Hacking jacket in sheer mint + plaid scarf in fuschia/green

Hacking Jacket in sheer mint (size 6):  J.Crew, here
Wool plaid scarf in fuschia/green:  J.Crew, fall 2012
Gray pinstripe pants (6 Tall):  Banana Republic, 2011
Collette pumps:  Tahari

No, of course I did not need another wool blazer.  You think that's going to stop me from grabbing a gorgeous hacking jacket, which retailed for $250.00, when it was on sale for $70?  Never! 

Hope you're having a great Monday!  I could not believe when the hacking jacket went to $99.99 last week on J.Crew's website with an additional 30% off!  I am still seriously considering buying the coral one as well, although I SO don't need a coral blazer.  The deal is just too awesome to pass up.  Now I know there were complaints that the quality of this year's hacking jacket is not as good as last year's.  I do own last year's in bright turquoise, and I guess I do see a difference in perhaps the thickness and texture of the wool.  But I still maintain that this year's version is gorgeous, and you're not going to find a better blazer at any mass retailer that is higher quality than this one.  The color, while not as saturated as I normally go for, is lovely and soft.  I see J.Crew is still offering the extra 30% as of today, so if you're in the market for a new blazer, definitely consider this one.  What a great price right now!

I had to run to Anthropologie yesterday to exchange a sweater, and of course I popped into J.Crew since it's not too far down the mall.  I found this lovely plaid scarf in the clearance section, marked from $68.00 to $34.99 with an additional 30% off.  The colors in it are so pretty and match many of my coats and blazers.  It's a huge scarf, and it definitely kept me cozy today.  I don't see it online, but if you run across one in-store, check it out.  I know many of us share madness for plaid, and this scarf adds great visual interest to a winter coat or blazer!

Who else has scored a hacking jacket this year?  Thanks for visiting.