I Refuse to Wear Maternity

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This post was brought to you by DownEast Basics.

 

DownEast Basics gave me a great sweater jacket to review & I have to admit, I’ve worn it every day since I’ve bought it. It’s made out of soft, hoodie-like material so it feels like I’m cozying up in my favorite hoodie, but it’s considerably more polished.

I’m particularly in love with the jewel tone of this coat. The product image on DownEast Basics’ site looks more cobalt, but the actual color has more indigo in it. That made a huge difference to me. I love the deep blue in this jacket!

Overall, I’m in love with this jacket. It’s not the kind of jacket I would wear when it’s below freezing outside, but it is surprisingly warm and perfect for this cooler fall weather. The fit is snug, so I would suggest going up a size if you plan on layering it with sweaters or cardigans underneath.

 

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    1. Dari P says:

      The sweet dreams skirt is cute. I would probably wear it with a colorful top and a scarf or cardi.

    2. jaime says:

      I love love love your jacket!!!

    3. Emily says:

      Gorgeous pictures!

      I like the Know When to Fold Jacket in Hawaiian Ocean too!

    4. I would love to have the Know When to Fold Jacket – Plantation. I’ve been searching for the perfect brown coat for a very long time!:) I’d wear it with jeans and black boots.

    5. meredith says:

      i love their mural dress, basic t’s, jackets, flower cardigans … pretty much a lot of their stuff i adore! happy birthday!!

    6. Amy says:

      I love the cupid cardigan. I’m a big fan of layering and it would look great with a cute long sleeve shirt under it for the winter.

    7. stacy says:

      i think i would pick the infatuation cardigan since it would probably fit over my belly bump for awhile!

    8. christina says:

      i was just checking out that jacket the other day! i would LOVE one, plus, i’m pregnant, too, so now i know it will fit my pregnant belly this winter!

    9. joanna says:

      Know When to Fold Jacket- Hawaiian Ocean.. . you make it looks so cute!

    10. joanna says:

      Know When to Fold Jacket.. . you make it looks so cute!i’d wear it with jeans. . . anything really…

    11. Robin Kernes says:

      I would chose the Infatuation Cardigan in chateau gray. It would go with jeans or a skirt or over a dress. I could wear it to church or to do errands.
      I wanted to mention that I love that you are always modest and I love seeing websites like this that I can actually chose anything from rather then being limited to only a quarter of their skirts because they are so short.

    12. amanda ann says:

      i like the cupid sweater, i would probably wear it over long sleeves for winter with leggings and boots.

    13. How do you get so many comments so fast? Wow. I love the jacket and want just that. :)

    14. Melanie P says:

      I love that jacket too! I’m torn between the blue and the brown, though. Wool is so itchy but I love the peacoat look, and this seems like the perfect blend of the two.

    15. Libby says:

      I love the abstract skirt. And, well, now that it’s fall/winter, it’d be perfect with boots!

    16. Tori says:

      Love downeast! Great giveaway! :)

    17. Margaret says:

      The Know When to Fold Jacket, in Plantation. You make it look gorgeous!! I would definitely wear it with skinny jeans, some boots I thrifted this weekend, and a floral top. And throw in a colored sweater underneath if necessary, but it does look warm! Thanks for getting us into DownEast! Modest and beautiful (:

    18. Linn says:

      I’ve always wanted that jacket!!! OH I love that material! Of coarse it looks fab on you!!

    19. Jenni says:

      I’d buy the frosted flower cardigan in plum. I’d wear it with a tshirt + jeans + boots
      Ps happy birthday to you and your blog!

    20. Jan says:

      I like the jacket you are wearing :) I wear a lot of sweaters but really have wanted a peacoat. Whoever thought of a peacoat sweater is a genius! Fun!

    21. Oh my goodness I LOVE the know when to fold jacket! The hard part is deciding which color to choose! I would probably pair it with my new skinny jeans.

    22. Leslie says:

      I’m with some of the above commenters. I love the frosted flowers cardigan! I’m somewhat obsessed with cardigans. I feel like they go well with everything! The jacket is super adorable too!

