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Fashion Styling Advice

Whether you’re walking to work or need something warm to wear out for dinner, you’ll want to make an elegant and timeless statement, and there’s no better way than by wearing a beautifully cut classic coat to give you that chic groomed look. An elegant coat oozes executive style as well as a quiet confidence. Nelson Magazine has you covered with some tips to master the art of purchasing the perfect coat to make sure you’re happy for years to come.

Buy for your lifestyle

A lightweight, packable waterproof or water-resistant jacket or coat is a must-have for travel, walking, sport, or any outdoor activity. Look for a shape and length that is in balance with your body shape and height. Check that the hardware, like zippers and buttons, are good quality and waterproof. A detachable hood is also a great option. Make sure there is enough room to wear layers under the coat, without going too big. This is easy to achieve with the range of lightweight knits and merino available.

All about the overcoat

A wardrobe essential is the overcoat. Options are aplenty with a boxier, oversized style, or a more tailored feminine-fitted coat. Single or doublebreasted, collar or no collar, or a wrap style coat. Pockets are an absolute must. Choose a style that best compliments your height and body shape, this ensures it will always suit you, and, in doing so will be timeless and never out of date.

Make it fit

The fit is paramount, and essential for comfort. Your coat must fit well! Look at the length of the sleeves; the edge of the cuff should reach the crease between your thumb and index finger. Shoulders should fit perfectly, not too wide, or narrow, and the position of belt loops should fall at your waistline. The wrap coat is an ideal multi-fit coat as it is easily tied at the waist in front, or left open and tied back, it is forgiving for most body shapes. Look for quality fabric and make sure it is not too stiff or heavy.

You can’t go wrong with a staple colour

By choosing a staple colour, such as black, grey, navy, camel, or olive green, you will have a versatile coat that can be worn over leisurewear, jeans and sneakers, and corporate wear through to evening wear. Ensuring you maximize the wearing of your coat investment. Finally, remember the perfect winter coat should keep you warm and look good. Have fun and enjoy the process.

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