Truth be told, it’s easy to ride on the back of a fleeting moment when it comes to fashion. Seasonal trends arrive as swiftly as they go, from the eponymous Burberry poncho on Instagram’s wanderlust-inducing snaps to the duster coat that style mavens with bicoastal sensibilities layer up during the wintry days. Yet the truth of the matter is, there aren’t many styles that’ll shake up my wardrobe with endless pairing options and fluidly transition into the next season. Trendy as some styles may be, I find myself gravitating towards more perpetually versatile items that look good, get the job done right, and friendly from AM to PM across four seasons (okay maybe two).
Then I met the sleeveless coat and it was love at first sight when I saw a Valentino one online at Neiman Marcus’ 50% off sale! A trend so bold and eye-catching, it exudes a tactically sensible look partial to ladies with a classy taste. And that’s when I imagine my à la mode wardrobe palette gaining a refreshed and livened bolt of energy! With a slight menswear-inspired silhouette, the sleeveless coat can add an extra zest to any ensemble.
During the week pair it with a crisp button-down shirt and slacks to keep the chills at bay, and throw it on top of a cocktail dress for your evening soirée. Needless to say the choice of whipping up a new look with this coat is boundless! Here I channeled the Parisian sleek and streamlined look by pairing my new Zara find with a classic striped shirt, lace up heels and a small satchel. And of course, my classic cat-eye and red lips. Presto we’re ready to roll.
What’s your take on this fashionable find, and have you tried this look before? 🙂
Xo~ Lena
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Coat: Zara // Sweater: Loft// Pants: Paige// Shoes: Prabal Gurung for Target// Bag: Marc Jacobs
Photos: Jason J Photography
Love the look! A sleeveless coat and/or cape coat are on my Christmas wish list 🙂
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Thanks Jamie, it’s a great way to ward off the chills and still stay stylish! I hope you find one that you like! 🙂
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Love the pictures and that sleeveless coat is so nice!!!! ❤ Janet
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Thanks Janet! It sure is a fun coat! Have a lovely Friday dear!
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This is a quirky way to wear sleeveless on winter without compromising your health 😉 I wish I could pull this off without getting unwanted glances from people 😀
Loving the snow effect ❤
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Thank you Mitzie!it definitely defeats the norm! Have a lovely day dear! 🙂
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Love love love love this look!! That Zara cape is dreamy, teamed with a red lip is pure perfection! I might need to invest in one myself. Lovely post Lena!! Xxx Emily
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Hi Emily, yes indeed this is a classic look to put together and I’m glad you are interested in trying this out! I hope to see one soon on your blog!! xoxo~
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i want one so badly! love it 🙂
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Thank you Deanna!! 🙂
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I wouldn’t think a sleeveless coat would work, but it really does! I may have to at least go try one on soon.
(Then again, I may have been unduly influenced to love the look by the amazing shoes).
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Hi Sarah, oh thank you that’s very lovely of you to say! I think it’s a stylish way to layer up and stay warm, I find it really well paired with cashmere sweaters for colder days! And of course lace up heels are worth the investment too 😉 Have a great one hun!
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Love those lace up heels! xxx
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Thank you! Glad you like them! 🙂
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Oh I love this cape and those killer heels. Looking absolutely amazing as always 🙂 Have a great weekend dear. Mel
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Thanks Mel! Have a great one too and stay warm! 🙂
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I agree! A classy look like this is here to stay. You look beautiful! :0)
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Thanks Jacqueline! Yes I love coats with classic silhouettes that we can work into our ensemble for years to come! Have a lovely weekend ahead dear!! 😀
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beautiful!!! love it! I also love the snow falling on your site lol awesome!
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Thanks Rach! Yes it reminds me that Christmas is right around the corner! 😀
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I love cape coats and this Zara one is gorgeous and the price is perfect. Love it and I love the juxtapositions it created with the skinny pants. Have a nice weekend. Cheers, Mojisola
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Thanks Mojisola! Yes it is the perfect mix! Thanks for stopping by, have a great one love!
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I love the look Lena! I actually wish it wasn’t so cold so I can wear coats for fashionable reasons instead of for practical reasons. I get to wear a big puffy jacket and look like a penguin ha ha! Now I have to wait until Spring to pull out my woal coats.