    23. Lydia says:

      I absolutely love the “Know When to Fold Jacket- Plantation”

    24. jenni o says:

      I like the Oh La La Overcoat, but I wish it came in that deep blue color!

    25. Suzy B. says:

      I love their colors… I think my favorite piece is the “cherish” top. To hide my big ole baby belly!

    26. Casey says:

      oh oh! i LOVE that jacket! i’d get it in “plantation” though :)

      and if i don’t win, i might just go ahead and buy it anyways!

    27. Maria says:

      i think the know when to fold jacket is one of the cutest items on the site! i would wear it over a dress with tights and boots. i like the Plantation color a lot!

    28. lane C says:

      Happy Birthday! Love it…you look like one cute pregnant lady!!

    29. Morgan says:

      Their outerwear and skirts are so SO lovely. How could I ever decide?!?

    30. Amanda says:

      Cute stuff! I like the Know When to Fold Jacket in Hawaiian Ocean and would wear it with pretty much anything….

    31. Adrienne says:

      So hard to pick just one thing! I would (and usually do) buy everything. I’m really loving the Know When to Fold Jacket that you’ve got on. Super cute!!!

    32. Evee Mahler says:

      I’d pick the Grecian Goddess Dress and pair it with printed tights and boots.

      P.S. You are the cutest pregnant lady ever!

    33. Kirsten says:

      soooo cute! plus you’re just the cutest pregnant human ever.

    34. Becky says:

      I actually love the jacket you reviewed! But I also like the Formal Flowers dress. :]

    35. Kristen says:

      the union jacket sets my heart a pitter patter. If I were daring, I’d wear it with my tie and a sultry little white top. And jeans. And boots. Oh, man, I LOVE autumn!!

    36. Sada says:

      I am loving the Perfect Peplum Jacket!

    37. Christine says:

      I love the jacket you are wearing! I would probably get the same thing, or else one of their cardigans.

    38. Meredith says:

      Thanks for the great giveaway! I love the Your Highness Dress and the Oh La La Overcoat. Their jewelry is awesome too!

    39. Julie S. says:

      I love the Infatuation Cardigan and would pair it with all my short sleeved shirts because it is COLD here in MN!

    40. Melissa says:

      I LOVE this jacket! It looks so comfortable! I think it would look cute with some fun patterned leggings :)

    41. Amanda says:

      Congratulations on three years!

      I’d go for the Union Jacket jacket because somehow in the last few years I’ve almost hoarded more coats than I have shoes, haha. I’d wear it with…a super girly skirt.

    42. ElaineMicheline says:

      I LOVE LOVE LOVE the “know when to fold ” , the “perfect peplum jacket” and the “ooh la la overcoat” …wait did you say we could love more than one? Great giveaway!

    43. I love the Perfect Peplum Jacket- Heather Grey. I love the 3/4 sleeves and the color even though it is named after me. It looks perfect for fall or spring, or lots of layers for winter. I’d wear it with a long sleeved black shirt underneath, my fave jeans, and my black oxfords. It’s a jacket that can go with anything!

    44. rachelle says:

      Wow, I was just looking at my fall down east catalog and loving everything!! My top pick is the Grecian Goddess Dress. You outfit is cute too!

    45. Amy says:

      I love the jacket you got the best – Know When to Fold in Ocean. I think I’d wear that with just about everything…dresses, jeans. I’m trying to look more grownup but I love being comfortable, and that jacket is perfect.

    46. Emily says:

      Ooo. The Simple Silhouette dress in brown sugar for sure!

    47. lisa says:

      a cute and comfy coat? I’m in!

    48. Emily Harris says:

      The Bon Nuit Cardigan, with a nice cami underneath and a pair of skinny jeans.

      That jacket is so cute on you!!

    49. Chrissie Vaughn says:

      I REALLY like the Perfect Peplum Jacket in Grey. It’s very cute and has a hoodie, which makes it even more stylish!

    50. Aynna says:

      I want what you’re wearing! I would combine it with my skinny jeans, my new boots, a scarf and my pearl snap button shirt. I hope I win this!

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