27 January
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This Moto & Oh, Hey Girl! Link-Up

The moto jacket. An equivalent of sorts to the little black dress in that its almost an essential for anyone to have as part of their closet. I picked up this little gem at Forever 21 right before baby girl was born. I had always liked the look of this style of jacket and wanted something to wear on those cooler fall days that require a some coverup but aren’t cold enough to warrant wearing a thick coat. What’s funny is once I got it home, I wasn’t really sure about it so I put it back in the bag to take back to the store to exchange out with something else. Well, three days later I had a baby and fell into that newborn black hole for about a month. By the time I had the energy to start thinking about things other than keeping myself and baby girl alive, the 30 day return limit had passed. Ooops..Or was it? Once I pulled it out of the bag and tried it on again (without a huge pregnant belly) and styled up with this cute little dress, I was so happy that I never took it back! It’s so fun and I like how it adds a little edge to a girly-ish dress like this one.

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xo, Erica

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124 Comments

  1. 1.27.16
    Trang Do said:

    Love your jacket!! You look great!!

    Xoxo,
    Love from http://www.trangscorner.com {a lifestyle, fashion, beauty, and food blog}

  2. 1.27.16
    Living on Cloud Nine said:

    You look fierce and FABULOUS woman!! So glad you kept it as this is a fantastic outfit!! Love the edge, the the backdrop for the photos and love your cuteness!!

  3. 1.27.16
    Jill said:

    So glad you kept it! It looks great styled with that dress! I love your photo backdrop!

    Jill
    Doused In Pink

  4. 1.27.16
    Biana Perez said:

    It’s such a great jacket that really edges up any look, but still manages to look feminine!! xo, Biana –BlovedBoston

  5. 1.27.16
    Christina S said:

    That jacket looks wonderful on you! I have a similar one and I love how warm it keeps me!

    Christina :: Simple and Delish

  6. 1.27.16
    Carrie said:

    I have a similar moto jacket. Thanks for the inspiration. I think I’m going to wear it today.

  7. 1.27.16
    Blaire Bingham said:

    This jacket looks amazing with the dress! So glad you kept it because you are rocking it!
    xo, Whitney and Blaire
    Peaches In A Pod

  8. 1.27.16
    Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom said:

    This jacket looks great with this dress! I have a burgundy moto jacket and I’ve worn it once, I really need to get it out of the closet!

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

  9. 1.27.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you! πŸ™‚

  10. 1.27.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you so much, you are always so sweet! πŸ™‚ I loved the backdrops we found to do these pics – there is something about a painted wall that makes a picture more fun!

  11. 1.27.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Me tooo! Thanks girl πŸ™‚

  12. 1.27.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    I know, right?! πŸ™‚

  13. 1.27.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thanks girl! It really does trap in the heat! hehe

  14. 1.27.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Oh yay! You’re welcome πŸ™‚

  15. 1.27.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thanks ladies!! πŸ™‚

  16. 1.27.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you Carrie! You should!

  17. 1.27.16
    Laura said:

    It’s the moto jacket that was meant to be! It looks amazing with your dress!

  18. 1.27.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    haha oh yea! Thanks girl πŸ™‚

  19. 1.27.16
    Rachelle said:

    what a cute outfit, love that jacket.

    xo
    PinkSole

  20. 1.27.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you Rachelle! πŸ™‚

  21. 1.27.16
    Brittany S said:

    I love the jacket with the dress!! So cute!

    Brittany,
    http://www.lawyerlookbook.com

  22. 1.27.16
    Shea Sayers said:

    I love the moto jacket and think it’s a keeper for sure! I love how it toughens up that pretty dress. I’ve had a moto jacket on my wishlist for a while–I really need to find one!

  23. 1.27.16
    Dressed2dNines.Com said:

    I really love moto jackets. This one is no exception! I love the edgy glam they add to any look!

    http://www.dressed2dnines.com

  24. 1.27.16
    RedTagChicLA said:

    Can’t go wrong with a moto – love it with a dress like this!

    Rebecca

    http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

  25. 1.27.16
    Cherie James said:

    The magic of a moto jacket – very chic look! Thank you for hosting.

