When I was growing up I always wanted a jean jacket but my mother (for some strange reason) said no.  Maybe it was that she was super conservative and thought denim was just a little to edgy.  Or maybe it was because we went from super hot summer to super chilly fall and winter and there was such limited time for wearing that it was impractical.  Who knows why but when I became an adult with extra money I bought a jean jacket!

I still have a huge affection for denim jackets.  I love that they can go from super casual, to a date night and anything in between.  And now, introducing my new favorite jacket I bought last week at Old Navy  . . . a black denim jacket!!

There was a chill in the air this week and even though a heat wave is predicted here in So Cal. this weekend it still gets chilly at night by the ocean so I have no doubt I will be grabbing my new favorite piece.

Check out the many different looks for a black denim jacket or any jean jacket for that matter.I love the comfort of leggings, t-shirts and my Nikes!! And the best part the Nikes are on sale!!  Plus Old Navy has some great workout clothes at great prices! BTW, this t-shirt from BP Nordstrom comes in lots of colors, great price and great for layering.

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White jeans are completely acceptable into the fall!  The jeans I have on by Frame (go one size up, they run small) and they stretch to my body.  I splurged on them this summer and I wear them all the time – casual and dress up.  A great less expensive option is the mid-rise rockstar distressed jeans which are on sale. I have them in a camo print and they also fit really well (fit true to size).  You can’t go wrong with either except one will give you more $ in your pocket.

I wore this to go get mani/pedi hence the flip flops and as it warmed up during the day I had one of my favorite stripped tank top underneath (also on sale).  Old Navy has the best tank tops!

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Date Night!!!  This is the first time I am wearing these heels by Sam Edelman with jeans and I am loving it! BTW, they come in a variety of colors and are classic style.  I paired my white jeans with a bright colored sleeveless top from Nordstrom’s topped off with the black jean jacket.  Super easy, styling and sexy look.  Note to self: Wear those heels more often!

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One last look because we are still having warm weather and a heat wave is in the forecast for this weekend. I know I will be pulling back on my favorite shorts of the season  which are on sale (Levis 501 long distressed short – – – > http://shopstyle.it/l/fRQM), tank top and Stan Smith sneakers (which are on sale) this weekend and for when the sun goes down I am ready!

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The nice thing about the black jean jacket is now I have more options!!  Happy Weekend!