How to Style a Band Jacket

Hi Ladies! Today I’m bringing you a fabulous jacket that’s a real traffic stopper! Check out this fun marching band jacket that looks sharp and is fun to wear.

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It’s starting to get a little nippy out now we’re into September, and a great fall jacket that you can throw on with jeans makes the perfect transitional piece. I’m in love with this darling red marching band jacket with its snappy, tailored fit and relaxed military vibe. 

This cute, cropped jacket is easy to upscale a casual outfit and gives it a perky look. Marching band jackets are, you guessed it, inspired by marching bands.

Some are elaborate with braiding and embellishments and look almost like a costume (Think Sergeant Pepper). This one is perfectly pared down for everyday wear and has a commanding double row of decorative buttons and a hook and bar closure.

I love the way this figure-flattering jacket sits just above the hip. It’s a feminine fit with enough stretch to feel comfy without losing its firm shape.

I’ve paired my marching band style jacket with this cute striped tee and these chic jeggings, but a plain white tee would be fine too. A dark wash is always so elegant, and the gold buttons at the ankles are gorgeous. These jeggings are also super comfy!

Red, white, and blue are always a striking color combination that works year-round, which is handy. Did you notice my shoes?

These tweed mules are so sophisticated. They have a nubby texture, metallic thread running throughout, and big decorative buckles. It’s so easy to look pulled together when you have the perfect shoes to coordinate with your outfit. These mules are such a classy finishing touch.

You could also wear this marching band jacket with plain jeans, but a touch of gold at the ankle is chic and slimming.

How do you like these striped jeans? This is look # 2 with this jacket. These jeans are not as long as the ankle button jeggings, and they’re cropped. These cropped jeans also come without the stripe. If you want a more creative look, mixing lines on the top and bottom of your outfit is an excellent way to achieve that.

Check out this other post to see more military band jackets.

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