6 Colorful Coats We Can't Wait to Wear This Winter
Before you buy another black peacoat, check out the season's colorful range of not-so-basic outerwear.
By Jessica Silvester
Horse of a Different Color
This unlined wool topper has the classic
cut of a trench—but feels more like a plush blanket,
sweeping all the way down to the ankles. Its dusty blue plaid pattern kicks up the
visual interest: "It not only polishes a look," says
O creative director
Adam Glassman, "it
is the look," transforming a neutral-tone
blouse and crepe trousers underneath.
Coat, Missoni, $5,700; 212-517-9339.
Blouse, Reiss, $170;
ReissOnline.com.
Pants, Sportmax, $595; 212-674-1817.
Sweater, Brochu Walker, $445; Katia Boutique, Houston; 713-621-1817.
Hat, Gucci, $495;
Gucci.com.
Ring, Avant Garde, $88; 323-655-5592.
Babe in the City
The anorak made its name as a weekend standby, but with
detachable faux-fur trim, a drawstring waist, and slim-fitting cotton fabric, it
becomes an unexpectedly chic choice for evening. "Throw it over a
cocktail dress or dinner outfit," says
Glassman, "and you're fabulously
good to go."
Coat, H&M, $129;
HM.com for stores.
Dress, Muse, $179;
Dillards.com.
Purse, Stella McCartney, $885;
NeimanMarcus.com.
Earrings, Kara by Kara Ross, $175; Nordstrom; 800-695-8000.
Necklace, Gerard Yosca, $395;
Yosca.com.
Bracelet, Giles and Brother, $175;
GilesAndBrother.com.
Heels, J. Crew, $275;
JCrew.com.
Flight of Fancy
The neoprene fabric of scuba gear performs well on land, too.
This minimalist, voluminous jacket suits fuller figures,
chunky sweaters, and anyone who wants to try out fall's richest color.
When it's time to fly, it crushes down to fit in your suitcase, then bounces right back.
Jacket, Joe Fresh, $99;
JoeFresh.com for stores.
Dress, H&M, $60;
HM.com for stores.
Rule the Roost
Bold patterns aren't the only way to command attention.
This nubby tweed in red-flecked black-and-white wakes up
solid colors and muted printed pieces—like this polka-dot dress
and lace pumps. "Worn together, they have a lot more impact," Glassman says.
Coat, Derek Lam, $2,990; 212-966-1616.
Dress, L.K. Bennett, $375;
LKBennet.com.
Pumps, Walter Steiger, $795;
WalterSteiger.com for stores.
Bracelet, Louis Vuitton, $1,090;
LouisVuitton.com for stores.
Ring, Wendy Mink, $198;
CharmAndChain.com.
Purse, Express, $60;
Express.com.
Whiter Shade of Pale
If you're tempted by arctic white
but reluctant to splurge on a trend (especially one that might get dirty easily),
consider this peacoat. "It adds a lot of oomph for not a lot
of money," says Glassman. It's also universally flattering: Built-in ribbed
sleeves create a layered look without the bulk, a dramatic collar
frames the face, and bright white perks up any complexion.
Coat,Attention, $100;
KMart.com.
Dress, See by Chloe, $595;
net-a-porter.com.
Ring, Isaac Mizrahi New York, $275, by special order; 347-727-2474.
Glamour Puss
A bright buffalo-check pattern—tartan's cooler
cousin—gives a puffer jacket some bite. Nowhere near Michelin
Man territory, this topper also has a nipped-waist, full-skirted
silhouette that looks great with just a simple pair of leggings or jeans.
Coat, Thakoon, $2,650;
TheCorner.com.
Jeans, Michael Michael Kors, $130; 866-709-5677.
Ring, Alexis Bittar, $175;
AlexisBittar.com.
From the
October 2011 issue of
O, The Oprah Magazine
