FashionSavvy: The Jacket Brigade

It seems to be full blown winter in Johannesburg so what would be more fitting than a post on the "statement jacket". The Jacket Brigade has arrived to provide you with tips and advice on how to ooze fabulosity this winter by investing in classic jackets that make a statement.

Jackets are something all of us need to invest in for winter but over and above the black and grey coats that we all have in our wardrobes, we also need to have "statement jackets". These jackets portray our true style and personality and show people that we are confident in our own skin and ready to take on the world. They can be worn to work to create a chic work look and they are brilliant tools when we get "the call" to meet friends, family, a boyfriend or partner etc after work with no time to rush home and change. They create a timeless and unforgettable look that people will always remember.

The key thing to remember about these jackets is that you cannot wear them all the time as they are obviously very noticeable and you don't want to "overkill" them by wearing them every single week. So make sure you have a choice of 2 or 3 of these jackets to play around with that you can wear once or twice a month. If you're seeing someone that particular month who hasn't seen you in that jacket then by all means, you can wear it up to 4 times a month, but you need to be strategic about it and switch it up by changing the outfit that you wear with the jacket to create a different look.

So below I showcase some of my "statement jackets" and it is clear to see just how they create completely different looks eventhough I am wearing the same black poloneck, black pants and black boots with all the jackets. It allows one to create the impression that you have so many clothes eventhough all you have been changing is your jacket. Just make sure that when you invest in a a "statement jacket" it is true to your style and suits your body shape. The best way to do this is to take someone close to you, shopping with you in order to give you an honest opinion about whether the jacket suits you or not. So be inspired and go out and search for that special "statement jacket" which is going to take your style one notch up to another level.