So apparently capes are very on-trend for this fall. No, not capes like Superman would wear, but capes like this:
1. Alfani Plus Size Jacket, Belted Poncho – Macy's $189
2. Sejour Faux Leather Trim Cape – Nordstrom $158
3. Centigrade Zip Front Cape with Faux Leather Trim – QVC $61
4. KUT From the Cloth Double Breasted Cape – Nordstrom $88
I really like all of these, but didn't want to spend too much on something I might not wear very much. Yesterday, I took a trip to TJ Maxx, where I normally don't have much luck with clothes. I came across a cape that was $29.99, and scooped it up. I thought because of the volume on the top, I should pair with a narrower bottom. I can't decide if it's the cut of the cape, the proportion of it, or the bottoms that are not making me feel so fab in it:
It had a popped collar, so I felt I needed to pose with it- ha! And look at the pup with part of her pumpkin halloween costume on- ROFL.
Seven7 skinny jeans
Lane Bryant platform booties (last year)
Cape from TJ Maxx – Fenn Wright Manson brand
I think the cut just isn't super flattering. If it was wider and longer with a straight-across hem, it would probably be better with the skinny jeans. I think it's going back.