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Hi Romy! I know what you mean, if it wasn’t because of a heat wave (meaning up by 15 degrees) I wouldn’t be able to take this out for a spin! Next week I’ll be back to puffer jackets too! 🙂
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I laughed at the heat wave comment, because it’s so true. Anything about 10 degrees is short-weather for me. I’ve heard Chicago has some harsh winters–so I feel you.
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Impeccable style and chic as ever. Lovely!
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Thanks Dee!! Much love dear~
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Charming in Chicago 😉
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Thanks love! 🙂
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I never tried this look before, only because I couldn’t figure out how to style it. I loved the wear you did, I feel I can definitely re-create a look that’s similar! https://hideorgochic.wordpress.com
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Thanks Elle, yes it’s a versatile way to add a bit of fun to your wardrobe. I hope you find the ideal coat! 🙂
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love this look lena! you look so good in this makeup! have you done something differently apart from the sexy lips? hehe btw chicago is looking so damn fine! wish we had beautiful streets like that here in bkk 😦
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Hello Annie dear! Thanks I think the eye cream really is working magic on my sleep-deprived eyes! I also got a new eyebrow pencil so that helped define my features more? Haha~ honestly I don’t know 😛 And about Bangkok, I know what you mean, it’s so difficult to walk on the streets and not be mindful of what you’re stepping on! I remember when I visited a few years ago I was always poked in the head by the umbrellas given how every girl walking on the streets has one! Have a great weekend ahead love!!
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Gorgeous and so chic! I love this look so much and your photos are beautiful. Classic versatile pieces are the way to go. Excellent choice. Have a great weekend!
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Thank you Asa, glad you liked this look! Yes isn’t it great to know we can work a classic silhouette for years to come? Ahh, our wallets would be happy 😀
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i love a winter look with lace sandals!! it rocks!! buy god!! it’s so cold in london!
xx
isa
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Thanks for stopping by Isabel! 🙂 I know the feeling, it’s getting super cold here in Chicago too and if it wasn’t for the sweeping heat wave this week this number would still be sitting in my closet! Have a great one love!!
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So chic! Love it Lena! Happy Friday!
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Thanks Kelli! Have a great day love! 😀
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No I have not tried this look yet but I love how you’ve styled it. I love your bag and shoes Lena how cute they are both…. Really trendy:).
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Thank you Tanya!! Glad you liked this outfit love, and thanks for your lovely comment as always!! Have a great one! xoxo~
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Absolutely gorgeous… so chic!
I d wear everything the shoes are really amazing…
love love love
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Thank you Andreia! Glad you liked this look hun! Have a happy weekend to come! 🙂
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Great look.!! You look so stylish and amazing 🙂
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Thank you Rose!! Much love dear!!!
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I tried this cape in my Zara but it swallows me, literally! On you it looks gorgeous… As per usual, since you’re gorgeous anyway! 😉👌😊💕xx
Annie,
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Thank you Annie you’re always very sweet dear 🙂 Have a great weekend ahead!
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Have a great one yourself lovely! 💕🌸xx
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On point as usual! But I adore that burberry poncho…that piece is here to stay lol hehe HAPPY FRIDAY DOLL XOXO
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Thank you glad you liked this outfit! Have a great weekend!! 🙂
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I’ve been lusting after such a coat ever since Charlotte from Sex and The City appeared in a red one in the movie. It’s mesmerizing! And the shoes are to die for! (too bad I’m too tall – read incapable of – wearing heels like these!)
Kisses, Sylvia
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Hi Sylvia! Oh I just googled it and she looks amazing in that cape! Ah it’s such a classic look that defies moving trends and passing times! I’m 5″9 so I completely understand the feeling of being a giant in the room, which is why on the weekends when I get dressed up I take these bad boys out for a spin. Have a great one love!
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First, I always enjoy reading your posts. The posts are well written and informative. Second, love the cape, particularly how you paired it with the stripe shirt, and eye-catching shoes. Your style is amazing! I hope you have a great weekend! Until your next post! xoxo
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Hi Abrielle! I hope you are doing well love! Thank you for your compliments on my writing, I’m happy to know that my blogging friends that stop by enjoy the alphabets glazed on the page as much as they like the vibrant pictorials! Thank you love that means a lot to me! Have a great weekend ahead!! 🙂
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You look great!! I love your classy outfit!!
