American Eagle Military Jacket

Saturday, December 01, 2012

I went on a jacket shopping spree this past month, and am currently eyeing a third. Someone talk some sense into me, please?

Up first is the American Eagle military jacket in olive, size XS (sold here / tag info) with faux-leather sleeves. I initially ordered this jacket on Black Friday in size S, but eventually exchanged it for my normal size at AE. Size S was slightly bigger and longer overall, which didn't look bad, but felt I already have a similar fitting jacket from Zara, so I wanted this to be more fitted.

I like the two-tone combination of olive green with the black faux-leather sleeves. They're both neutral and dark colors, so the contrast isn't too jarring. I was pleasantly surprised to find the faux-leather to be so soft to the touch with a nice thickness. I also didn't notice a smell, which is another plus.

I do wish the jacket was released earlier in the season because temperatures are dropping everyday. I wore the outfit below when out and about in low 50s weather and felt fine. Any colder and I'll have to swap for a thicker jacket.

Other details that I didn't capture through photos include a drawstring waist (that I won't be using unless I want a peplum shape), front zipper as well as button closure, and epaulette tabs on shoulders.

Quick measurements:
- Sleeve length is 24.5" (love the longer length)
- Shoulder-to-shoulder is 14.5"
- Length measured from the back is 18.5" (front is slightly longer)

The jacket comes in sizes XXS-XXL (tag info) and should still be in stores, though quantities may be limited.

sunglasses: Walmart aviator (similar)
scarf: gift from SewPetiteGal (custom order through her Etsy shop)
jacket: American Eagle military (recent - may still be in stores)
top: Gap Pure longline tunic (sold here)
belt: J.Crew (this season's sold here)

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20 comments

  1. I almost bought this jacket on black friday! I love it!

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  2. i love your boots and the bag in this color!!
    kisses from milano
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  3. The jacket fits you nicely! I'm of no help in stopping you from shopping! Haha. But all your old stuff always look new and wonderful like I'm loving SPG's scarf all over again!

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  4. I love that jacket! I wanted to get it but it was OOS in XS online and in stores around me. Will be living vicariously through you!

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    1. I'll keep my eyes out for XS for ya! I actually exchanged my S for the last one in store, which just happened to be a XS. I should've gone out and bought a lottery ticket that night! Oh wells :)

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  5. great look as usual. :)

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  6. The jacket looks lovely on you. I like how it has the 2 colours making it very versatile :-)

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  7. That jacket looks cool on you. Casual but chic outfit. Hope (actually I really do hope for me too) nice weather lasts long so that you can enjoy that jacket longer!

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  8. what a great jacket! if i can figure out a way to wear this to the office, i'll get it.. racks brain... LOL

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    1. P, if you can wear leather leggings to work, you sure can rock this jacket!

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  9. Love the mixed media jacket! I have a very similar one from Zara (that of course came with a Zara price tag) that I absolutely love. It took a while to get over the leather smell of the sleeves, but I think it's actually my favourite jacket!

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    1. I think I remember that jacket! It's a bit longer, right? I already have a feeling this jacket is going to be one of my favs :)

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  10. very nice
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  11. stop! i love everythg. i wishlisted this item as well. they dont sell XXS in stores though, so hopefully your readers know that.

    i can't take it. these riding boots are oh so lovely.

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    1. I didn't know stores only went down to XS. Boo! No worries, I'll keep my eyes out for XXS for ya!

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  12. great! thanks for this review. I've been debating to buy this jacket as well, I fell in love with it when I first saw it. Great review and great outfit

    Thanks :)

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  13. Hey! I'm thinking about purchasing this jacket as well but I don't know what size I should order. I'm around a 36D but I have quite thin arms. Could you recommend a size? Thanks!

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    1. Ahh, that's a tough one. I'd say go by AE's online size chart. I'm a 32A and and can zip up the XS.

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    2. Thank you so much! Didn't even see the size chart ahah -_-

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