    Cherie
    http://www.stylenudge.com

  26. 1.27.16
    Shauna C said:

    Totally rocker chic! And I love that background πŸ™‚

    Shauna

    http://www.lipglossandlace.net

  27. 1.27.16
    Happinessatmidlife said:

    I am so guilty of lapsing the return time and kept things that probably should’ve been returned. This jacket looks perfect with the dress, glad that it worked out for you!

    Thank you for hosting and hope you are having a fab week!

    Alice
    http://www.happinessatmidlife.com

    Hope to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.

  28. 1.27.16
    Amy Johnson said:

    Awesome jacket!

  29. 1.27.16
    Amy Ann Arnold said:

    So glad that worked out because it looks great on you! You cannot go wrong with a moto jacket.

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

  30. 1.27.16
    Mary Murnane said:

    Love love love that jacket.

    – xox Mary
    http://www.marymurnane.com

  31. 1.27.16
    http://www.weshopinheels.com said:

    Great you didn’t have to return it! I love the versatility of the jacket and how you styled it with a girly dress. LOVE, LOVE!

    -Tatiana
    We Shop in Heels

  32. 1.27.16
    Shaunacey said:

    how GREAT is that jacket? I seriously need a moto jacket… I think I said that before, but for REAL!

    Confessions of a Frumpy Mommy

  33. 1.27.16
    Elise Ward Joyce said:

    Obsessed with this look! Feminine and edgy! Love it!

    xx, Elise
    http://www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com

  34. 1.27.16
    Theboxqueen said:

    Moto jackets are the best and yours is so cute over the dress! I am glad you never got to take it back. πŸ™‚ Happy Wednesday! XOXO, Elif

  35. 1.27.16
    Kathy said:

    Your moto jacket is fantastic. I’m so glad you didn’t return it. It so hard at the end of a pregnancy to visualize yourself without the baby on board. You will get so much use out of this jacket. I also love your dress. Have a wonderful day!

    Kathy
    http://www.glamsimplified.com

  36. 1.27.16
    Tianna said:

    gorgeous moto jacket! I love how you paired it with tights and booties πŸ™‚ very chic!

    stop by and chat with me β™₯ http://storybookapothecary.com/

  37. 1.27.16
    ADA said:

    I own an identical olive green leather moto jacket but too bad I left it behind in Albania. You look fabulous, Erica. =)

  38. 1.27.16
    Ivana Jeknić said:

    This jacket is amazing, love the colour xoxo

    http://thefurthestthingfromperfect.blogspot.com/

  39. 1.27.16
    The Adored Life said:

    That jacket is amazing! It looks so good on you and how you styled it!
    The Adored Life

  40. 1.27.16
    Jackie said:

    Your moto jacket is amazing and it looks great with paired with your dress. It’s such a versatile piece, love them. Aren’t you glad you didn’t return it πŸ™‚

    xo, Jackie
    stylemydreams.com

  41. 1.27.16
    Heidi D. said:

    I love how you transitioned this dress for cooler temps and your jacket is so cool!

    Wishes & Reality

  42. 1.27.16
    Sheree said:

    Really versatile and cool jacket and the colorful backgrounds with murals and blue wall really made the outfit pop.

    xo Sheree
    http://poshclassymom.com
    IG: @poshclassymom

  43. 1.27.16
    JL@ A Pocketful of Polka Dots said:

    Very nice moto jacket! It looks great paired with your feminine dress and I love all of the black.

  44. 1.27.16
    Sarah @ Foxy's Domestic Side said:

    Love the whole outfit! Especially the shoes, I need some πŸ™‚

  45. 1.27.16
    Terri Yang said:

    Goregous! I currently do not have this piece in my closet but set of finding one! πŸ™‚ Terri

  46. 1.27.16
    Rachel Garay said:

    Looks fabulous Erica! You look great hun!

    Thank you for linking up to “Bloggers Who Have Inspired Me”

    Rachel xo

    http://garaytreasures.com

  47. 1.27.16
    Stripes n Vibes said:

    Moto jacket is a necessity for me, when the weather is warm I’m wearing it non stop! Great way of styling it!

