Forget You

Just as I was easing into my summer groove and loading up on all new duds for the next three months, Burberry has to drop their Fall 2011 collection on me. I am speechless, which we all know is rare. Forget you summer, the funds are being reallocated to Fall. STAT.

The JJ's Revival

It’s probably about time I cover off on the JJ, aka the jean jacket. I’ve affectionately referred to this article of denim as such for years. Definitely a part of the LC fashion vernacular, ask any of the besties. And also ask them about my last JJ, it was Theory. Had it probably from 2000 to 2005. Wore it down to the bone, holes in the elbows and everything. But ohhhh I loved it. Yet it was best that it aged to an unwearable point as it was not such a hot number any longer. And I guess that’s why I am struggling with the JJ’s revival this Spring. Are they really hot again? Or, were they never not hot? I just know I stopped wearing mine, and started turning my nose up at those who still were. I think I am also struggling with how hard core 80’s the trend is being positioned. Don’t get me wrong, amazing decade, but also one with many a fashion faux pas. So I’m on the fence about this subject. If I’m leaning one way more than another, it’s a no go for the JJ. But, a possibility for the JV. At least I won’t have to worry about holes in the elbows. (Ralph Lauren Spring 10/DSquared Spring 10)

LC Shop-It Reco: For a dubious purchase, it’s not worth a lot of money. I might test drive this Kardashian esk vest from American Eagle.

Sir, Yes Sir

There’s no doubt Monday’s are a total drag. But not if you know how to show em’ who’s in charge. What better way to do so than in Spring’s military inspired look. If you’ve been paying attention to the pages of March pubs, you’ve found yourself surrounded by this trend’s full on artillery front. And just this weekend on a history outing to one of Virginia’s Civil War battlegrounds, I found myself literally on the front lines of this current influence on fashion. The staple to this uniform is definitely the tailored jacket. Whether long or short, green or khaki, dressed up or down, this piece will definitely make your Monday stand at attention. Speaking of attention, this undeniably amazing trench by Burberry Prorsum has got mine. Sir, yes sir! Suddenly I find myself very interested in U.S. Military spending. (Serge Leblon 10)

LC Shop-It-Reco: If you’re not in the trenches with a Burberry purchase, you can easily infuse this look into your Spring wardrobe with simple accessories. Check out a webbing eyelet belt from BeltMe or a soilder cap from Zappos or Nordstroms.