Guaranteed badass? An entirely black outfit.
I love a black leather jacket because it goes with literally everything in your closet. Toss it on with jeans and sneakers, wear it over a dress to toughen it up, wear it in place of a blazer to give your work outfit some serious sass, the list goes on and on. I reached for this strong shoulder number a few weeks ago when I scored tickets to the Lady Gaga concert. (Thanks, Verizon! More on that below.) I went with an all-black ensemble: faded black jeans, a black tank, and busted-up black Jeffrey Campbell boots (so old; I love these more recent versions). Everything in this look is at least 4-5 years old because while I edit + recycle my closet often, I keep the faves around. (Don’t worry- I’ve linked similar versions below.)
Shop the look:
Thanks to my pal Parker Anderson for teaming up with me to shoot this look. Go check out his portfolio!
Lady Gaga in Kansas City with Verizon Up.
Verizon scored me third-row tickets + backstage access to the Lady Gaga show in Kansas City on November 15. What an amazing night! I’m a big Gaga fan (I still jam out to Just Dance when it comes on the radio) and have only seen her live once early in her career. The opportunity to see the Joanne Tour and meet her was too good to pass up!
The Verizon Up program is a new rewards program breaking the mold by offering once-in-a-lifetime experiences, VIP tickets to events, and everyday rewards. For me, that meant early access to the Sprint Center, where I got to eat dinner with Gaga’s band + dancers (the food spread was amazing; there was something for everyone, but I, of course, gravitated toward the really impressive cheese board), tour Gaga’s stage area (including the quick change areas her dancers use to switch outfits during the show and a lighting rig that weighed an astounding 20,000 pounds!), and mingle backstage where a private DJ and bartender got us ready for the show.
My seat was amazing– just look at that view! Gaga put on an incredible show (as if there were any doubt). This woman is a performer at her core and literally leaves it all on stage. She creates a safe, open space for her fans where they are free to be themselves. And the Sprint Center was rocking!
After the show, my VIP pals and I gathered backstage again where we got to have a little Q&A session with Gaga. Who she was backstage was so different from the performer we saw only minutes before; Gaga was quiet, thoughtful in her answers, and genuinely curious about whether or not we enjoyed the show. (Unanimous yes.) She fielded questions about her road to the Super Bowl last year (“We worked hard, of course– but people don’t understand: 13 minutes is nothing for us; we go hard for 2 hours every night. That’s what we do.”) and talked about how she’s driven to create music for herself, for her fans (“I’m not a celebrity; I’m an artist.”), and thanked us again and again for supporting her. She listened to people’s stories; there were so many Gaga superfans who just wanted to share with her how she’s impacted their lives. It was really moving to watch.
After our Q&A, we split into groups and got a picture with Gaga. So surreal!
A massive thank you to the Verizon team for sending me; make sure to check out the Verizon Up program and score your own once-in-a-lifetime experience!
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On this stunning look, what stole my heart is that boho necklace. Super style babe!
Nistha
https://www.fashionistha.com/winter-layering-in-summer-clothes/
Isn’t the necklace a stunner? I’m definitely bringing it through to fall + winter!
Oh Il ove the edge in this outfit. A leather jacket an all black is a simple yet genius combination. And lovely with Gaga!! Xx
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I was def shooting for edge, that’s for sure! Thank you!
I love the all black outfit. It looks so cute!!
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Thanks, Courtney!
Gaga picture turned out awesome! Still so jealous! ❤️
I wish I could’ve gotten you guys back with me- would’ve been EPIC!
That’s so awesome – what an amazingly fun time it looks like you had! And I am always a fan of an all black outfit – especially one that involves a killer jacket like this.
Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines
It was an awesome night- and this jacket is seriously one of my all-time faves!
A very nice total black outfit 😉
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Thank you!
What an amazing experience! I would have been gravitating towards the cheese board too, and that jacket was the perfect piece for such a fun night <3
Green Fashionista
Haha, give me all the cheese! And yes, it was an awesome night!
How fun!! You are so rocker chic and fit right in with her!
Shauna
http://www.lipglossandlace.net
Thank you so much, babe! It was a night to remember, for sure.
Nothing more bad ass than all black! What a fabulous experience, Gaga is amazing!
xx, Elise
http://www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com
Thanks, girlfriend!
Hello,
So cute ! WOOOW, i love Lady Gaga !!!
Sarah, http://www.sarahmodeee.fr/
It was SUCH a fun night!
Okay wow, such a VIP! How cool. And you look amazing in this all black look with your ultra blonde hair. Babe status!
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Thank you so much, AA! Yessss- the hair is def poppin’ against all that black!
First off you look amazing in this H to T outfit and this IS an out of the box program wow. Luck you!!
Allie of ALLIENYC
http://www.allienyc.com
Thank you so much, Allie! It was an amazing night!
WOW! What a fun experience!! That is amazing you got to meet her. And I love your perfect concert look.
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
She was a doll- and you know how I go all-black edgy for Gaga!
Oh wow, it looks like such an amazing time and your outfit is fab too!!
Have a lovely day 🙂
Rosanna x
Thanks, babe! It was so fun!
Looks really interesting, dear! Thanks a lot for sharing)
Thanks, Vika!
