
I’m constantly inspired. Everywhere I go, I see something that reminds me of how beautiful the mundane can become. I guess I truly do see style in everything! The other day, I did something that is very uncommon for me. I went out to walk in one of my favorite parts of the city – alone. That might not seem unusual, but as someone who works from home, I don’t go out all that often, unless it’s to meet a friend for coffee, do a photoshoot, or grab some food with my fiancé. I rarely go out to do anything by myself except run errands, so taking this opportunity to just walk the quiet streets and enjoy the cool weather that is wrapping up autumn in RVA was really wonderful. I sat in my favorite bookshop and watched the store’s pet cat. I rifled through vinyls at the coolest record store in town. I even got a chance to scout locations for upcoming photoshoots. Throughout the day, I realized just how lucky I am to call RVA my home. I always envy New Yorkers with their SoHo photo backgrounds, or my friends in LA who have constant beach excursions. However, when it comes down to it, I truly do love that I can bring my own style and flair to the streets of Richmond. I can rock some chic street style or go full-on boho … and maybe I don’t “fit in” but what would be the fun in that, anyway?
The next day, I met up with my beautiful and talented photographer, Sarah (if you’re not following her on Instagram yet, you should be – she’s the bees knees), in the same part of town, to take some photos. The results were some of the most fun and colorful I’ve ever gotten to share on the blog. I had originally envisioned something very Pinterest-esque, with tall city buildings behind me while I strutted along in my bodysuit, high-waisted denim, and embroidered leather jacket. Instead, I got something even better, when we spotted a vibrantly-painted restaurant. It made my more simple ensemble stand out in the best way, encouraging the street style vibes I’ve had a love affair with all along.
If you’re looking to wow with your outerwear this winter, I highly suggest picking up this jacket. It mimics the well-known BLANKNYC embroidered moto, but while the price is less than half, the quality remains equal. If you’re not big on jewelry, an embellished jacket is an excellent way to go, because it gives the appearance that you added accessories, without the effort. I seem to find myself picking up more and more leather and moto jackets each year, and sometimes I wear them in place of a coat, when the weather is more agreeable and I just need that “third piece” to give my outfit a little pizzazz! I’m looking forward to finding ways to incorporate this jacket into my holiday looks this year! How would you wear it?
Outfit Details
jacket ($67) | similar bodysuit | pants ($75) | similar booties | similar bag
Photos by Sarah Schultz-Taylor Photography









This jacket is so good! I love the embroidery!
The embroidery on that jacket makes it so unique! I love it!
so pretty! love this jacket!
xo megan
This jacket is absolutely amazing on you and I adore all your photos, they are just beautiful in your city! I need to get an embroidered moto jacket ASAP! I would totally throw this on over a cute dress!!
The cutest embroidered jacket I ever did see!! I seriously hope embroidery NEVER goes out of style!
xo,
Alice
Cute denim and I love that bag!
This jacket is so good! I love the embroidery!
The embroidery on that jacket makes it so unique! I love it!
Love your jacket, gorgeous floral detail! Love how you dressed it down with casual denim! Beautiful look! xo, Nelli
so pretty! love this jacket!
xo megan
This jacket is absolutely amazing on you and I adore all your photos, they are just beautiful in your city! I need to get an embroidered moto jacket ASAP! I would totally throw this on over a cute dress!!
The cutest embroidered jacket I ever did see!! I seriously hope embroidery NEVER goes out of style!
xo,
Alice
Cute denim and I love that bag!
Love your jacket, gorgeous floral detail! Love how you dressed it down with casual denim! Beautiful look! xo, Nelli
Love, love, love this outfit and the embroidered detailing on your jacket! Ordering these booties and denim, now!
Dear Stephanie,
That’s the thing. I’m based in both London and Stockholm and I hear you. In Stockholm everyone is freaking beautiful, but dress very similarly and in London everyone either dresses really bad or stands out way much so it’s fun to be the outsider and bring your own flair to a “small” town (not saying neither London nor Stockholm are small haha). As for your pictures I love them as they show us a whole new side of you! One that I truly like!
Thomas xx
Such a cute look! The booties are so awesome!
Love, love, love this outfit and the embroidered detailing on your jacket! Ordering these booties and denim, now!
Dear Stephanie,
That’s the thing. I’m based in both London and Stockholm and I hear you. In Stockholm everyone is freaking beautiful, but dress very similarly and in London everyone either dresses really bad or stands out way much so it’s fun to be the outsider and bring your own flair to a “small” town (not saying neither London nor Stockholm are small haha). As for your pictures I love them as they show us a whole new side of you! One that I truly like!
Thomas xx
Such a cute look! The booties are so awesome!
I absolutely LOVE this look on you! The fit on those jeans is amazing. You look look bad ass hahaha
The jacket is totally my favorite. I mean that embroider is super lux!
xx
Iliana | http://www.sophisticatedfashionista.com
This jacket is adorable! I am loving this look girl.
-xo, Azanique | http://www.lotsofsass.com
I am loving this whole look! Such a chic yet cool style here!
gosh i just can’t with these pictures!! that jacket is amazing, you nail street style every time!
I am loving this whole look! Such a chic yet cool style here!
I love that jacket! It’s super cute!
Liz
http://Www.lizzieinlace.com
gosh i just can’t with these pictures!! that jacket is amazing, you nail street style every time!
LOVE this jacket!
Xo Mindy amixofmin.com
I’m so obsessed with the touch of embroidery. It really elevates and adds a feminine touch to an otherwise classical edgy piece.
XOXO, Cassie Rea
http://www.cassierea.com
I love that jacket! It’s super cute!
Liz
http://Www.lizzieinlace.com
Still can’t believe I’ve never owned an embroidered moto. This one is just gorgeous! So glad you and your photographer were able to take some colorful photos!
I LOVE the jacket! and those boots are going on my wishlist right now!
Still can’t believe I’ve never owned an embroidered moto. This one is just gorgeous! So glad you and your photographer were able to take some colorful photos!
Love the embroidery on your leather jacket. Makes it such a unique piece!
April | http://www.thebluehydrangeas.com
Ok, how cute are you?! glad I found your blog!
Ok, how cute are you?! glad I found your blog!
The jacket is gorgeous! I love leather jacket + distressed jean combos!
You picked an incredible location to shoot this jacket! I love the embroidered flowers:)
xoxo, Hannah
I love that jacket and it’s such a great price too!! Such a great outfit and love those high waist jeans. They fit your perfectly!
xo, Laura
http://www.have-need-want.com
That jacket paired with distressed jeans give me life! SO CUTE and rebellious!
The jacket is gorgeous! I love leather jacket + distressed jean combos!
I love that jacket and it’s such a great price too!! Such a great outfit and love those high waist jeans. They fit your perfectly!
xo, Laura
http://www.have-need-want.com
I know what you are saying, sometimes I look at NY and LA backdrops and think I am missing out! But you’re right, there is beauty everywhere and in every city, town, village, around the world. I love your backdrops and your jacket too!!
XOXO
Cathy
That jacket is gold– I LOVE IT!
That jacket is gold– I LOVE IT!
Well you know the background is only as good as the subject in front of it 😉
the embroidery is so fun and i LOVE your bag!
the embroidery is so fun and i LOVE your bag!
This jacket is adorable! I am loving this look girl.
-xo, Azanique | http://www.lotsofsass.com
I’m so obsessed with the touch of embroidery. It really elevates and adds a feminine touch to an otherwise classical edgy piece.
XOXO, Cassie Rea
http://www.cassierea.com