Short skirt, long jacket

Today's outfit is a little homage to the show Chuck, which is airing it's series finale this evening. It is such a fun show, and it's pretty remarkable in this day and age of television for a show like it to hold out as long as it did; five years and 91 episodes.

I'm definitely going to miss it, and it's theme song, Cake's Short Skirt/Long Jacket.

I've had this maxi coat for quite some time now, I got it my freshman year of high school, and in all honesty, it was because it made me feel awesome, like Carrie-Anne Moss in the Matirx. I haven't worn it in several years... I don't think maxies are back in yet, but I had my heart set on doing a Chuck inspired outfit, and my other option was just wearing my converse sneakers. The coat was more fun.

I also turned my chunky chain bracelet into an impromptu necklace - which actually worked pretty well.

I hope you all have a great last weekend of January! (Seriously, where did the month go?)

short skirt, long jacket IMG_2619.jpg IMG_2600.jpg IMG_2595.jpgIMG_2586.jpg
The Rundown
Top J.Crew - Skirt NY&Co. - Coat Halston - Booties Madden Girl Virtual -
Gloves Belonged to my Grandma - Bag Big Buddha - Necklace Macy's - Earrings Thrifted

P.S.  In case you missed it, this week I made biscotti, fashioned my Target leopard fedora to look like the J.Crew one, reviewed the ONA camera bag insert, and went to the KARL launch in New York City!

50 comments

  1. What a gorgeous coat! I also love your striped skirt :)

    ReplyDelete
  2. So smart and sophisticated. Love it.

    Yes, January has absolutely flown by. Ack!

    ReplyDelete
  3. Love how the coat looks open =)

    ReplyDelete
  4. That coat looks cozy, and I love the subtle pattern mixing going on with your shirt/ skirt combo. Happy Friday!

    http://hipsandhangers.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  5. Very classy and chic, love the super long coat, is timeless and will always look sophisticated, not matrix at all!

    Cess O. <3 The Outfit Diaries

    ReplyDelete
  6. I love that bracelet as a necklace and the coat looks great on you - it definitely makes a statement.

    Courtney ~ http://sartorialsidelines.com

    ReplyDelete
  7. love the little pop of color with the red gloves... very glamorous!
    jess
    www.jesscauseblog.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  8. I've been tempted from time to time about buying a long coat at the thrift store but didn't quite know what to do with it. I didn't want to seem to Melanie Griffith "Working Girl" ya know? I hope they do come back. I really like them - and the warmth factor!

    ReplyDelete
  9. Woohoo for maxi coats!! I don't have one, haha....but I feel like they wouldn't look good on me :/
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

    ReplyDelete
  10. Great print mix! I love the little pops of red too...Where DID January go???

    ReplyDelete
  11. I love Chuck so much, and I'm so sad it's ending! They haven't been putting this last season on Hulu, so I haven't been able to watch it - I guess I'll just have to buy it when it comes out on DVD :)

    For the longest time I've been wanting to put together an outfit based on that Cake song! Love that you did it.

    ReplyDelete
  12. this looks awesome!
    LOVE the jacket

    ReplyDelete
  13. I think you just brought maxies back.

    ReplyDelete
  14. I have a maxi trench that you have inspired me to wear with a short skirt. I love the proportions of this outfit. And the gloves! Enjoy your weekend!

    ReplyDelete
  15. Love the necklace...fingers crossed that was a recent purchase and I can still find it :-D

    ReplyDelete
  16. Absolutely your best look ever, sooooooooo very chic and stylish.
    The contrast between the short skirt and the long coat is brilliant.
    XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

    ReplyDelete
  17. Very chic. Love the red gloves every time you wear them.

    ReplyDelete
  18. love the red gloves
    back in the day son1 would borrow my black maxi coat and his buddies would make videos of them acting out the matrix lol
    brett

    ReplyDelete
  19. I will so miss chuck...such a great show!!! Love an outfit styled around the theme song!!

