First of all, you need to think of your outerwear as another outfit- that's what makes the cooler months so great. Trust me, this perspective can get you through the most dreary of winter days. Think of it this way: Your indoor clothes are one outfit, your outerwear is the second outfit- you get to look twice as fabulous all winter long!
Next, you need to stock your closet- not all at once, of course. Coats are investment pieces, so don't try to stock your closet full all at once. Today's focus is on the fall coat every woman MUST have: the trench. Trench coats have come a long way over the years and are as varied as the women who wear them. I like to wear a statement coat as opposed to the standard beige or black, however those neutrals are important to have because there are times when the statement coat might not be appropriate. (Funerals are a good example of an inappropriate place for a bright floral number.)
The most important thing with any garment is the fit, so choose a shape that flatters your figure. Length is also something to consider. If you're a little short, go with a shorter coat- no longer than knee-length- so that it doesn't overwhelm you. Once you have a shape that works for you, consider the fabric and then finally the details. Military details are all over the place this season, like on this fabulous trench from Target:
Finally, there is a coat I simply have to share with all of you. I typically try to keep my recommendations on the low financial end, but every now and then you need to see the high end if for no other reason than to be inspired by the beauty and craftsmanship. So to wrap up this post, I'd like to leave you with a trench by the folks who made the trench coat what it is today: Burberry. If money were no object, I'd have this coat in my closet tomorrow. It's available at Bluefly for a mere $1,036.00, a decent savings off the retail price of $1295.00. It may be a bit pricey (understatement), but it sure is pretty (understatement). I love everything about this coat- the color, the cut, the toggle closures, the stand-up collar, the length, the belt- everything.
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