The Perfect Quilted Fall Jacket

I love a versatile jacket for fall and winter, especially while I am traveling. When you travel, it’s important to pack clothing items that are practical. There is no room in my suitcase for impractical clothing. When I am at the airport baggage check, I hold my breath every time my suitcase gets set on the scale. I recently ordered this Appleseed’s diamond quilted jacket which was ideal for my travels back to Illinois in late October and early November. It’s lightweight, yet warm. Plus, the quilting detail gives you a streamlined silhouette. The sleeves are cut loose to allow you the option to layer a heavy sweater or a cotton shirt underneath. And I love the stylish features like the navy corduroy trim on the collar and pockets which give it an equestrian appeal. Not to mention that it is machine washable!

I also ordered this long sleeve houndstooth mock neck shirt as I thought it would match nicely with the jacket. Did you ever wonder how houndstooth got its name? Houndstooth is a checked pattern with a Scottish origin. The uneven lines were inspired by the uneven shape of a hound dog’s teeth. Originally it was created in black and white. However, since that time it has been seen in many other colors. You can look here to see the other colors this Appleseed’s shirt is available in. 

On this brisk autumn day, I wore this jacket to go shopping with my daughter Brittany in downtown Geneva. Geneva is a quaint little Illinois town in the western suburbs of Chicago. This historic little downtown area has so much to offer with it’s sweet shops, specialty stores and restaurants. I can spend hours walking up and down third street and main street. With that said, we were in and out of stores all day long. When I shop, I don’t want to wear a heavy coat. I want something that is lightweight and doesn’t weigh my shoulders down. This jacket is a perfect lightweight jacket for those between early fall and late spring weather. I am wearing a size small which fits true to size for me. 

Thank you to Appleseed’s for partnering on this post!