Hi Beautiful People!

Sometimes when you buy a jacket, it doesn’t look as good as you think it did in the store. It happens. Buyers remorse gets us all at least once. Sometimes the problem is that the jacket is just too plain. If you think that your jackets might have that problem, there are ways to spice them up a little. Here’s how to turn that plain jacket into a fashion miracle.

This Tommy Hilfiger jacket is one of my favorites, it’s all in the details. The princess seams flatter my figure and can make a pretty dress look edgy.

JT with Vinny

Badges
Nice and simple. Removable too. If you find, your jacket needs a little more color or texture, line the outer lapels with a few badges. If you want the badges to represent your outlook or tastes, check eBay for the appropriate badges. If you’re a big fan of a certain band, why not make it known with a badge? A few too many badges can ruin the look though. Be sure to not overdo it. If you do decide to go a little overboard, there’s a tipping point where having a lot of badges has a real punk rock vibe.

Studs
On the subject of punk rock, what’s more, punk rock than studs? While you should be careful where you’re placing them, they’ll add a more defined texture to a jacket. Sticking them on one shoulder or both will instantly bring a little flavor. Just don’t overdo it, or it won’t be a very comfortable or light jacket for much longer.

Patches
When in doubt, patches can add a little color to your jacket. If you’re not too keen on the solid color of your jacket, injecting a little vibrancy can work wonders. Custom patches too are a good idea. It works on the same principle as the badges. If you want to show your outlook or tastes, patches can show that. Patches need a little more space than badges. While you can get some small patches lined on a front pocket, for more detailed designs you can them to be elsewhere. The larger patches will go directly on the back. Medium patches can go on the shoulders. Either on the top of them or at the sides.

The Worn Look
If none of the other options are right for your jacket, it might be just that it looks too new. You could wear it every day for a year to give it the worn look. A quicker way to manufacture that look artificially. Usually, different kinds of washes can give the worn look. Washed denim, for example, is pretty popular. Even to the point where they’ll sell clothes in stores that already have the look.

Leather is a little different. You want to be careful you’re not distressing it too much. The leather may crack and peel. While you do want a little bit of decay on the leather, you don’t want it falling apart. Be very careful.

If you’ve tried some of these methods on your jacket, and it still isn’t looking good? You might just have to admit the jacket might not be right for you.