There’s something chic about wearing a cape. At this time of year it’s not a constant but for in between the wet and very cold weather for those “off days” you can certainly pull it off (or on).
I think it’s a must in a woman’s wardrobe.
On the Autumn/Winter 2014 catwalk scene capes were coveted in a big way – check the Burberry (think trench and blanket style), Saint Laurent (tartan button-down) and Valentino (embroidered, shin-length) shows for a heads up on how to wear yours.
Shown here are some of my favourite caped crusaders.
And as a serious style maven, it’s no surprise that Sarah Jessica Parker got her hands on one of Burberry’s much sought after monogrammed capes.
I’ve always loved the idea of tying my coat with something other than the belt it originally came with.
You can get creative here too. For instance, in the past I’ve used long scarves & a long thin leather studded boot-belt accessory to tie light coats and shirts and even a removable long patent purse handle (which sounds kind of strange). Here are a few other examples which are ideal:
Best Looks: From left to right, Reed Krakoff, Altuzarra, Max Mara, Edun, Paul Smith. Photo – Garance Dore. She says: “This idea of tying them with a tiny belt or string or ribbon (or whatever you can find?! ) is a fun way to play with proportions and keep your coat closed!” I agree.
Yes, but I must admit I’m a bit colour shy after having had many a colourful coat. There was a beautiful long soft leather fuschia (yup – that was an expensive mistake), an ankle length red wool coat, a mid length purple wrap coat and a shorter yellow cashmere coat (It was a mistake letting that one go). Then I got tired of all the colour, went back to safe ‘go-with-anything’ neutral toppers and stuck with that. So while they’re not the most exciting choices out there right now I know that in a year or five years from now I can still wear them. The coloured ones felt a bit dated…..of course until now.
Club Monaco – $495.00
Blame the designers. They draw you in, get you to drop lots of $$$ on every colour out there and then fade back to black. This year they’re on a monochromatic kick, matching coats to the clothes underneath (I refuse), so pick one vivid hue – whether it be scarlet, taxicab yellow, hot pink or purple – and run with it. Since you’re dealing with loud shades, keep everything else quiet. That means clothes with minimal prints, simple shoes and a few accessories.
Bonus – if you end up checking your coat it will sure be easier to find, but why bother? Why miss a chance to make a memorable entrance? For me, I’ll check my black/grey/navy/camel coat at the door and wear a vibrant bodysuit underneath….perhaps.
I’m just annoyed that I let go of all my colourful cover ups.
These coats make you welcome the colder weather. Just don’t make the mistake of buying too many.
If you do buy one, which colour would you choose? For me it would be red or yellow or purple or fuschia.
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