How to choose a women's coat

Not a single item in a woman's wardrobe gives its owner as much charm and style as a well-chosen coat. For some time now, coats have been at the peak of fashion again; they have pushed jackets and down jackets into the background. When choosing a winter or demi-season model, women should take into account some important points.

Criteria for choosing a coat by body type

Before purchasing, it is recommended to take a critical look at the figure and soberly evaluate the advantages and possible flaws.

Women with an hourglass figure can afford almost all models. Although there are some nuances here too. Short girls can choose a coat that is just below the knee, while slender and tall girls can choose long options.

Owners of wide hips and narrow shoulders (“triangle”) are recommended to opt for models with an emphasis on the shoulders, knee-length. Such an accent can be a large collar, fur trim, voluminous details, etc. The waist is emphasized with a belt.

The inverted triangle body type requires diverting attention from the massive upper part. For owners of such figures, strict models with a voluminous bottom are suitable.

When the shoulders, waist and hips are the same size (rectangle type), it is recommended to choose interesting coat styles. You can also consider original textural and stylistic mixtures. Models with asymmetrical details, large pockets, etc. are welcome.

Apple-shaped women have wide waists and narrow hips and shoulders. They are categorically not recommended for voluminous coats and the presence of decorative details. It is better to stick to strict models with a vertical cut, straight silhouette, and medium length.

Deciding on the fabric

How durable the coat is, how long it will serve the owner - all this depends on the fabric from which it is made. Ideally, a quality product should last more than three years.

As a rule, outerwear is made from natural materials or with a small percentage of synthetics to increase wear resistance. It is not recommended to purchase models made entirely of synthetic fabric. Synthetics have insufficient air circulation, so in cold weather it is easy to freeze in such clothes, and in warm weather they will be hot.

The most common textures of coat fabric include:

• cashmere;
• tweed;
• boucle;
• drape;
• cloth;
• matting;
• leather;
• suede leather.

Cashmere is an expensive, soft and heat-resistant material that does not get dirty easily. The fabric also has some minor drawbacks - with prolonged wear, pellets appear on the product.

Tweed is a strong, wear-resistant and warm type of wool. However, tweed is susceptible to moths. The main feature of tweed fabric is the weaving of woolen threads, reminiscent of a herringbone pattern.

Attention. The percentage of wool in the fabric is usually indicated on the product tag. The inscription “Reine Schurwolle” means a product with a high wool content, but if it says “Wool 100%”, most likely it is a product of low quality or counterfeit.

Matting is a rather rough, dense material. It is impossible to freeze in such a coat in the coldest weather.

Bouclé is a warm, comfortable and thick material. However, these coats are impractical to wear. Such things quickly wear out and lose their attractiveness, since elongated loops often form untidy puffs.

Velor is a delicate and beautiful fabric, unfortunately, completely short-lived. Velor coats quickly lose their original appearance, so this fabric is suitable for evening wear and not for everyday use. Such things are purchased rather to complement the main wardrobe.

Suede and leather are practical, but rather expensive materials. Such coats are necessarily sewn with a lining, and autumn models are insulated with a lining made of holofiber or batting.

Features of the color palette and prints when choosing

An important role when choosing a coat is played by the color of the product. Particular attention should be paid to three main points:

1. Compliance with fashion trends. When a purchased coat is on trend for the season, a woman looks modern and organic in it in any circumstances;
2. The function of a coat in a wardrobe. If this is a universal everyday model, then it is recommended to buy neutral models. An item for romantic dates, parties and holidays is appropriate in bright and rich colors;
3. Match the color to the owner's skin color type. The color of clothing is designed to emphasize the dignity of the hostess, to make her look younger and fresher.

When choosing a fabric pattern, you should also approach it wisely.You have to be especially careful when trying to stand out from the crowd. After all, an extravagant print can get boring, and the purchase will become unnecessary ballast. Pay attention to the classic fabric patterns. It can be:

• strip;
• cell;
• chicken foot;
• floral ornament;
• geometry;
• animalistic patterns;
• ethnic drawings;
• abstractions.

What else is worth considering

There are still a lot of nuances that you need to pay attention to when choosing a coat, for example, height. On tall women, ankle-length models look especially advantageous.

Important. The sleeves of the coat should be long enough so that the hostess does not look as if the clothes are too small and do not fit her.

An ideal option for tall girls would be semi-fitting mid-thigh length trench coats.

Short girls should avoid puffy, voluminous, long and wide styles. Knee length is ideal for them. It would be nice to pick up boots to match the coat to visually lengthen the silhouette.

For overweight girls, dark-colored coats that are above the knee are traditionally recommended. But long models will make the owner of a curvy figure shorter and thicker.

Even the collar on a coat is of great importance. In the case when it is thin and long, you can choose any collar. But if the neck is short and wide, you should abandon voluminous collars and choose models with lapels.

Helpful tips for choosing the right coat

The choice of new things must be approached calmly and responsibly. It’s worth taking the time to evaluate all the points:

• you need to once again reconsider your wardrobe and think about what kind of clothes and shoes the new outfit will be combined with, whether it will suit all things;
• It is recommended to try on several coat models at once and choose the option suitable for a specific look;
• select models of optimal length in accordance with the season;
• decide on the color: do you need classic restraint for everyday wear or bright cheerfulness for a good mood;
• You should carefully read the label, study information about the composition of the fabric and the rules for caring for the product;
• try on clothes correctly.

Fitting rules

When purchasing a coat, it is recommended that you try it on carefully and slowly. It’s good to take someone close to you to the fitting, whose opinion you can rely on. The seller's advice probably shouldn't be trusted one hundred percent. So, the basic rules for fitting:

• the coat is tried on for the clothes with which it is supposed to be worn;
• the product should fit well to the figure, not bulge on the back or be loose in the armpits and sleeves;
• the ideal sleeve length reaches the middle of the palm (to check, you need to lift and stretch them in front of you);
• the coat fastens freely and smoothly, especially on the chest, fits well in the shoulders and does not hinder movement;
• When walking, the floors do not get tangled in your feet.

A coat, correctly selected in color and style, transforms its owner, hides some figure flaws and emphasizes the advantages. It can become the main decoration of any fashionista's wardrobe.