https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:23:54 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1097842 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 22:36:04 +0000 Dee 1097842@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was thinking of this thread earlier as I was out shopping with my DH and trying to persuade him that clearly I need to expand my outerwear wardrobe...&nbsp;Since I moved to Calgary, I'm wearing coats of some sort&nbsp;for ~8 months of the year, so having a little variation is nice. To his dismay,&nbsp;I bought two today, but will probably end up returning one.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1097207 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 08:22:31 +0000 jurocha 1097207@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Guilty as charged: I can't stop adding new coats every season and, though I wear them a lot from November to May, I sometimes feel guilty for not being more economical in my coats' choices.</p> <p>ATM: 2 2cm above knee-lenght shearling coats (1 in beige and 1 in black), 3 shearling bombers (2 in chocolate brown and 1 black), 1 100% wool knee-lenght/man's style coat (black), 1 40% wool knee-lenght/man's style coat (in cream), 3 trenchcoats (1 in black, 1 in tomato red and 1 in beige. They aren't lined with fleece or anything special - just regular polyester, so these are more late spring/beginning of autumn options), 1 80% wool military coat (in navy blue), 1 40% military coat (in dark grey), 2 60% wool long flared/frock coats (1 in tomato red, 1 in black), 1 cocoon-ish mid-thigh coat (striped in black and white), 1 fake-fur coat (hand-me-down, in black), 1 60% wool cape (in black).</p> <p>As I said: guilty as charged.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1097178 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 06:23:39 +0000 Sarah 1097178@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Why get rid of good condition coats you like? I love coats!<br /> I have a ton for fall but I'm hoping to expand my winter collection </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096923 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 00:11:11 +0000 rebekahphoto 1096923@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dustt Glad to hear it! My all time favorites are my vintage leopard and red peacoat. But these days the more utilitarian down commuter is getting all the wear! </p> <p>I confess I have a few more than I need, and a couple of them are really for very special occasion dressing. I'm planning on donating a couple of them to a womens shelter this week, since I do have a few duplicates that someone should be wearing &amp; its been really cold here</p> <p>My mom, and grandma always used to say if you have a good coat &amp; good shoes you are good to go.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096733 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 21:34:34 +0000 dustt 1096733@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rebekah - I am in awe of that most awesome collection!! - Just showed to DH and he is backing off a little on my own collection.&nbsp; We have several matches here!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096676 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 20:07:11 +0000 rebekahphoto 1096676@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am a firm believer in a large coat wardrobe! I love coats, and I think maybe it is inherited as both my mom and my grandma were coat lovers......</p> <p>Both my dad and my DH have been questioning my mom and I WHY we need so many coats! so many reasons....I live in a rainy climate with little snow, so waterproof coats are a high priority for me</p> <p>I have a lot--I will attempt a list without going to the closet(s)</p> <p>3/4 black wool with big silver fox collar<br />long grey hooded A-line wool coat<br />Vintage 3/4 60s grey wool w/mink trim coat<br />Black wool cashmere 3/4 coat<br />Vintage Red boiled wool 3/4 coat<br />Teal 3/4 Wool car coat (new!)<br />Long Down waterproof commuter coat<br />Long Black Faux Fur coat</p> <p>Red wool peacoat<br />Quilted Olive short coat<br />Quilted Down brown coat<br />Red waterproof snow coat<br />Vintage 50s Leopard Faux Fur<br />Vintage Ivory Shearling 3/4 coat<br />Vintage 60s black faux 3/4 coat<br />Vintage Pendleton 3/4 plaid wool</p> <p>Black waterproof 3/4 Trench<br />Insulated black 3/4 parka/trench<br />red dressy trench<br />yellow spring trench<br />tan burberry trench<br />Black Waterproof HH Coat</p> <p>Leather Jackets (all are outerwear weight):<br />Navy moto<br />Black moto<br />Ivory moto<br />Black racer <br />Red vintage 3/4 leather<br />Tan Suede</p> <p>+ other shorter, warmer weather jackets/vest/tech. but they are not really coats</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096658 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 19:42:52 +0000 JAileen 1096658@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That was my thought too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096505 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 17:06:51 +0000 dustt 1096505@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>jAileen - I think our coat closets are sisters!