As part of my “preppy” element for this year’s wardrobe, I decided to add one long-awaited piece: the elusive JCrew Bella jacket from 2007. I basically hunted it down on ebay through an amazing JCrew seller – she still has a size 4 available right here. I’ve regretted not buying this jacket for 3+ years. Just haven’t been as wowed by a blazer since this one.
It’s probably a fashion faux pas to wear an older style, but I don’t care. I’m deeming it “vintage Crew” and adding it as a winter wardrobe staple.
I wore it on my way to meet up with a friend last week.
There was something about this jacket that really drew me in…couldn’t exactly figure out what it was. When I attempted to explain to my husband the reasoning behind buying a four-year-old piece of clothing, I just laughed and said, “it’s the same fabric and color Scarlett wore when she went to persuade Rhett.” But then I started to wonder…is it possible that JCrew borrowed some inspiration from this classic? The color, the collar, the fabric…
Of course only Vivien Leigh can wear a curtain, look gorgeous and lure in a man all at once.
Revisiting the topic of movies and their color significance, green was a power color for Scarlett in just about every scene of Gone with the Wind. That’s a topic I could turn into a mega post…but I’ll spare you for now ; ) Green was certainly a a great shade for Ms. Leigh.
While I could never attempt to look anywhere near this fabulous in green, much less any color, I can’t help but feel a little sassy when I wore my new Bella. Thanks Ms. Scarlett.
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Oh, I LOVE that jaket! You look gorgeous, Seleta. Great color on you. Of course, you look stunning in any and everything! I also like your blouse you’re wearing. It looks like it has a small ruffle down the front? Is that a JCrew? I guess it was meant to be for you to have that jacket if you were able to still find one after 3 years. Good for you!
You are beautiful! Like a modern day Scarlet, without all the drama of course. :) Love the color on you and how you styled it with the same color as the model.
It’s a lovely jacket Seleta and I don’t think it matters one bit as long as you are happy in it – and you look wonderful in that photo!
Love the color. Looks great on you. I may have to check our this e-bay seller.
i know what drew you it…it looks fabulous on you!! what a fun jacket :-) happy thursday!
Totally vintage Crew!!! I often sigh at Crew’s prices, but I am still wearing Crew clothes that I purchased YEARS ago. Love them and love the jacket!
That jacket! It’s so gorgeous. Glad you finally got it!
So pretty! And love the Gone with the Wind connection!
Oh I love it! You look gorgeous in it. And isn’t it the best when you find a great ebay seller?! Have a wonderful day :) Annemarie
Oh great find! I am so impressed you were able to track it down! And who cares if it’s not from “this season” – great clothes never go out of style.
Hey! I LOVE this jacket! Suits you perfectly:) Miss ya and hope you’re doing well!
I love this jacket! I would be still be lusting after it too!
Happy you were finally able to get your jacket! It is adorable and looks great!
You look gorgeous in it! I know exactly what you mean by being wowed by a blazer: I bought two (one black and one teal) when they came in 2007. Still love’em both.
You look absolutely gorgeous in your new jacket! That shade of green is perfect for you. It’s a classic and can be worn for many years to come. Great find, Seleta! It was meant to be!
I. Love. This. Jacket.
I want one, and I would get it in a heartbeat if I had an extra $150 lying around. Unfortunately, I have to spend that money {that I don’t have, of course} on a bridesmaids dress…but hey, at least I’ll be able to wear it again. Right?
Thanks for posting a picture from my favorite movie ever too :)
xoxo,
Joelle
I love the color! I just need to say that you have amazing skin. Have you ever done a post or talked about your daily skincare routine or what products you like? I’d love to hear from you on that!
love it! looks fab! pam
Yea for ebay!!! Great jacket… and the color looks great on you!
love love love it!!! I want one!!!
You look as gorgeous as always but my oh my goodness, you look fabulous in green. You’ve inspired me to look for a “special” jacket for this coming winter instead of my normal black.
It’s wonderful and looks so pretty on you…great purchase!!
