And not forgetting a Summer classic

Now I thought these would be easy to track down - I honestly thought there would be loads around but the other day when I went to have a look - errr no.

What I'm looking for, is up there for me with a biker jacket.  I don't wear it all the time but there are frequently occasions when it is the only thing that will do.  It's an absolute Summer must have for me, the perfect throw on for cooler days with so so many outfits - loose print trousers and a tee, the now obligatory summer dress, maxi dress, white jeans, even with chambray to do a cheeky double denim look, the list is endless.  

I am talking the humble Denim Jacket. 

The absolute great thing about a denim jacket is that they never go out of fashion and they never change.  Ok so maybe they might go from the more fitted to a more boyfriend look but I'm so far behind the curve that even though I fear the loose style jacket is making a comeback (oh hello 80's stylee - clearly this is mostly being channelled by young flibbertygibbets who weren't even thought of in the 80's, let alone born and god forbid, wore them first time round) that I have at least a couple of years embracing my fitted version before I snarf down some humble pie and drag out a snow washed, oversized number  thatTiffany would have been proud of. 

However I did manage to find one and to be honest, if I didn't have mine already - I would absolutely have bought this.   Perfect fit AND in the sale - what more is there to love? 

Oh and for the record, not even I go as full on double denim as I have in these pics - I am MERELY trying it on......This is a 10 by the way - it is a snug fit but I'm never going to do it up so that's better for me.

Denim Western Jacket from Warehouse was £46 now £20

They also have a more faded version but they didn't have my size instore. Again £20.  Exact same fit as above.





Now I looked in pretty much every high street store and diddly squat.  A sea of sales tat adoring the rails - yes, they've reached jumble sale status.  Who on earth has either the time or the inclination to rifle through an unappealing mass of what looks like junk?  No, not even me.  Denim jackets?  No (apart from the one above and I didn't even find that - I had to ask a Sales Assistant - which I will admit I did in every shop as opposed to raking through the coats) 

However on doing some online research, there are actually a couple more which look like they'd be worth considering (although better than the £20 bargain above?  Well I'd be sceptical but things fit different people and you might want a different wash, length, fit or brand).

Starting with this from Mango. 

Mango Light Denim Jacket in pastel blue £44.99



A classic from Levis £70



A paler Levi's classic on sale - now £56 was £80



Lovely looking one at Fat Face 

Fat Face Portabella Mid Denim Jacket £48



Adore this collarless version from Jigsaw - they had none instore and she did actually look at me like I had two heads when I asked if there were any.  Which is ironic seeing as this is so fabulous (and clearly popular as only left in limited sizes) 

Collarless Jacket from Jigsaw £85




Another simple classic from Jigsaw (again not in store.... )  Zero idea why this is called Knitted.  Darned if I know - I have looked in minute detail as it and cannot see an iota of knittedness. 

Knitted Denim Jacket £89




And as they were so lovely and helpful in Warehouse and whilst they went and tried to hunt down sizes for me, it would have been rude not to have a teensy tiny look at what they had new in.  Well that was worthwhile - I came across the most stunning dress.  This is perfect perfect perfect for this time of year (yes I'm on a dress roll - but just a couple - be kind.....).  Thin enough to wear on a warm day, enough coverage to wear to work, but could easily be dressed down for the school run.  Throw on heels for the evening and you're off.  

This looks so much more expensive in my humble opinion - not sure anyone would guess it was from Warehouse (not that it matters that it is!) 

Border Texture Shift Print Dress from Warehouse £46




They also had it in a gorgeous camel and pink version which they don't have online unfortunately. 




The same dress in a different print also Warehouse £38



Adore this one - Giant Floral Crepe Shift £48 



So do you do denim in a jacket?  How long have you had yours for?  I actually have one that is older than two of my children.  Get in there. (and it was £12 from Red Herring at Debenhams on Oxford Street a gazillion years ago.  Marvellous) 
Finishing with a couple of photos of outfits - totally didn't get round to doing any over the weekend but they're outfits that will be repeated so nothing to write home about. 

From Friday - yes it was freezing (what a difference a couple of days make! Biblical weather and we had the heating on!)