    Tanya
    http://www.StripesNVibes.com
    BlogLovin

  48. 1.28.16
    Heather Noire said:

    That jacket is a must have for anyones wardrobe! I love the way you styled it! I especially love all these looks! Have a great weekend. xx http://www.bauchlefashion.com

  49. 1.28.16
    Annessa Smith said:

    Great look! So cute and casual!

    Annessa
    http://www.seekingsunshine.com

  50. 1.28.16
    Marta C said:

    You look amazing in this outfit Erica, I just love a good moto jacket and love how you styled yours!
    Marta
    http://www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com

  51. 1.28.16
    Carina Vardie said:

    The jacket looks awesome! Pretty look!

    xo
    http://thepinkporcelaindoll.blogspot.it

  52. 1.28.16
    Naomella said:

    A cool jacket and an absolut must-have for every girl/woman! xxx

    http://www.naomella.com

  53. 1.28.16
    Lisa @ Daily Style Finds said:

    Forever 21 has great leather jackets. I think it is a good thing you got to keep it – looks great!

    Lisa
    Daily Style Finds LINK UP

  54. 1.28.16
    Liliana Ayala said:

    Such a cool jacket! I love how you styled it too!

    xo, Lily

    beautywithlily.com

  55. 1.28.16
    Violette said:

    Cool look! I love the wall behind!

    http://violettedaily.com

  56. 1.28.16
    Ana Luiza said:

    Every woman needs a moto jacket in her wardrobe! Love the one you are wearing Erica
    Thanks for linking up on Start the Week Stylish!
    – Ana Luiza
    http://www.NorthwestBlonde.com

  57. 1.28.16
    Krisztina Williams said:

    So perfect!! I love moto jackets. They look so cool with dresses.

    ~Krisztina
    http://www.krisztinawilliams.com

  58. 1.28.16
    Yasmin Hakim said:

    Sometimes it’s meant to be, right?! The jacket looks great on you. I’m glad you kept it πŸ™‚

    xx Yasmin
    http://banglesandbungalows.com

  59. 1.28.16
    Michelle Orsi said:

    Cool photos! That jacket is super edgy & makes the dress look extra cool πŸ™‚

    michellespaige.com

  60. 1.28.16
    Jalisa said:

    I think it worked out that you didn’t get the chance to return it because it looks wonderful on you and like you said, it’s such a staple piece! I love the way it looks paired with the printed dress and all black tights and pumps, it add a slight edge to the look. I’m also loving your sweater that Claire is rocking, the color and knit are so lovely and looks super comfy, too! Thanks so much for sharing, beauty, and I hope you’re having a wonderful day so far!

    XO,

    Jalisa
    http://www.thestylecontour.com

  61. 1.28.16
    Meghan Conard said:

    Great look! I love the jacket!
    xMC
    http://mc2squared.blogspot.com

  62. 1.28.16
    Nicky A said:

    Beautiful look!!

    http://www.brooklynglam.com

  63. 1.29.16
    Shelly @ the Queen in Between said:

    So cute! I have only purchased 2 things from Forever 21 and had almost the same situation as you…went to return and I was one day over so I ended up keeping and both have become favorites in my closet!

  64. 1.29.16
    Lanae Bond said:

    I am loving your look! A moto jacket looks great with a dress because it always you to be both feminine and edgy!

  65. 1.29.16
    Kyanna James said:

    Great casual looks!
    -Kyanna
    http://kyannajames.com/?p=432

  66. 1.29.16
    Vaishali said:

    Great looks! Killing it in the moto jacket !!

  67. 1.29.16
    Monica Siembieda said:

    Loving this jacket. I love how you styled it as well. Thanks for linking up with me, hope to see you next week! I’ll be pinning this to the linkup board.

    http://www.jerseygirltexanheart.com

  68. 1.30.16
    Gabrielle said:

    This is such a perfect leather jacket on you and I really love how you’ve styled it with a pretty dress – the contrast works brilliantly! πŸ™‚

    Gabrielle | A Glass Of Ice x

  69. 1.31.16
    The Wardrobe Stylist said:

    I’m glad you kept it because it definitely is worthwhile! I have one and I love it! Congrats on your newborn. I would love if you can link up to http://the-wardrobe-stylist.com/2016/01/29/strapless-bandage-dress/

  70. 2.1.16
    Mica said:

    Glad you kept that jacket – it is a great piece and it does work so well with your pretty printed dress πŸ™‚

    You are sure to get a lot of wear out of it in the cooler weather- it would look great with skinny jeans and ankle boots too! πŸ™‚

    Away From The Blue Blog

    #Struggles Book giveaway!

