Womens long coat
With the onset of autumn and subsequent cold weather, every fashionista seeks to wrap herself up in warm outerwear, choosing for herself such a model that will be not only warm and comfortable, but also stylish. A coat can be an excellent choice, since this product combines many functional qualities.
A few centuries ago, women's coats were a long hooded but sleeveless product made of warm cashmere fabric. Nowadays, this model, having undergone some changes in style, has again found popularity in the fashion world.
A long coat is in unprecedented demand, which is not at all surprising, because this product has a lot of advantages.
Models
The range of long coats does not differ much in products of different cuts and styles, since the main differences lie only in small details.
With fur
Fur decors, which can be done in different ways, look very impressive and rich.
The fur collar gives the garment the sophistication and charm that are characteristic of retro clothing. Fur pockets are a very unusual decor.
With belt
Often, without any fasteners, the coat is equipped with a beautiful fabric belt, which is made of the same material as the product itself.
The belt visually divides the figure in half, dividing the emphasis on the waist, which will definitely look good. This model is perfect for both slender girls and full ladies.
Warm
Winter and demi-season coats, as a rule, are equipped with an insulated lining made of a dense warm material such as synthetic winterizer, fleece, woolen fiber, or even natural fur with a small nap.
Lung
Lightweight models do not have such a lining, but cannot be made without it at all. A layer of thin fabric, hemmed from the inside, is necessary from an aesthetic point of view to hide all internal seams.
Oversize
In addition, long coats can be wide, oversized, narrow straight, or fitted with a flared bottom.
Fashion trends 2016 - 2017
This year is famous for the fashion for long coats, since the era of mini clothes is left far behind and restraint and chastity are in fashion again.
In frosty periods, you want to wrap yourself up in outerwear, as if in a soft blanket and feel most comfortable. An oversized coat will be the perfect choice for this, as this model is the most comfortable due to the loose fit.
Coats with a variety of decor, interesting prints and all kinds of fur ruffles are in demand.
And also, along with these trends, minimalism is quite common - monochromatic coats with minimal eye-catching details are extremely popular.
Textile
Coats are made from a variety of materials, the main advantage of which is a dense structure with thermal properties and high wear resistance.
Fabrics for coats are selected according to the seasons, since warm products are relevant only in extreme cold, and light ones are perfect for a little coolness.
From raincoat fabric
Cloak fabric is often used to make light coats. The product can be equipped with a thin lining or made in one layer, but in this case it is necessary to check that all seams are neatly stitched and overlaid.
Cotton
Thick cotton fabric is very often used for making trench coats. This material often has a special moisture-resistant impregnation, which perfectly protects the product from getting wet in rainy weather.
Knitted
A knitted coat is also quite light, since even thick yarn will not protect against strong winds, but it will be a great addition to an image with a dress made of light, flowing fabric.
From wool
A coat made from woolen fabrics such as gabardine or boucle is quite dense and durable. Often, the product is equipped with a synthetic winterizer or fleece lining, which makes the coat warmer, since these materials warm well and retain heat.
Fabrics such as vigogne and beaver have a similar fiber structure. A short, standing pile on a dense, stiff woolen fabric, obtained by fleecing, looks quite good and is also quite warm.
Cashmere
The cashmere coat looks luxurious and expensive, and the matte smooth structure of the material is very soft and pleasant to the touch.
From alpaca
A coat made of alpaca - wool of a domestic breed of mountain llamas, looks like velvet, but has one significant drawback: in places of greatest friction, the fabric can lose its original appearance.
Bolognevoe
A coat made of bologna material, which is usually called a down jacket, has swan down padding, thanks to which it will be an excellent choice of outerwear for severe frosts.
Colour
When choosing a coat of a certain color, you should take into account fashion trends in order to create the most successful image that combines many qualities.
This season, soft, delicate shades that emphasize the femininity and elegance of a girl's nature are incredibly popular.