    ReplyDelete
  20. What beautiful red gloves and the pattern mixing is great! I will admit that I've never watched 'Chuck'- will have to check it out!

    ReplyDelete
  21. Love that skirt! All that snow is making me shiver!

    ReplyDelete
  22. Long coat and red gloves - perfect!
    I'm such a bad TV watcher (good thing, maybe?) We just recently started watching Californication -- first season...from 2007!
    haha!
    xo
    The Fashionable ESQ
    http://www.thefashionableesq.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  23. I love how you tied the shirt, too cute!!


    www.mythriftychic.com

    ReplyDelete
  24. Love those red gloves and such a great idea to use your bracelet as a necklace.

    xo erica

    ReplyDelete
  25. Those red gloves definately make the outfit for me- such an unexpected twist.

    ReplyDelete
  26. beautiful look! love this music and love your look as well !

    Loved the red gloves ! And I totally agree I didn't see this month passing by!


    http://www.universeandyou.com.br/

    xoxo from Japan

    ReplyDelete
  27. loving the long jacket and the pattern mixing! seriously fabulous-ness!!! i wore those same booties today too!!!

    http://spinning-threads.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  28. Maxi coats are TOTALLY in. They were all over the runways for winter 2012. I have not ever seen "Chuck" but it's sad when good shows end.
    You are so good at mixing patterns! Love the red gloves.

    ReplyDelete
  29. I so love it when you tie your blouses :)

    ReplyDelete
  30. Love the mix of patterns and bright red gloves!

    ReplyDelete
  31. Love the mix of patterns and bright red gloves!

    ReplyDelete
  32. The red gloves are just perfect with this ensemble. I have heard alot about this Chuck show, but unfortunately don't thonk I've seen it though.

    ReplyDelete
  33. You can honestly pull anything off - how does a jacket that covers your entire body look so freaking fantastic on you... a little jealous over here ;)

    PS. The bracelet turned necklace looks great!

    xx
    thistimeisacharm.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  34. Oooh look how sexy that first photo is! Love the lighting in these photos, so flattering!

    ReplyDelete
  35. Even if they're not in style... I think long coats are cool! I don't have any though, three-quarter is my longest, I think. I've only caught episodes of Chuck here and there. I feel like I've been meaning to watch it for the past five years (oops).

    ReplyDelete
  36. *scrolls through 38 comments*
    Whew. That was a workout. Now to post my comment. :'D

    GURL.
    You know how to rock a long trenchcoat. They may not seem "back in" yet, as you say, I think it looks damn nice on you. Such a lovely coat that is, and the red from your gloves makes it all the more classy!

    You still have clothes from your freshman year of high school? That's amazing. Props to you. I'm pretty sure most of mine are gone. Maybe because I had no boobs then. I mean, I still don't have boobs, but they were like concave or something then, I don't know. Stuff was small, bro. I'm envious that you are able to hold onto something that long!

    ReplyDelete
  37. Just found your blog and I love it--I'm now following on bloglovin.

    www.wayoutsidelookingin.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  38. Awesome coat and great overall look!

    oxoxoxoxo from San francisco

    Amy
    http://bridechic.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  39. a classic coat never goes out of style. I never get to buy coats living in FL, but I still believe it. :)

    ReplyDelete
  40. Love the pop of color with those gloves!
    I'm having a giveaway for a gorgeous Oia Jules bracelet if you want to check it out!
    http://www.restylerestorerejoice.blogspot.com/2012/01/oia-jules-giveaway.html

    Francesca

    ReplyDelete
  41. chuck is ending?! im so behind!

    ReplyDelete
  42. Ooo, that coat is just the perfect length on you- I love it! :)

    ReplyDelete
  43. omg'sh! i have a coat just like that. i call it my evening/dinner coat because i feel it's so formal. love it girl! great stripey skirt and red gloves.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

    ReplyDelete
  44. I looked all through Macy's for that necklace and bracelet and couldn’t find it. I love this look, so dramatic.

    www.living-thesuite-life.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  45. great outfit, love that the pop of red is in your gloves

    ReplyDelete