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A/W 2012 Trend: Precious Coats

A/W 2012 Trend: Precious Coats
2012/07/30 Better Blueprint

Matches Fashion A/W Trend 2012: Coats

We all need a coat for winter (unless you reside in Florida or Arizona).  Technically your coat from last year should work just fine but if you want to be on-trend, then go for outerwear that offers a bit of embellishment that may be slightly more than you want for a daytime look, or an asymmetrical hemline.

What I love and hate about this trend:

  • (+) The coat would work for your evening affairs as well given it's slightly dressier
  • (+) Just everyone can participate since we need an overcoat
  • (-) It's a bit of overkill if you already have a coat you love
  • (-) It's an investment that will have you stunning them when you walk in but your outfit underneath needs to be equally fab!

Any/every designer or brand will create something to cover up, so choose wisely.  Our advice:

  1. Make sure your coat hits at least to mid-thigh to get maximum use
  2. The color camel will never go out of fashion but if you want bright/different, white or a jewel tone will create instant pop!
  3. To avoid looking like a wholly mammoth, ensure there is an element of fit (like a fitted upper half, or mushroom-shaped that comes in at the bottom)

I'm digging on these overcoats this year {although I'm not participating in this trend}:

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