Light menthol, delicate cream, mesmerizing light lilac, as well as milky, ivory and champagne will be an excellent choice that speaks of the sophistication of the stylistic taste of the owner of such a product.
Dark deep shades are also in vogue, emphasizing sophisticated features and mesmerizing eye color. Colors such as Marengo, Merlot, Almandine, Crimson, Pistachio and Silky are the most popular.
Classic shades such as dark green, brown, navy blue, beige, black and white are also popular, but lighter shades can be tricky.
White is rather impractical because it is very easily soiled and some stains can be difficult to remove.
With the beige color, things are a little better, but still it is worth treating such a coat with care and avoiding heavy contamination.
How to choose?
When choosing a coat, you should pay attention to many, including small, details that speak of the quality of the product.
For example, it is worth carefully examining the fabric by probing. Since many unscrupulous sellers often pass off synthetic material as natural, people who do not know this overpay by buying a product that is not worth it.
- Synthetics are bad in that they are less wear-resistant. Synthetic fibers that mimic woolen fabric very often roll off when rubbed. Also, synthetics can cause an allergic reaction, which is not safe for health.
- The second, no less important, factor that you should pay attention to when buying a coat is the seams.
- The product must be carefully stitched, and the excess threads must be cut off without damaging the seam itself, in order to prevent its further destruction.
- If there is fur on the product, it is worth paying attention to its quality, since furs can be both natural and synthetic artificial. Although artificial fur is a more budgetary and financially profitable material, everything does not have such a high quality and durability as natural, which should be chosen.
- The neatly sewn lining and carefully stitched hem are also a sign of quality workmanship.
- It is worth carefully examining the clasp and buttons, which may also turn out to be a marriage.
What to wear with?
The question of combining a long coat with other products worries many girls, since this product is the most capricious and demanding in its use.
It is impossible to put on a long coat with anything and be sure that the product will hide the whole outfit underneath. On the contrary, a long coat more than others needs a competent combination with the rest of the wardrobe attributes.
This coat model allows you to wear flared and wide trousers, because under the long coat itself, they will not be so visible and will not seem out of place.
Skirts of various lengths, shorts, leggings and all kinds of tight trousers go well with a long coat.
As for shoes, the choice is quite wide, but not every model is suitable for combination with a coat.
Ankle boots, shoes and high-heeled boots, of course, look the most advantageous, making the image more spectacular, sophisticated, and the silhouette more elongated and stately.
But heels will not always be appropriate, for example, on the day off, many will prefer flat shoes or small wedges.
A straight-cut coat without a belt looks good with sporty footwear such as slip-ons, espadrilles, elegant sneakers and sneakers. This is how the image will look casual and no-nonsense.
Flat boots are a great way out of the situation in cold weather. It is better to choose an elongated model - up to the knee, since it is she who looks the most impressive and beautiful.
Don't forget about the accessories, which should also go well with the coat.
Small handbags with a long strap, beautiful scarves and stylish gloves, which should be selected depending on the length of the sleeve, are perfect.
Spectacular images
An image created from seemingly completely simple things looks incredibly stylish. Gray skinny jeans with a high waist, a black long sleeve top with a V-neck, a long red oversized coat with one button, with rolled up sleeves - the key to an interesting, stylish look. Purple pumps with heels will be an ideal complement and an unusual detail.
The image with light elements of a sporty style also looks quite impressive, and the play on contrasts makes the outfit winning. Black jeans with ripped knees, a black cashmere pullover and a white elongated trench coat are great options for a weekend look. And small details like black and white trainers and a medium black rectangular clutch are great additions.
An image created from a combination of a light pink skirt just below the knee length, black socks and light sneakers with a thick sole looks quite elegant, but very unusual. The highlight of the look is that both the cappuccino top and the long gray coat are made of the same woolen fabric and differ only in color. Complementing the image with a white bag, as well as rolling up the sleeves, you can give the outfit a slightly sloppy daring look.