Alex Davies

Easy Elevated Everyday Style

What if walking up to your closet filled you with creative possibility instead of that "ugh" feeling? I want to help you make clothes a source of inspiration and a way to embrace your body every day. 

All About ABLE - Bailey Jean Jacket Outfits

Alex Davies • Apr 14, 2023

Changing the Future of Fashion

Outfit links and discount code below. Just keep scrolling ;-)

When shopping helps change an industry and solve the problem of poverty, it's the best kind of feel good retail therapy.


ABLE will always have a special place in my heart. They were the first clothing brand to partner with me and the first brand that opened my eyes to the  injustices that sometimes feel like an integral part of the fashion industry but don't have to be. 


The seeds of ABLE were planted in 2008 when its founders began selling handwoven scarves to help Ethiopian women leaving the sex trade establish new lives and provide for themselves and their families.
The ABLE mission was born to create sustainable solutions through poverty and move the fashion industry forward. 


Fashion is a global industry with a majority of female workers. But unfortunately in most fast fashion production, it’s incredibly rare for factory workers to receive a living wage and safe working environment.
When women around the world are provided with safe fair trade jobs, they can transform not only their families' lives but their entire communities. 


ABLE is truly unique in how it is revolutionizing the fashion industry and creating a solution to poverty as well as dignified careers for women around the world in India, Mexico, and even right here in the US. All their jewelry collections are made in Nashville TN, and the stories of the women who have changed their own lives while learning new skills and establishing careers in the jewelry studio are so inspiring.

The Bailey Classic Jacket

Denim jackets are a hallmark of American fashion originating in the 1800s as a chore jacket for cowboys and ranchers developed by the iconic Levi Strauss. They’ve since evolved over the decades from boxy massively oversized 80s jackets to the tiny cropped fitted Y2K version. 


A denim jacket is a versatile forever piece. (A friend told me yesterday, she’s still wearing hers from high school!) 


There aren’t very many items that I’d say every closet needs because we are all so unique and so is our personal style. But a jean jacket is definitely up there as a piece that most of us will wear over and over again. 


Right now we are seeing jean jackets trend back toward those boxy boyfriend oversized fits. 
The current trend toward baggy 80s and 90s style trucker jean jackets is so fun, but it's not the easiest to style effectively. I also don’t expect this trend to stand the test of time. (Feel free to comment below if you disagree. I'd love to hear your thoughts!)


That’s why I think the Bailey is such a better investment. It’s a classic cut and slightly cropped just above the hip to help elongate your frame. It pairs easily with both pants and dresses/skirts. The soft fabric makes it a comfy go to that I reach for on the daily.


A classic jean jacket is always a staple, and that’s why I love the cut on the
timeless Bailey jacket. I recommend ordering one size up for a more modern fit and and extra room for layering. I like being able to layer a sweater underneath to extend the wearability of my jean jacket to all four seasons.


The fabric on the Bailey is ABLE's signature blend of cotton and lyocell for a super soft, perfectly worn in feeling. This also makes it easy to cuff the sleeves without tons of bulk. The wash is a faded blue without any actual distressing to make this jacket look like it's been your faithful friend for years already. This style also comes in a brand new white denim that is also 15% with my code!


Save 15% OFF the Bailey Classic Jacket Code: ALEX15


Maybe the best part? The Bailey is backed by ABLE's Lifetime Guarantee and Size Swap program. Read on to learn more...

Pro Tip: Sign up for ABLE Rewards to earn rewards $$ for future purchases. Click here to sign up. 

Amazing perks you don’t find shopping anywhere else:


Lifetime Guarantee - Every ABLE product is guaranteed for life. Which mean if it doesn’t live up to ABLE’s standard of quality and durability, they will repair or replace it for free. Read more here.


Size Swap - ABLE has a select range of products including the Bailey jacket that are part of their incredible Size Swap program. For the life of your piece, if you change sizes, ABLE will exchange your item for your new size. For investment pieces like a leather jacket, this is such an incredible assurance. Read more here.


Size Inclusivity - ABLE works hard to include every body. The collection extends from sizes XXS-3X. And they recently launched more sizes in their core denim collection.  Read more here.

Save 15% OFF the Bailey Classic Jacket this weekend only. Code: ALEX15


If there ever was a solid investment for your closet, it’s this jacket. A timeless style that's part of ABLE"s Lifetime Guarantee and Size Swap programs, this can be the last jean jacket you purchase. And since ABLE provides fair wages for women around the world, helping rescue them from poverty and transform their family’s lives and their communities, you’ll be investing in your closet and in women worldwide! That’s a pretty solid “investment piece.”


Here are some of the almost endless ways you can style the Bailey jacket.

Ways to Wear the Bailey Classic Jacket

Not sure which ABLE jacket style is best for you? Check out my comprehensive YouTube video comparing all three styles!

Thanks so much for reading! Feel free to leave questions and comments below!

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