Floral aviator jackets are a perennial trend. They are easier to wear than the black or brown leather pilot jacket or a floral blazer. This brief style guide explains why, provides tips on what to look for when buying the trend, outfit inspirations and styling tips. Read how to wear a floral bomber.
- When Floral and Bomber Jacket Join It Reads Edgy Style
- Style a Floral Aviator as a Statement Piece
- Why to Add a Floral Aviator to Your Wardrobe
- Wrapping Up How to Wear a Floral Bomber
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When Floral and pilot Jacket Join It Reads Edgy Style
I really love bomber jackets and I love floral prints. Thus, when I saw this floral aviator jacket on eBay – new with tags – I had to buy it. The floral print and silk fabric permit to wear it like a blouse! In a casual work environment, you can even get away with it on other days than Casual Friday.
The contradiction of floral and tough bomber jacket make a statement piece.
that works for more than just Gamine and Romantic Style. The trendy combination balances the girly part of the print with the association of the tough cut. The abstract blossoms are an example of an ageless print. That’s the best combination for women in midlife. More on ageless floral prints.
A perfect way to wear a small romantic print over 40.
When you have Bohemian Style fantasy blossoms in the size of your hand are best.
Style a Floral Aviator as a Statement Piece
I always liked bomber jackets and always had one in my closet. However, when I saw the floral aviator trend, I had to have one. It’s a real statement piece. When you get one, make sure it works with the colors of your wardrobe to get the most wear out of the piece. In my case, I looked for cool neutral colors and an abstract floral print for a grown-up casual look. I also wanted that the bomber could substitute for a blazer, sort of a down-dressed Business Casual Style. This pilot jacket is exactly what I was looking for. A special benefit, it was on sale and hence affordable.
Why to Add a Floral Aviator to Your Wardrobe
The great thing about prints is that you have so many options to wear the piece with other pieces in your closet. This bomber, for example, goes with various shades of gray, pink and blue as well as with black and white. Check the post at the links to see how versatile this garment can be styled.
- Floral aviator with leather skirt and a gray sweater
- Try it with black dress pants or a black skirt and a white top
- With white or blue jeans
- Floral bomber with a striped leather skirt
- Wear it with a solid jumper dress in one of the prints colors
- In a street style look with a silver accordion pleated skirt packed for ageless style on a dance cruise
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Note these three posts open in new tabs for best UX, so you can read on here.
Wrapping Up How to Wear a Floral Bomber
Pro tip: When you buy a trendy item like this floral bomber make sure that you can wear it with many pieces of your closet.
You can find a guide how to look ageless in floral prints at the link. What are your criteria for jumping the band wagon on a trendy piece? Let me know, I am curious.
Don’t let your outfit be a random thing. Wear the right look in every situation by looking up what to wear when in How to Dress for Success in Midlife. Buy the book now.
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