I have the Bella in orange tweed! Love it, still have it, wore it last weekend with some dark, skinny, Tory jeans and awesome open toe booties. Cute!
It is completely cool and stylish to wear 4 year old clothing and ROCK IT!!! Love it on you and I adore anything that is Scarlett-esque. Fab-o-lus!
Loooovvvve it! I do wish you would do a mega-post on GWTW–my fave! I think I’m becoming a big green fan.
How clever are you to hunt that down! It’s beautfiul. I love what the model has it on with too. I’d be tempted to hunt down her top and belt too, I think.
jbhat
Beautiful. Love it! Congrats on the find. I have a tendency to shy away from color when I’m shopping. Ridiculous habit when color is so eye-catching and pleasing.
And, PS, if our entire wardrobe is supposed to be current season I think most of us are in trouble!
Good move, you look great in that color!
I always have fun reading each and every one of your comments – and you all were especially kind with your words today. Thank you. : )
Looks like we all agree that great fashion is pretty timeless.
I’m working on a fun post for tomorrow…
Seleta
Ok…. you seriously have the most BEAUTIFUL SKIN!!!! Do you wear foundation? What are your secrets, sunscreen ??? I year ago I bought the blue and white Velvet blouse from Willow after I saw it on you in a post….( wore it at the Rye House Tour lunch with ER) now i want the green blazer…. BUT what I really think is that i just want to look like YOU!!! Dont worry, no SINGLE WHITE FEMALE here :)
I love it! And not a faux pas at all in my book, just the sign of a classic. Love that about J Crew – trendy, yes, but also timeless! :) Love it on you, Ms Leigh would be proud!!
Hey again. I wanted to share with commenter #30, Stephanie, that I did a post on my skincare regime right here:
http://www.simplyseleta.com/2010/02/beauty-post-part-two/
Thanks for your compliment, Stephanie. But my skin is actually more “problem” skin than anything – very dry, faded freckles and sun damaged from the 80′s, ha ha. But this moisturizer I use is unbelievable. It literally changes the look of your skin. Brace yourself, it’s crazy expensive, but all natural and literally works miracles on trouble skin like mine. I can make a whole container last one year because I only apply it at night. I just consider it a healthy alternative to something like expensive/ harsh chemical treatments.
Hope this helped!
Seleta
Green is your color!! It looks stunning on you and compliments your complexion and coloring beautifully. I was getting ready to ask about your skin routine also….I see the comment above though with a link. Going to check it out now!
I have lots of old J.Crew pieces that I still proudly wear. I’ve also tracked down past styles on Ebay as well. Their clothing is somewhat timeless so I say go for it!
Love the jacket! Old is better in my book because it has passed the test of time. You look every bit as gorgeious as vivian (and a bit similar).
That green looks gorgeous on you! LOVE that blazer…wish she had a 2..I’d snap it up.
FAB!!! Love the color — good choice! You’ll love it forever. Question, any suggestions on sunglasses…I like the ones you’re wearing in photo.
Thanks,
Kerry
Kerry – my sunglasses aren’t exactly glam, but they’re practical for coastal weather. Pretty sure they’re called Caballito by Costa Del Mar. I have them in shiny black. Here is a link if you’d like to check them out.
http://www.costadelmar.com/store/BVModules/ProductTemplates/Costa%20-%20Product%20Layout/Product.aspx?productid=b1f4dd4b-6843-4f21-8572-3e6babb176be
Seleta
Thanks — you’re the best!
The blazer is fab, and so are you in it. I agree with your thoughts regarding timeless looks; and, you are at least as beautiful as Vivien Leigh! (FYI, I channeled across the last part of the Miss America pageant and was surprised to see a lot of green gowns. ) xoxo
I’ve been lamenting not buying that blazer too! I love the color on you. I have a similar (but really, can anything compare to JCrew?) velvet blazer in black, but I would love this one in maroon…. off to ebay!
I have the Crew outlet version in the same color. LOVE it. Always get compliments on how it “brings out the green in my eyes”.
You look fabulous as always.
You should have told me you were searching for it…… I would have let you borrow mine! LOL.
Enjoy!
xoxo