  71. 2.1.16
    Darcy said:

    Love the jacket! Great place for your pictures, too!
    http://www.amemoryofus.com

  72. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thanks girl! πŸ™‚

  73. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Me too!! Forever 21 used to have a TON – great way to pick one up without spending a lot of money.

  74. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thanks girl! Me too – I always thought they looked so cool πŸ™‚

  75. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you!

  76. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thanks Cherie! Glad you joined us for today’s link-up

  77. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thanks girl! I love all the painted walls around our little city!

  78. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thanks girl, me too!

  79. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you Amy!

  80. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Me too! I’m was even more happy once I saw me wearing it in these pictures. πŸ™‚ It was like oh, yea this is what I was looking for.

  81. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    πŸ™‚

  82. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    I know right?! Thank you!

  83. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    haha I know I love it – especially because its olive, so its a different shade πŸ˜‰

  84. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you!

  85. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you! me too!!

  86. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Seriously – I think that was the problem, I was trying to see it past the preggo belly and just couldn’t so I’m glad I waited on it and it worked out because its exactly what I wanted.

  87. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you! πŸ™‚

  88. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Oh yea?! Thats a bummer! Will you ever see it again? Thank you Ada!! xoxo

  89. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you! Thats what I liked about it too!

  90. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you so much! πŸ™‚

  91. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you!! I am SO glad I didn’t return it!

  92. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thanks Heidi! Yea I love this dress because its great layering piece!

  93. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you! I loved colorful walls when I saw them πŸ™‚

  94. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you! πŸ™‚

  95. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thanks Sarah! Got those at Target the fall of 2014 – they are my favorite during the cold months!

  96. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you! πŸ™‚ Check out Forever 21 – they have a bunch of moto jackets! http://www.forever21.com/Product/Category.aspx?category=outerwear_moto-jackets

  97. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you so much Rachel! πŸ™‚

  98. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    I agree – perfect with a light dress on a cool summer night! I’m already thinking of ideas about how I want to wear it when the weather warms up πŸ™‚

  99. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you so much, Heather!!

  100. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you! πŸ™‚

  101. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you so much Marta, you are so sweet! πŸ™‚

  102. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thanks girlie! πŸ™‚

  103. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Seriously! I have majorly upped my cool weather jacket game here in the last year.

  104. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    I agree! I know I am so happy it worked out the way it did! I probably would have later regretted it.

  105. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thanks Lily!

  106. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you!! πŸ™‚

  107. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you Ana!! πŸ™‚

  108. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    I agree!! I’m so excited to think of different ways to wear it.

  109. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    You are so right! We were destined to be together, hehe Thank you Yasmin! πŸ™‚

  110. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thanks girl! πŸ™‚

  111. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thanks Jalisa! I definitely liked that it edged up this dress too and the sweater Claire is wearing is one of my faves cuz its soooooo soft (and to be honest, I also love it because it hides spit up and such wonderfully, hehe).

  112. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you!! πŸ™‚

  113. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you Nicky!

  114. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    That’s awesome! Sometimes its a blessing when a store has a hardcore return policy – helps make a decision for us! lol

  115. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you! πŸ™‚

  116. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thanks Kyanna!! πŸ™‚

  117. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you love!

  118. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thanks girl! Of course you will!

  119. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you! πŸ™‚

  120. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you so much!! We sure will! πŸ™‚

  121. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thanks girl! Yea thats what I was just thinking about too!! πŸ™‚

  122. 2.2.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you!! πŸ™‚

  123. 2.2.16
    Christina said:

    Love the monochrome outfit! Super cute jacket. Also the mural you took photos in front of is so beautiful!

    Christina
    http://www.asentimentaladventure.com

  124. 2.8.16
    Brooke & Erica said:

    Thank you!! πŸ™‚ I love this mural too – had always wanted to use it for pics.

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