There’s one motive to be cheerful in regards to the colder climate — the approaching arrival of coat season. Along with purple wine and Strictly on the telly, wrapping up in cosy layers is considered one of autumn’s nice comforts.
I’ve spent years extolling the timeless advantages of traditional navy, black and camel cowl-ups. This yr, nevertheless, it’s all about daring colour.
On the autumn/winter catwalks, brights reigned supreme with designers showcasing collections in each colour of the rainbow. Valentino kicked off the development with a fuchsia parade, that includes belted overcoats with matching footwear and baggage. At Erdem, they got here in zesty orange, Elie Saab did maxi coats in forest inexperienced and London-based designer Eudon Choi went for double-breasted kinds in pillar-field purple.
A shiny coat is definitely a daring trend transfer. But it’s additionally a means to simplify your winter wardrobe — throw on an announcement layer, and no matter you’ve received on immediately feels extra present.
Left: Coat, £150, John Lewis; jumper, £150, Boden; trousers, £78, and loafers, £250, ME+EM. Centre: Coat, £325, and gown, £199, M&S; boots, £429, LK Bennett. Right: Coat, £49.99, H&M; knit, £89, Phase Eight; boots, £150, River Island
Left: Coat, £275, Jaeger at M&S; shirt, £130, Jigsaw; trousers, £40, Warehouse; footwear, £259, LK Bennett; bag, £160, C.Nicol. Right: Coat, £365, jacket, £129, and trousers, £120, Jigsaw; knit, £112.50, ME+EM; trainers, £65, Schuh; bag, £110, Jasper Conran
You don’t want a designer finances to get the look, as the High Street is awash with tutti-frutti heaters. Jaeger (at M&S) leads the best way; its inexperienced wool automotive coat and purple boyfriend coat are amongst this season’s finest. John Lewis’s autumn/winter assortment can also be considered one of its strongest to date.
The fluffy-textured pink coat will raise autumnal gray, khaki and beige. The finest means to put on your shiny coat is in a head-to-toe tonal look. Wearing block colour would possibly sound overwhelming however coordinating your palette is easier than attempting to combine and match. It additionally has a flattering, streamlining impact and by no means fails to look elegant.
Left: Coat, £325, Jaeger at M&S; shirt, £29.99, TK Maxx; skirt, £88, Jigsaw; boots, £250, Duo Boots. Centre: Coat, £49.99, H&M; knit, £89, Phase Eight; boots, £150, River Island. Right: Coat, £349, Hobbs; knit, £90, Boden; blazer, £395, and trousers, £225, Brora; trainers, £110, Jigsaw
Layer a blue trouser go well with beneath Jigsaw’s cornflower coat for a contemporary tackle workwear. Or group Jaeger’s purple quantity with sensible berry-toned separates and glossy boots. If you’d relatively ease into a vibrant mood, use shiny outerwear to give autumn staples a brand new-season spin. Layer over your favorite denims and jumpers on the weekend; add to tailor-made trousers and shirts for the workplace; put on over a black gown for the night.
Alternatively, go for a subtler shade. Hobbs’ brown overcoat is effortlessly elegant, whereas Phase Eight’s cream trench will clean up no matter outfit you put on it over. Just be certain to keep away from that cup of purple.
