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How to Shop for Winter Coats

12/5/2018

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When the weather dips below 60 here in sunny San Diego, we are all reaching for the boots and puffer coats. Of course, many of my clients are also traveling to cooler places in the winter and have a need for true winter outerwear. It can be daunting trying to find the perfect piece though. As always, I'm here to take the stress out of getting dressed. 

Consider your lifestyle.

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Badgley Mischka Mallory Quilted Puffer Coat, $189 icon
If you're anything like me, you might ooh and ah over a fabulous winter white ankle-length cashmere blend coat. If you live like me though, you know that coat wouldn't survive the trip to the car, let alone actual winter weather. Be practical and think about what you're doing, where you're going, etc. It's a similar mindset to packing for a trip. Where are you going in that? What are you doing?  Are you hiking? Walking to work? Touring NYC? Attending a conference? The answers will differ for each individual. 

You may need three. 

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Veronica Beard Huntley Shearling Blazer, $1,995 icon
Once you consider your lifestyle,  you may find you need three coats: one for travel, one for work, and one for active wear. The coat you wear to the office isn't the one you'll reach for to go hiking. Even for my fellow San Diegans, I recommend having three outerwear options. If you live in a place with more inclement weather, you may want five. Again, this depends on your lifestyle. If you work from home and don't leave the house much in the winter, two coats would suffice. 

Skip the black option.

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Vince Belted Wool Coat, $795 icon
I've written before about black not being as versatile as we've been led to believe. It doesn't always pair well with navy, brown, other blacks. Even when paired with white, black can be unflattering against white due to the high contrast. Generally, black near the face has a tendency to wash people out. If you absolutely must have a black coat, add a pop of color through a scarf or turtleneck to brighten up.

Try an alternative neutral.

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Marc New York Leah Leather Moto Jacket, $279.99 icon
Instead of black, try winter neutrals for a more interesting look. In particular, I adore an emerald green, cobalt blue, or burgundy coat. These colors are flattering on most skin tones and look sophisticated rather than childish. They are also quite versatile and pair with well with both navy and black based looks. If you tend to gravitate towards neutrals in all clothing, try a light grey or camel. 

Update your accessories. 

Free People Emerson Plaid Scarf, $40.60 icon
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Charter Club Leather Gloves, $66.37 icon
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NOAKE Corgan Wool Fedora, $59 icon
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If you adore your old coats but you're feeling a little bored, try adding new hats, gloves, and scarves to your winter wardrobe. Skip the pre-packaged box sets and create your own unique look mixing brands and fabrics. I like to choose one item with a pattern, like a scarf, and then select the two other items, pulling colors from that original pattern, to make my own set. See example above.
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    I'm Jaquelyn Wahidi. I take the stress out of getting dressed. ​ As a personal fashion stylist in San Diego, I help women organize their closets, define their style, and shop with intention. My blog features practical style advice for women everywhere. I've been addicted to blazers since 2004. 

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