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096418 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 15:15:35 +0000 JAileen 1096418@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here's a list of most of my outerwear. Sorry, it's a long list:</p> <p>Camel hair coat - mid calf<br /> Raincoat olive green with zip out lining - mid calf (very ancient)<br /> Dark teal hooded puffer - mid calf<br /> Loden heavy boiled wool coat<br /> Camel/cream hooded zip up duffel<br /> Navy toggle duffel<br /> Red peacoat (in my first WIW!)<br /> Navy, red, olive, cream plaid peacoat</p> <p>Here are parkas and mid weight jackets:</p> <p>Dark teal hooded down parka with fur trim<br /> Light sea foam down belted parka with fake fur collar<br /> Taupe quilted corduroy jacket<br /> Red Lands End Squall jacket<br /> Forest green Patagonia squall type jacket - very old<br /> Silver Patagonia nano puff jacket (perfect for travel)<br /> Spruce green velveteen jean style jacket with tan fake fur lining</p> <p>There might be more. We rarely get rain, only snow. I also have several shells for protection from snow and wind, and several fleece jackets that I would only wear while shoveling snow, etc. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096399 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 14:52:05 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 1096399@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Except for underwear, what item gets worn more than our outerwear in colder climates?&nbsp; If you live somewhere where the answer is none, then you should have a fair number.</p> <p>I have different coats/jackets for varying temperatures.&nbsp; I have a leather hip coat and wool coat for the in between weather and then about half a dozen puffers in different lengths/colors for the colder temps.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096356 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 13:08:04 +0000 dustt 1096356@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Scarlet - happy to hear my Barbour is not the dinosaur I thought it was!! That coat is a wonder!! - Just needs to be re-proofed every couple years!! <br />Everyone's inventory is very interesting and actually makes me yearn for a couple more that aren't in my current rotation!! I don't do leather jackets as it doesn't seem to fit my style/personality - but I've been wanting a red wool car coat (to wear over pant suits) and a grey cashmere knee length BF style to replace the grey herringbone tweed (it's beginning to show it's age) - but I've yet to find one with the sleeves long enough. - I'm thinking I'll start looking in the men's department!! - As an IT hip room is usually not an issue.&nbsp; DH has the most beautiful charcoal grey cashmere dress coat - but it is definitely too big even as a BF style!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096326 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 09:04:41 +0000 froggiebecky 1096326@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am another of the "small coat closet", here. But only because I only brought one with me. I've got 2 winters in scotland, so I'm sure this will expand. But for now, I have:&nbsp;</p> <p>-one dark green knee-length puffer coat<br />-leather jacket (which is too big, but I'm keeping it because I can now layer bulky sweaters under it.&nbsp;</p> <p>I've also got an orange wool jacket and some lighter weight ones in storage that I'll have an opportunity to pick up in a few weeks when I go to the US. And a cool trench cape that's in storage in Australia. I left it there because I might need it at the end of my stay next year (running into the beginning of winter) and for scotland, it's a summer-weight jacket.&nbsp; </p> <p></p> <p>ETA: This means I've got...6 coats/outerwear. Only 2 are available to me at the moment. Clearly not enough for where I' living!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096324 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 08:18:56 +0000 Catmom 1096324@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My coat closet is modest, but arguably too large for my temperate climate. I justify my hoarding&nbsp;to myself&nbsp;because my job requires travel to business formal offices in colder climates, and because it is hard to find nice replacement coats where I live. But maybe this year is a good year to really test that theory. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096315 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 06:55:16 +0000 Jeanie 1096315@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Coats are my favorite wardrobe item so I support you all the way. &nbsp;It seems you always need a different coat for the weather here in the midwest. &nbsp;Every time I add a coat thinking I will purge an old one, it seems I can't bear to part with the old one because they all serve a different purpose. &nbsp;This has resulted in me stashing coats all over the house. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096310 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 06:37:49 +0000 Scarlet 1096310@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Actually, Barbour is quite the thing these days, so I am sure it is fashionable :)</p> <p>I have a very long cold season and am limited by a small apartment with no coat closet, so for this reason I am getting rid of three coats. But I just bought another one and wished another one for Christmas, so there you go. I spend a lot of time in my coats, and it is nice to be able to mix it up, adjust to the sportiness/dressiness of the occasion, gradations in weather, so on and so forth. If I had a bigger closet I would add in beautiful colors. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096302 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 06:07:51 +0000 peacechick 1096302@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My coats share the same closet as my jackets (and DH's too) so the one-in-one-out rule has to apply here. My outerwear looks like this:</p> <p>1 blue denim jacket (15c/60)<br /> 1 oatmeal lightweight hooded rain trench coat (anytime)<br /> 1 fleece grey plaid jacket (10c/50s)<br /> 1 navy wool blazer (10c/50s)<br /> 3 pleather moto jackets (black, white, mint, 10c/50s)<br /> 1 black knit moto jacket (5c/40s)<br /> 1 black zip up hooded pea coat (0c/30s)<br /> 1 tie-up oversized collar patterned coat (0c/30s)<br /> 1 navy maternity coat (0c/30s)<br /> 1 camel wool trench coat (-5c/20s, currently doesn't fit)<br /> 1 oversized black parka (-5c/20s)<br /> 1 red Canada Goose copy parka (-10c/10s or lower)</p> <p>Note that I run warm so I probably don't need as much outerwear as those of you who feel the chill all year round. </p> <p>I have been thinking about buying a long black down puffer lately, so you guys are enabling me If I do get one, it will replace my big black parka which is 10 years old and has a hole in one sleeve anyway. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096296 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 05:48:13 +0000 Adelfa 1096296@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have one coat. I bought it under pressure for a November trip to Cleveland and the temperature never dropped below 60 and I had to carry that thing around the whole time. I hate it because it has a sash and I have never liked any article of clothing that has a sash. Also it has a big double collar that is not me. I'm keeping it in case I need to travel somewhere cold again. However I've discovered that my leather jacket, with a warm scarf, gloves, and perhaps a hat, is just fine down to about 20 degrees.</p> <p>I must not run too cold because my (pre-move) climate is colder than Rachy's in the winter and she says she lives in coats.</p> <p>But anyway I am hugely enjoying this thread! I'm loving reading about everyone's coats! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096242 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 03:49:40 +0000 Refugee 1096242@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I actually need a much larger coat wardrobe than I have. &nbsp;I live out on the plains and have such a variety of weather and levels of dressiness. &nbsp;I have lots of holes in this area. &nbsp;Note to self: &nbsp;examination of coats on the wardrobe inventory is a must.&nbsp;Develop a game plan for coats.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096224 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 03:31:22 +0000 sarah 1096224@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gaylene, oh how I wish I had a coat/gear room - DH and I run, bike, and nordic ski all winter long, which means that I have:</p> <p>long puffer<br />short puffer<br />short trench<br />knee-length trench<br />wool duffle coat<br />wool pea coat<br />down "sweater"<br />2 "gear" raincoats<br />1 lightweight neon yellow biking windbreaker (for those dark nights)<br />2 denim jackets (I only wear them outside)</p> <p>huh, I guess&nbsp;that wasn't SO bad.&nbsp;</p> <p>So, I'm right there with you in the lots of coats dept. But honestly, there are so many seasons where I live! It's going to be 2F tonight and 34F on Monday, for example. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096218 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 03:22:20 +0000 Isabel 1096218@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Diana...how can you EXIST with so few coats ??? &nbsp;LOL</p> <p>Like Diana, I didn't include denim coats or leather. &nbsp;Or blazers that I sometimes use as outwear. &nbsp;And then, there are my wool sweater coats. But no one asked about those...sshhhhhh. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096208 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 03:11:37 +0000 Diana 1096208@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My coat inventory:<br /> --above the knee length heavy black wool coat<br /> --mid thigh cobalt wool coat<br /> --forest green hooded wool toggle coat with quilted lining (just covers butt)<br /> --black wool blend swing coat (also just butt covering)<br /> --red cotton corset trench<br /> --lightweight navy rain trench<br /> --fairly useless short 3/4 sleeve teal swing coat<br /> --turquoise leather moto<br /> --black leather moto<br /> --cognac leather jacket<br /> --black Spiegel lemming jacket</p> <p>Yes, Angie, I counted my leather jackets because they are 100% outerwear for me.. I did not count my denim jackets, my silky bomber, or another summer weight jacket, even though those are also primarily outerwear because I could wear them indoors if I wish.</p> <p>I *definitely* have more boots, as I stated above. Actually I'm surprised I don't have more coats but I did purge several in my most recent move. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096166 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 02:23:36 +0000 Isabel 1096166@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In total, I probably Have around 15 coats. The only thing that outnumbers them are my scarves. Love coats and blazers. My wardrobe is small otherwise. I live in the same climate as Diana. But I am a SAHM and I still feel like I need all of my coats. </p> <p>I have a long winter trench with removable liner. Slate<br /> Two wool pea coats black and red/black plaid<br /> A long puffer black<br /> A 3/4 puffer lack<br /> A quilted car coat dark brown<br /> A menswear plaid car coat , wool<br /> A long spring trench navy<br /> A short spring trench black with cognac leather trim<br /> A faux leopard 3/4 coat that I have worn for 10 years on dressy occasions<br /> One soft shell sports coat dark purple<br /> Spring trench dark purple animal print<br /> Lightweight summer rain jacket black and white polka dot<br /> Goretex summer rain trench black<br /> Wool car coat, black bottom half red/black tweed on top half.....I know there have to be more than I am remembering. </p> <p>I love every one and use every one. Oh two biking windbreakers.....<br /> And I feel no guilt or shame at all. In fact, I want a long wool coat. ; ) </p> <p>ETA : &nbsp;I missed deep purple corduroy trench ( Fall ), my Lemming Speigel jacket ( per Diana )&nbsp;&nbsp;and my black wool,&nbsp;military style car coat.&nbsp;</p> <p>That is 18.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe/page/2#post-1096164 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 02:22:25 +0000 Deborah 1096164@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love coats and have culled my collection in this past 12 months. If you wear them and love them, the I say have as many as you like:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe#post-1096162 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 02:19:34 +0000 Jaime 1096162@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>More coat support. I have a short and mild&nbsp;winter and still cannot stop collecting coats.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe#post-1096145 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 01:54:32 +0000 unfrumped 1096145@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My climate is milder and coat capsule not huge but gets comments from DH , too.<br /> Lightweight coats can be more useful to me than blazers and are easier to style with outfits ( tops and bottoms) because the proportion, color and fabric issues are more forgiving than jackets. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe#post-1096140 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 01:48:07 +0000 Echo 1096140@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'd be afraid to count. I have countless coats and if we add jackets into the mix and count outerwear as a whole, then it really gets ridiculous. However, in my defense, our jacket/coat season lasts better than half the year, and all people see while I am out most of the time is my coat and scarf and boots. I put major emphasis on coats and scarves for winter, as those are things I wear every.single. day. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe#post-1096115 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 01:22:49 +0000 Mia 1096115@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Women usually need way more coats and shoes than men in my experience.</p> <p>I have a (large) closet full of coats. &nbsp;Luckily my husband does too and he probably has more clothes than I do but that is another story. &nbsp;&nbsp; We actually asked the builder to put in large coat closets in our "mud room"&nbsp;when we built our house and I have never regretted it.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> <p>In my defence I live in climate suitable for coats, I am out and about a lot&nbsp;and I have accumulated them over 10-12 years. &nbsp;I purge the "fashion moment" stuff but a lot of mine are classics like trench, peacoat, parka etc&nbsp;and were expensive so they have longevity relative to other wardrobe items. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe#post-1096110 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 01:13:36 +0000 Lucy 1096110@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you can easily justify you live in a cold climate.&nbsp;<br />But can I??? I live in Sydney! So not very cold at all!&nbsp;<br />My defence is firstly that I do feel the cold, so I need more warm items, and second, that when I am on campus, I tend to keep my coat on all day, as nothing is very well heated. So if I had only two coats, there would be two or three months a year when I would wear the same toppers all day everyday.&nbsp;<br />But really, I think I just love coats.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe#post-1096102 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 00:57:59 +0000 Carla 1096102@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What Sveta said. My leather jackets are warm! And worn strictly as outerwear. How should they be classified, if not as 'coats'? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-defense-of-a-huge-coat-wardrobe#post-1096096 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 00:52:24 +0000 Sveta 1096096@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>dusst, I want to come and play in you coat wardrobe: it sounds amazing!<br />Angie, I count my leather jacket as a coat because it is strictly an outerwear: too warm and thick leather to wear indoors. My other 3 leather jackets which I wear indoors are on the blazer / jacket roster </p>