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Do you have a piece in your wardrobe that you’re always reaching for? Because it makes you feel most like yourself? We’ve all got a rotation of “hero” pieces in our wardrobes and I wanted to highlight one particular piece that has been sparking much joy for me in recent times. These past few months, I’ve found myself constantly reaching for my Alemais denim jacket – it has become one of my favourite pieces to wear! Great cut, super fun, and with denim jackets generally reigning supreme in the outerwear arena, it has proven to be such a versatile piece.
Alemais denim jacket*, Ally boots* (use ‘VIRGINIATALLBOOT’ for 10% off), Anna Quan dress (sz AU 8), Bellroy crossbody bag, Status Anxiety sunglasses*, Francesca earrings*
I was SO fortunate to pick up the jacket when I was invited to preview Alemais’ archive sale back in September. Quite frankly, anything from Alemais is exciting, and I was totally expecting to be overwhelmed in dress heaven, but when I spotted the denim jacket on the rack, my jaw literally hit the floor and I clung onto it for dear life until we safely left the premises together (sample sales are the wild wild west people). (For completeness, I also walked out with a dress too, because, it is Alemais after all, folks 😅)
If you’re one of my pals on Instagram, you would have seen me share the jacket a few times in recent months. It’s an absolute delight to wear thanks to the addition of playful embroidered motifs, courtesy of artist Michael Swaney, who collaborated on this collection with Alemais. I mean, guys, there’s a beaded chilli, domino pieces and even a dartboard for good measure! Because why not! Aside from the cute extras, the design of the jacket itself is relaxed and oversized and the light wash colour makes this an easy piece to style. While it sadly doesn’t appear to be available in Australia anymore, it looks like it’s still available everywhere else (and currently on sale too!). On the sizing front, I opted for a size AU 4 (it is very oversized as I normally wear a size AU 8).
Given this is my digital love letter to my jacket, I wanted to share some of the outfits I’ve loved styling it with. It even came along with me on our recent trip to Japan which is saying A LOT because I travelled with carry on baggage only which meant I needed to be ruthless with my packing. A weighty denim jacket does not conform to the standards of travelling light but because this jacket truly completes me, it was an exception to the rule.
L: Alemais denim jacket* (sz AU 4 – also here), Foemina dress* (sz AU 8), Bared sandals*, Bellroy crossbody bag*, Status Anxiety sunglasses*, Francesca earrings*; R: Alemais denim jacket*, lululemon top* (sz S), lululemon shorts* (sz S), Bared sandals*, Bellroy bag*, Status Anxiety sunglasses*
L: Alemais denim jacket* (sz AU 4), Everlane t-shirt (sz S), lululemon shorts* (sz S), Bared sandals*, Bellroy bag*, Status Anxiety sunglasses*, Francesca earrings*; R: Alemais denim jacket*, Arket t-shirt (sz S), lululemon shorts* (sz S), Status Anxiety sunglasses*, New Balance sneakers (also available here), Bellroy bag, Monos case*
L: Alemais denim jacket*, Ally boots* (use ‘VIRGINIATALLBOOT’ for 10% off), Anna Quan dress (sz AU 8), Bellroy crossbody bag, Status Anxiety sunglasses*, Francesca earrings* R: Alemais denim jacket* (sz AU 4), Everlane t-shirt (sz S), lululemon shorts* (sz S), Bared sandals*, Bellroy bag*, Status Anxiety sunglasses*, Francesca earrings*
As always, thanks for stopping by!
P.S. The summer dress + accessories edit for your festive get-togethers!