Wow!! So cool photos <33 It's really nice to see Lady gaga!! 🙂 Your jacket is perfect dear 🙂
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Thank you so much, lady!
What a fun experience!!! Your outfit was so perfect for that show and I love the ring detail.
xo| Cindy Elena
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Thanks so much, Cindy!
How awesome you got to get personal with her. That would have been such an experience. I love those JC booties. I still have a pair of those that I wear too hehehe! They’re one of my FAVE booties for sure. Also that song is one of my FAVES too.
Sxx
daringcoco.com
These booties are ol’ faves! I need to give ’em some love and polish them up, ha. Thanks for swinging by, babe!
All black everything. I love wearing black its chic and sexy and oh so easy. What a cute leather jacket. OMG I love GaGa!!! I bet that concert was amazeballs.
The concert was so awesome- I was so excited to go!
All black everything. I love wearing black its chic and sexy and oh so easy. What a cute leather jacket. OMG I love GaGa!!! I bet that concert was amazeballs.
OMG, sooo cool you got to “hang out” with Lady Gaga! She is such a talented artist and gives her 150% when on stage. Your look was totally on point, babe, all black and statement biker jacket = nailed it! Have a fab Tuesday, Ashley
Saida | She talks Glam
She really does give 150%! She’s amazing to see live, and it was so nice to meet her briefly backstage. Thanks, babe!
Cool jacket!
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Thanks, Dina!
this look is badass and so awesome you got to meet her. eeeeeek!
xo
Pinksole
She was SO DAMN COOL.
What a cool experience! Love, love , love the jacket! Great look!
Thanks, lady! It was such a fun night!
super beautiful rock look, love your jacket
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have an happy day
kisses
Thanks, babe!
I love the all black look and omg that sounds like such an amazing and unforgettable moment! So cool that you got to do that 🙂
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It was an amazing night, for sure! Thanks, Kathrine!
Ummm so jealous! Love Gaga! And love this cool edgy look!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
She is such a badass! Thanks, babe!
Love this outfit, so edgy and chic!
I’m in love with your bag and your jacket 🙂
– Marina
https://waitmarinawho.blogspot.tw/
Thank you so much!
Oh wow! I’m glad you got to experience VIP access. The jacket is everything!!!
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It was such a great night!
I love your biker jacket… and the look all black so cool…
Xoxo from Portugal
marisascloset.blogspot.com
Isn’t all-black so chic? Thanks, babe!
What a wonder !, sure you had a great time at the concert.
The look you wear is very cool.
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Thanks so much, lady!
Awesome !! You look fabulous.
Thank you!
This is one of my favorite look dear. You look stunning in black. What stole my heart is your jacket and boots. Love this look <3 Kisses <3
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I’m still in love with this jacket, years later. Those shoulders! 🙂
Amazing photos! I love wearing all black outfits too they look so chic and cool.
Abigail Alice x
All-black is just too much fun to wear!
Love your all black look! It’s got a great rocker chic vibe!
Rocker vibe is definitely the vibe I was going for!
Ok I am BEYOND jealous that you got to actually MEET GAGA! She is SO freakin’ talented! And you looked totally gorgeous–love that moto jacket!!
Rosy Outlook
She’s amazing, no doubt- it was an honor to be able to meet her! Thanks, girlfriend!
All black is my go to chic look. Love that you found all these pieces in your closet- my fave thing to do is make awesome looks with things I already own too! Sounds like an amazing experience. <3 Jamie
http://Www.mommyinflats.com
Yesss- remixing those closets to the max! Love playing that game. 🙂
OMG ! you had a lot of fun! love Gagaas well
Gros bisous
http://gallech.blogspot.com
Thanks so much!
You look great in this all-blak outfit. Looks like uou had amazing time.
Nina’s Style Blog
Thank you, Nina!
You are wearing my favorite color! Love that jacket!
~Samantha
http://goldcoastgirlblog.com
All-black everything, yessss!
Oh what an awesome experience–I bet she does put on a killer show! I love the look too–you can never go wrong with all black!
She totally does- it was an awesome night!
This is such an amazing look! You look amazing in all black.
Gemma x
http://www.jacquardflower.uk
Thanks, Gemma!
You picked the perfect jacket to go at a Lady Gaga concert !
So awesome, you met her !
I would love to see her in concert one day. It sounds amazing !
xx,
Margot
https://troughthepasturesofthesky.com/
She puts on such an amazing show! You should def see her if you have the chance!
lovely post!!
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Thank you!
First, that outfit is Bada** in the best way! you look great in all black! How fun to see lady Gaga and love the pic. i am watching the doc on nextflix about her.
thanks for linking!
jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
Badass was the goal, for sure! Thanks, lady!
Nothing says Gaga like a strong shoulder! And I love the bag you’re wearing, too. So cool that you got to take a photo with her as well.
Gaga is def the reigning queen of the strong shoulder, for surrrrre!
Head to toe black is literally my go to haha!!
You look fab girl!
xoxo
Steph
http://www.stephyttravels.com
It’s such a fun look to rock!
Beautiful look, I love the jacket and the bag
http://www.alessandrastyle.com
How fun that you got to see Lady Gaga! And, your jacket is fabulous 🙂
All black everything is goof-proof! And OMG Lady Gaga is such a great performer! So glad you got to see her live.
XO, Jessi
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