiful on you Meredith!

  • Kiwichik replied 11 years ago

    Great colour pairing the jacket looks wonderful

  • Sylvie replied 11 years ago

    Red is such a fantastic color on you. The only thing I'd suggest is a different colored bag if you have one. The red bag gets lost on top of the red jacket and both pieces really want to shine on their own.

  • Meredith1953 replied 11 years ago

    @Astrid,
    Thanks very much!

    @Rae,
    I bought this jacket at the same time I got the cognac colored asymmetrical one. I find myself wearing the other more but I do really like this one also!

    @Shannon,
    Thanks! I like the red and taupe also. It makes it a little more casual then wearing black or a dark color.

    @Kiwichik,
    Thanks so much!

    @Sylvie,
    Thanks for liking the red on me and I think you are absolutely right that the purse and the jacket sort of compete for attention. I thought I would try the matchy match but probably a light cream or even a taupe or black purse would be better!

  • Beth Ann replied 11 years ago

    Love the structure and shape, along with the color of the red jacket. It's terrific on you! I agree with Sylvie that I'd try another bag, even though the red one is quite pretty!

  • Meredith1953 replied 11 years ago

    @Beth Ann,
    Yep. The red bag doesn't really bring anything to the party! I'll usually wear it with neutrals.

  • Aida replied 11 years ago

    Lovely outfit Merideth, I love how the red looks with the soft neutrals. The black shoes are giving me a little pause, though they are a delicate cut the darkness feels a little heavy for this otherwise light outfit. I'd rather see a metallic. That's just me, though :)

  • Mona replied 11 years ago

    that is a lovely red leather jacket and the colour suits you so well.

  • anne replied 11 years ago

    Love that outfit and jacket.

  • christy replied 11 years ago

    Great outfit! Scarves are your signature, but it's refreshing to see you without one also! :) I agree with Aida that you might want to try a lighter shoe with this combo. That jacket is fantastic. It's a great color on you and pairs beautifully with that striped top.

  • Jaime replied 11 years ago

    The close up really helps me appreciate how great that jacket is on you. Great outfit.

  • Meredith1953 replied 11 years ago

    @Aida,
    I see what you mean about the darkness. Hmmm. I don't have a metallic flat yet but I do have the cognac flats so that would have been a better choice then the black flats. Thanks!

    @Mona,
    Thanks so much! I don't really own much red so it's nice to know this shade looks good!

    @Anne,
    Thank you for liking the outfit!

    @Christyg,
    Yes I do indeed wear a lot of scarves but it is nice to give them a rest once in awhile. I agree about a lighter shoe! I am really glad you think the red with the striped taupe top play nicely together.

    @Shevia,
    I always try to have some closeup of the color near my face so I get opinions. I am so glad you like the jacket and the outfit on me!

  • Angie replied 11 years ago

    You look fab!

  • Meredith1953 replied 11 years ago

    Thanks Angie!

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