How To Rock Denim Shoulder Pads Like Harper From ‘iCarly’

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The first four episodes of iCarly Season 3 are out now, and Harper’s (Laci Mosley) wardrobe is as electrifying as ever. She’s a fashion designer after all — it’s no wonder we’re obsessed with her closet.

Carly’s fun-loving best friend is a style chameleon known for experimenting with her looks. Think head-to-toe denim jumpsuits, bright blazers, and strappy lace-up pants.

Harper is also all about a dramatic sleeve, whether on a crop top, dress or jacket. 

Among Harper’s most notable looks of this season so far was a denim jacket with shoulder pads, which she sported to Spencer’s axe throwing bar, Sister Axe 2, in episode two.

The piece is the perfect spring-to-summer (and summer-to-fall) transitional piece. It’s casual enough for a stroll down a beach boardwalk, and dramatic enough for date night.

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The actual piece Harper sported is a sold-out structured shoulder jacket from Balmain that costs $1088. But don’t worry: we found some on-trend affordable options. Shop the look for less below to channel your inner fashion savant.

AMEBELLE Jean Jacket for Women Long Puff Sleeve Distressed Crop Denim Jackets Top, $33

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This jean jacket screams Harper. It comes in multiple classic colors to match other items in your closet: white, black, light blue, and dark blue.

Omoone Women’s Ripped Puff Sleeve Denim Crop Top Long-Sleeve Cropped Jean Jacket, $30-35

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A denim jacket with effortless destruction. This distressed vintage style with frayed hem details adds an edge to any look.

GRLFRND Frankie Padded Jean Jacket, $173

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This piece is practically an exact replica. Like Harper’s look, it’s a light-wash jacket with two breast flap pockets and layered shoulders with padded detail.

Veronica Beard Hartford Strong Shoulder Jacket, $224

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Photo: Veronica Beard

Stand out in this cropped denim design with the same signature strong shoulders. Pair it with a long black jumpsuit and shoulder bag like Harper, or keep it casual with a matching denim skirt and mini backpack.

Retrofete Ada Puffed Shoulder Denim Jacket, $320

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Photo: Bloomingdales

Channel the character in this variation: it features more of a puff sleeve than a shoulder pad, and ¾ rather than full-length sleeves.

New episodes of iCarly air Thursdays exclusively on Paramount+ ($5/month).


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