Have a wonderful weekend!!
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xoxo
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Thank you Susana, always glad to see you stop by dear! Thanks for your lovely comment, I hope you have a great one too! 🙂
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GORGEOUS! You cannot go wrong with such perfection~!! I adore that dreamy cape~!!
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Oh thank you dear! I remember a few of your outfits were around capes and you look marvelous in them too! 🙂
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The cape is gorgeous. You look impeccable and perfect. http://voices-in-my-head.net/
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Thank you Dan!! Much love dear 🙂
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Too pretty! Love the outfit and beautiful photos xx
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Thank you Erica, that’s so sweet of you dear, oh lord you’re making me blush 😉 Thanks for dropping by hun have a great weekend ahead!
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I love capes!Might have to get one now, so chic.
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Thank you Savannah, it’s a great investment, sure to jazz up any outfit! 🙂
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I miss Chicago so much! It’s been about 5 years since the day I left. You look amazing as always 🙂
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Oh will you be back to visit anytime soon? Chicago is great but the brutal winter can be gruesome! Have a great one Gail 🙂
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Love this look! The poncho and the heels are amazing!! Glad I found your blog!!
xx,
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Hi Melanie, thanks for stopping by! I just checked out your blog and what great travel stories! Plus you are super chic! Glad we got connected in the blogging realm, have a great one dear! 🙂
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LOVE the cape:)) XO
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Thanks Jenn!
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FreaGn awesome outfit and post Lena!! Love it!! xo
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Thanks Shaaz!! Have a wonderful weekend and stay lovely as always! 🙂
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Lovvvve your Cape & the beautiful shoes ! Stunning outfit as always Lena 🙂 Have a lovely Day!
Serene xoxo
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Thank you Serene! So glad to see you stop by! Hope your weekend ahead would be AMAZING dear! Much love~
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Love your outfit, and your lip color is so amazing!!! ❤
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Thank you Diana! Yes I think this shade is my go-to red now! Have a great one dear!
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I am loving this look girl! Really love this coat!!!
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Haha~ thanks Nancy!! Lol~ :p
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Love your outfit! Loved how you styled that poncho! The places you go to take pictures looks amazing! Have a great weekend! Ting xoxo
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Hi Ting, thanks for stopping by! I’m glad you liked this outfit, yes this whole poncho/cape/sleeveless coat trend is so popular this season! It’ll soon get really cold here so I was glad to put it to good use before the puffer jackets come out lol~ Have a wonderful weekend ahead love! 🙂
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Thats alright! Yes I agree I need to get myself one they look so comfy! Thank you lovely 😊 xoxo
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Perfection! Oh and btw I love the snowing feature that you have on your blog, its so festive and cute!!!
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Hi Lauren! Yes it truly is, makes me think Christmas is right around the corner!! Come to think about it, we’re almost there! Have a lovely weekend and thanks for stopping by!
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It really is!!!!! Have a wonderful weekend as well Lena ❤
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I love your cape, this is so cute!
xo
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Thank you Laura!!
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Love the edgy design of the lace-up heels, gorgeous! And the classic stripe sweater goes so well with the cool black cape coat, really chic outfit!
Prudence
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Thanks Prudence!! Have a great one dear!
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I love everything on this look! so edgy yet comfortable and as always, the photos are dope! i’m just wondering? Who took your photos? 😀 hahaha! and what camera are you using? ❤
Stay FAB always. I love you!
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Hi April! Thanks for stopping by! The pictures are taken by my friend Jason J, and he uses a Canon 5D Mark 2 🙂 Have a great weekend love!
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This cape is beautiful! And the love the stripes peeking out from under it. Amazing heels too!
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Thanks Alecz that’s very sweet of you dear! Have a great one!
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Your rings are to dieeee for. Where are they from? Great look for winter time.
xxo Carly
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Hi Carly! They’re from H&M! Yes I love the stacking effect for Winter, really adds an edgy look! Have a great weekend!
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the heels are everything (Y)
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Thanks Javier!!
