https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 03 May 2026 16:50:10 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-884381 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 17:22:02 +0000 rachylou 884381@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This looks like a really good fit for an overcoat. I do find it a fraction of an inch on the long side, but I'd also be reluctant to take it up because I like to be warm.<br /><br />I have a very similar pair of shoes. I think. I should wear them to work... but I digress :)<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-884318 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 16:46:03 +0000 catgirl 884318@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ The fit looks great.&nbsp; The patch pockets - there seems to be one too many to my eye.&nbsp; Not sure if you can remove that little one?&nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-884313 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 16:43:54 +0000 Missey 884313@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I love the coat, but to my eye it runs a little long on you.&nbsp; How would it looked tacked up a couple inches above the knee?&nbsp; <br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-884275 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 16:08:46 +0000 Susie 884275@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ It looks like a very nice fit and I like the color. But I'm sorry, I just don't like all the pockets, especially the larger patch pockets. It's a bit too busy for me. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-884256 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 15:50:29 +0000 Diana 884256@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ The fit looks good but I'm not a fan of the big patch pockets.&nbsp; <br /><br />50/50 wool/poly may not be very warm unless the lining is quilted or something.&nbsp; Whether or not that is a problem depends on whether you want this to be a spring jacket or a winter jacket, I guess.&nbsp; To me, wool (esp. in this color) is a more wintery fabric so I prefer a minimum wool content of 70%.<br /><br />As for the lining, I agree that the slippery sleeve lining is so you can get long-sleeved shirts/jackets into the sleeves.&nbsp; I have tried a couple of Zara coats that had this type of lining; personally I don't like it because the non-slippery lining in the body tends to stick and bunch to my clothes.&nbsp; I prefer slippery lining all the way through.&nbsp; <br /><br /><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-884163 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:01:44 +0000 Anonymous 884163@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I am not a big fan of the pockets. It is too busy for my taste. Did you wear a scarf with it? I think once you add a scarf, the front is going to look even more busy.<br />I vote return, I'm sorry. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-884150 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 13:53:48 +0000 Vildy 884150@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think the upper pockets are just fine. If you removed them, the eye would be drawn to the large lower pockets. <br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-884141 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 13:50:04 +0000 Vildy 884141@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have a jacket that is somewhat less wool: 40% wool and 60% polyester. <br />Now, I have a lot of coats and jackets so I am not dependent on this one. <br />Just happened to like the color. The feel and look of it is a plush but lighter weight melton cloth. <br /><br />My jacket is 100% useless. :(&nbsp; It is not warm whatsoever and, of course, I'd look like an idiot wearing it in a truly warmer, brighter season.&nbsp; It was warm in the store, though. :)&nbsp; Go outside and see if your own blend is up to it.<br /><br />Also, mine is a little more prone to wrinkling, creasing than <i>most </i>wools would be. <br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-884116 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 13:28:57 +0000 pil 884116@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ It's a sharp coat and fits nicely. I like the looks of the pockets, but like Eliza wonder about the practicality for gloves. Love your shoes! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-884063 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 11:40:56 +0000 Mona 884063@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Great fit and colour, Sara. I am not too fond of the pockets though. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-884052 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 11:11:22 +0000 Eliza 884052@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I like the shape and color of this coat on you. Love the fit, &nbsp;especially on the shoulders and waist- nice silhouette. &nbsp;My only bit of a question is the prominence of the pockets. I am not sure how they would be over time for me, but I am an outlier on this one.&nbsp;I actually put &nbsp;gloves in my pockets and these would reveal that and perhaps undo the line more than a pocket tucked in a seam. &nbsp;Someone else would put their gloves elsewhere&nbsp;as I probably should anyways. If the pockets are part of what draws you to the coat, then it is a definite keeper. <br />&nbsp;Never had a coat with a cotton lining. Does it feel any different?<br /><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-883967 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 04:35:06 +0000 Lyn D. 883967@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I would leave the chest pockets- having hip pockets only might throw out the balance of the coat.<br />The material sounds good, and I have learnt something from bj re. bunching of underneath layers.<br />Looks like a nice, cosy and&nbsp;warm jacket! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-883954 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 03:48:04 +0000 kellygirl 883954@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Love the shape and the color. The pockets don't bother me at all. I think they are fun.&nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-883945 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 03:36:25 +0000 Carole 883945@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'm with Sveta, the smaller chest pocket is throwing me, but maybe tacking will make a difference. Otherwise it looks like a beautiful coat, I love the color. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-883927 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 03:24:40 +0000 MNsara 883927@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ haha, Sveta - maybe flattering because pears should put stuff in them, like lots of kleenex ;-)<br /><br />Actually, I wonder what would it look like if I just removed the upper pockets.&nbsp; Do they bring balance to the oversized lower pockets?<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-883906 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 03:14:39 +0000 Sveta 883906@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ The chest pockets is the only thing which gives me pause - otherwise it is a great coat. On other hand chest pockets supposed to be flattering on pears, right?:-)<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-883902 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 03:10:18 +0000 MNsara 883902@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh fun, bj - what did you get?<br /><br />I tried two different Stefanel coats, and this one has the room I need across my shoulders, for my upper arms, and for my pear bottom.&nbsp; But I'm hoping it's not overall too roomy.&nbsp; In the pic, I do have a couple lighter layers on underneath it.<br /><br />Yes, if I keep, those pocket flaps get a snap or tack.&nbsp; There aren't any pleats, but they are attached to the coat so that the light backing fabric is exposed around the edges.<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-883872 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 02:35:52 +0000 bj1111 883872@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ i just got a couple of stefanel pieces from yoox too. &nbsp;but no familiarity as to how this will hold up in the long run. &nbsp;i think the 50/50 wool would be good and decrease the poly pill. &nbsp;<br /><br />this coat fits so great on you especially in the shoulders and arms. &nbsp;is there room for a sweater under there? &nbsp;the slippery arm lining is probably so the sleeves of whatever you wear underneath don't bunch in the pits when you slide the coat on.<br /><br />the only thing that drew my eye was the chest pocket. &nbsp;definitely tack down the flap, maybe also the pleat (is there a pleat or is it just a patch pocket?) https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-one-a-keeper-different-winter-coat#post-883864 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 02:27:50 +0000 MNsara 883864@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I decided to return the houndstooth coat I had asked about a month or so ago.&nbsp; It was just a little too 'something' that bordered on frumpy, and needed many $$ of alterations just to be borderline.<br /><br />I found this Stefanel coat on YOOX and really like the feel of the fit.&nbsp; I have the sleeves tucked under a bit and that's all I'd change -- I think.<br /><br />Here are my questions/concerns:<br />1)&nbsp; fabric is 50% wool, 50% polyester.&nbsp; Feels good.&nbsp; Any experience with this brand? fabric like this?<br />2)&nbsp; oversized chest pockets may need their flaps tacked flatter<br />3) sleeves are lined with slippery fabric, but body with cotton.&nbsp; Why?&nbsp; Is this a quality shortcut, or common in Europe?<br /><br />What do you think?&nbsp; What do your eyes see?<br /><br />Plus, any fit, style, etc. comments are always welcome!<br />Thank you for any and ALL input :-)<br /><br />