Classy Ways To Wear Corduroy
When I was a teen, I had a pair of really cool, baby blue corduroy jeans (Lee – hip huggers). They were so tight out of the dryer that to get them done up, I had to fall straight back onto my bed, lay stiff as a board, breathe deep, and wiggle the zipper up until I could squeeze into them. Sound familiar?
Cords are back, but now they’re stretchier, comfier, and more refined than before. There are dozens of styles of corduroy pants and some cute and casual corduroy dresses, skirts, and casual corduroy jackets.
Here are some some classy ways to style corduroy this fall.
Classy Ways To Wear Corduroy
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How to Style Corduroy Jeans
Corduroy jeans, like jeans, can be styled with pretty much anything. But I always like the look of a silky print blouse in deep, rich fall colors contrasted with the cushy woven texture of corduroy.
A pair of sleek and light modern corduroy bootcut jeans perfectly complement this smocked cuff V-neck blouse.
This black blouse has an edgy vibe, so I added some chic black booties with an interesting architectural heel and this gorgeous leather hobo bag with chrome accents.
To bring a touch of color to the face, I completed the look with these fab earrings. They are the perfect color and balance for these cozy cognac cord pants.
These pants are fabulous, but did you see the burgundy straight-leg cords I just bought and wrote about? I love those, too!
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How to Style a Corduroy Blazer
A classic blazer never goes out of style. And throwing one on over jeans and a t-shirt is a classic trick for stylish women everywhere who want to quickly add polish to a simple, casual outfit.
But instead of doing this with a typical fade-into-the-woodwork black blazer, why not stand out in a good way with a fine corduroy blazer in a fun color like this one in rose gold? I love how this feminine shade makes everyday blue jeans look dressier. The blouse is so pretty, and the bracelet and bezel earrings really upscale the look of what used to be thought of as country corduroy. Champagne metallic loafers are the final classy touch.
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How to Style a Corduroy Skirt
Here’s a skirt that is a wardrobe workhorse, I guarantee. The always-in-style A-line button-up skirt is super flattering, particularly on pear-shaped women, as the A-line shape helps balance wider hips and thighs. I’ve added some fabulous brown riding boots and this earthy Fair Isle Johnny collar sweater, a fabulous turtleneck, and black suede boots for more of a mod look.
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How to Style a Corduroy Dress
If you are searching for the perfect piece that can be dressed up or down and will take you through pretty much everything in your life, this sporty corduroy shift dress is it.
This rich chocolate brown shade is a lovely, warm neutral with many colors. You can dress it up or down by rolling the sleeves up and adding fun and casual accessories. Such as shoes like the big buckle leopard print flats and a chic cognac bag. It also comes in olive.
Because a shirtdress is inherently ‘masculine,’ balance that out by leaving a few buttons undone and adding some beautiful gold and tiger’s eye jewelry, the list of ways to wear this dress goes on and on.
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