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This cape looks so good with your striped long tee – in my opinion, there’s nothing more appealing than a sleeveless piece revealing a breton top. You look brilliant! 🙂
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Hi Gabrielle! Yes I agree too, there’s something so classy and polished about a sleeveless cape paired with a breton shirt! Thanks for your lovely comment dear!
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What a gorgeous cape! So glad I stumbled upon your blog, you’re awesome! ❤
Fashionably,
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Hi Patricia! Thanks for stopping by! Really appreciate your lovely comment dear, have a wonderful weekend ahead!
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I am so obsessed with youuu. Such an amazing look!
Plus, the snow on your blog is adorable!!!
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Hey Keri! Thanks for stopping by! Glad you like this look girl 🙂 And aren’t the snow flakes fun? Makes me think Christmas is right around the corner 😉
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In love with your poncho!
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Thank you Senka!
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This look is absolutely perfect darling! Still obsessed with your shoes! GORGEOUS!! xxx
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Thanks Diana! Yes they’re my favorite pair, goes well with pants and skirts alike! Have a great one love
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What an amazing buy on the cape coat, it’s such a stunning and versatile piece!
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Thanks Shireen! You’re such a sweetheart!
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Amazing Look! Beautiful Pics!
xx, Nissi
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Thank you Nissi!
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Amazing boots and coats…love it…so chic! http://www.2015topbag.com
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Thank you!!
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Wauw your photos are always amazing! And this outfit just perfect… Escpecially the shoes, they are beautiful!
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Thanks Cher!! Much love dear~
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I love sleevless capes, they are so stylish and a great alternative if you are bored of coats! Nice look, hun!
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Thanks Edina! I totally agree, there are so many looks to work with a sleeveless cape! Thanks for stopping by! 🙂
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Lovely outfit, you look gorgeous!
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Thank you Orryana!
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Honey – as always, look presented by you is perfect in every single detail. Such a shame that I can’t use it now as an inspiration – in Poland just started “endless winter” ;/
have a nice day!
Aleksandra
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Hi Aleksandra! Thanks for stopping by, and thank you for your kind compliment it’s well taken to heart! Ah I know what you mean, we are back to the cold wintry days, but every now and then Mother Nature is in a good mood and we’ll have some slightly warmer days to take a coat like this out for a spin! 🙂 Have a great one love!
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That cape is so dreamy! + your shoes are so pretty ❤ ❤
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Thank you Sera!! Much love girl!!
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The cape is so pretty! Too bad it’s too cold here for one and my lifestyle doesn’t allow for chic wool coats!
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Thanks Natalie glad you liked this look! Yes we had a decent heat wave come in last week but sadly we’re back to the freezing weather again. Anyhow, hope you have a wonderful rest of your weekend love!
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I absolutely loved your cape coat!! It looks so so gorgeous with the striped tee! But I have to confess that the showstopper of this entire look were definitely your gladiator heels! 🙂
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OH MY!! I loveeeeeeeeeee this look! That cape coat is amazing babe, very feminine yet chic 😉 I’ve been looking for a cape for quite a long time now, but up until now I haven’t found one which meets my requirements. It has to be timeless yet chic, a high collar and the price should be affordable too hehehe. Do you have any suggestions where I can find the perfect cape coat, Lena? 😉 Happy Monday gorg! xo
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Love the look Lena & love the Tag Line even more!
Is this also photographed byJason J?
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I’m totally obsessed with this look! This is such a relaxed look and you made it look FAB! Gorgeous!
xoxo Pam
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Love this look …very cute ❤
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Hello my friend! This is the epitome of chic. I am obsessed with capes right now lol! this one looks fantastic on you. Those sandals are gorgeous too! And you are right, the outfit has a lovely Parisian flair and we all know those ladies have impeccable sense of style-just like you:) xoxo Lauren http://www.ginnysclosetblog.com
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this is such a cool cool look, love everything! xx
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Thank you Tania!!
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Oh my, Lena, that cape is so gorgeous and amazing. I recently bought a black knit poncho and I love it, it’s a great silhouette.
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Thanks Nout! It really is a classic piece!
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You are looking very very stylish 🙂
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Thank you!! ❤
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I absolutely love this outfit!
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Thanks Racquel!!
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