Wear Army-Style Jackets — Follow the Lead of Fashion Bloggers

Aside from leather moto jackets, there's another way to channel a more masculine and tougher vibe in your outfits: go the army route! Yes, hunter green parka jackets and camouflage prints are making a comeback.

If you remember, they were pretty big a few seasons ago, but the interest on army style dissipated. Lately, however, it looks like the fashion industry has renewed its fascination with military-inspired outerwear, so they're back in full force!

We are totally getting inspiration from the following fashion bloggers who are also smitten with the military trend:

1. Karla from KQ S Style

It's easy to love Karla's ingenious play on the army trend. You can tell she took inspiration from it, but her look is not overly masculine. She paired her jacket with earth-tone pieces to keep the look cohesive but threw in a hat for that extra edgy look.

2. Aika from Aika's Love Closet

Aika managed to make the camo jacket look chic by wearing it with denim shorts and a layered top. It also takes good accessories to make this look work. Aika threw in a pop of red with her bag and a little Perspex with her pair of shoes.

3. Flavia from Fashion Coolture

I suspect Flavia can wear a flour sack and make it look stylish. She looks polished from head to toe in an army-style jacket and a leather ensemble.

4. Marilyn from Messages on a Napkin

Marilyn layered a floral dress over a denim one, and then capped off the look with an army-style jacket! Very clever. It works, too! It's a wonderful summer style to covet if you are feeling a tad adventurous.

5. Meri from Meri Wild

Army jackets too warm for the summer? Try army vests like what Meri is wearing in this photo. She definitely had spunky and grungy in mind when she came up with this outfit as there are a lot of tough elements in it. Pile on accessories like statement necklaces and bracelets for a more street-style vibe to your army-inspired ensemble.

Inspired by these bloggers? You, too, can rock the army trend. Here are some pieces to snap up:

Kelly Wearstler Burrow Denim Blazer, $135

One Teaspoon Cry Tough Duffle Jacket, $152

Rag & Bone M15 Moto Jacket, $795

MINKPINK Patrol Anorak, $124

April, May Cami Camouflage Jacket, $198.80

Free People Printed Blazer, $64

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Is Nicole Scherzinger Getting Engaged Soon?

Nicole Scherzinger should be expecting some very good news soon from her beau of 5 years, Lewis Hamilton. In a recent interview with The Sun, the Formula One racer has announced his desire to ask for Nicole's hand in marriage after being together for 5 years. In the light of Hollywood's lightning-fast relationships, 5 years is quite a "milestone," as Lewis put it.

However, there have been reports of a breakup circulating, and we sure hope they're not true! Nicole certainly didn't look the part of a distraught ex-girlfriend when she showed up in a red pantsuit by Hugo Boss at The X Factor auditions at Mercure Holland House Hotel in Wales.

The X Factor judges were out to see the best of what Cardiff, Wales, has to offer on July 3. Sharon Osbourne, Louis Walsh, Gary Barlow, and Nicole Scherzinger enjoyed a rare sunny day in Cardiff. Nicole even tweeted, "The sun is shining down on us in Cardiff today, getting ready for @TheXFactor."

With her tanned skin and fit figure, Nicole is definitely one of the sexiest women out there today, especially when she is wearing red.

Nicole Scherzinger sharing a moment with fans at The X Factor audition in Cardiff, Wales, on July 3, 2013

Below are some awesome red jackets you may be interested in. Have a look:

DSQUARED2 Harley Chic Classic Jacket, $638

Bec & Bridge Romantico Blazer, $300

Helmut Lang Glossy Linen Jacket, $247.50

LAVEER Bomber Jacket, $325.50

Rebecca Minkoff Perforated Wes Leather Moto Jacket, $394

Credit: WENN

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Get a Taste of La Vie Parisienne with IRO Jackets

Who hasn't wondered what it would be like to be young and fabulous in Paris?

A visit to Paris is definitely on my bucket list! And even though the movie Ratatouille is the closest thing that's gotten me near the City of Lights, I will make it my life's mission to see the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, the Palace of Versailles, and the Eiffel Tower for real. It's been hundreds of years, and still, the best artists flock to the city to thrive. Painters a century ago and great fashion houses of today call Paris their home.

One such fashion house is IRO, which has captured the life of a young Parisian woman in its latest collection of jackets. They sport different personalities - sporty, glam, tough, laidback - and yet all are equally chic in their own ways.

IRO jackets are quite popular among celebrities, including Rachel Bilson, Kate Hudson, and Lea Michele, just to name a few.

Most of these are on sale, so check them out.

IRO Mulen Ribbed Combo Jacket, $796

IRO Han Leather Jacket, $1,260

IRO Paul Baseball Jacket, $402.50

IRO Longina Sequin Moto Jacket, $477.50

IRO Fiona Jacket, $154.80

Which one is your favorite?

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