https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 12 May 2026 19:38:35 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet/page/2#post-2093930 Mon, 20 Jan 2020 13:02:54 +0000 auditorycortex 2093930@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They're all gorgeously constructed-- what great finds!&nbsp; Sleeves seem a little long on first one. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet/page/2#post-2093890 Mon, 20 Jan 2020 03:35:26 +0000 Jaime 2093890@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>The Cat</b> - Thank you for the detailed suggestions! I will be referring back to them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet/page/2#post-2093855 Sun, 19 Jan 2020 23:45:36 +0000 The Cat 2093855@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, they are all great, so keep all of them! You can wear them with anything. My favourite is #1 and #2 - such a sophisticated colour and design. Would be fun to wear with a skirt/dress in soft green. Or with charcoal pants and a light grey shirt/blouse.</p> <p>I have a black coat in the same style as yours, bought in 1993, still looking great and winning me compliments. Always nice to wear over dressy outfits. But I like juxtapositions, so I occasionally wear it with items like these: blue/black straight jeans, silver fashion flatform sneakers, turtleneck pullover and a beret.</p> <p>The black leather jacket could be fun to wear with checked black&amp;white pants/skirt and red boots. Or you could style it with a silver grey or purple elegant skirt/dress and dressy shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2093672 Sun, 19 Jan 2020 03:10:17 +0000 Jaime 2093672@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Avicennia - this is such an interesting point. For several years after going grey I avoided brown. Then I slowly started with cognac, and now, as you see, brown is back. It helps that my skin color is olive I think. In short - try it again! You might like it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2093637 Sat, 18 Jan 2020 21:52:54 +0000 avicennia 2093637@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Shevia — I’m late to the game commenting (I only check the forum on weekends). Love the coats, particularly the Valentino overcoat. I’m intrigued by your ability to pull off brown. Since going silver, I can no longer wear brown, tan, cream and ivory. But it looks great on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092907 Wed, 15 Jan 2020 19:31:24 +0000 Roxanna 2092907@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love that Valentino. Impeccable clean lines, beautiful collar, beautiful colour, and not boring at all - in fct I think the length makes it dramatic and I bet it was that 'swoosh' factor when you move. KEEP! and WEAR!</p> <p>(I also have a collection of thrifted coats that I should be wearing vs. the same puffer every day. You might have inspired me!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092724 Wed, 15 Jan 2020 05:05:30 +0000 Jaime 2092724@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That is a great question Joy. It really depends on the fit and also how embedded the shoulder pad is. I actually like a well done shoulder pad on me, but do tend to remove them from blouses. I think it is a case by case decision but maybe you should post a question with samples if you have any! I would love to hear other people's thoughts. </p> </p> <p>ETA <b>Roxanna</b>! I want to see those coats!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092714 Wed, 15 Jan 2020 04:39:17 +0000 Anonymous 2092714@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jaime, each coat looks amazing with your perfect styling. I would keep them all for now. What do you do with those that have obvious shoulder pads? I am finding some great coats with them but fear removal would change the fit of the coat too much. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092698 Wed, 15 Jan 2020 03:01:47 +0000 Jaime 2092698@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you all so much! And wow, I like a diverse bunch of opinions. I will definitely wear the Gaultier more often - I was feeling a little overwhelmed by it but apparently I just have to remember who's boss!<br /><b><br />nemosmom</b> - Well, technically I don't have to get rid of anything heh heh!&nbsp;<br /><b>Vildy</b> - Thank you for your opinion. I will look at the brown coat through your eyes. The problem for me is I don't need much of anything for my lifestyle. But I enjoy many things I don't need.<br /><b>NancyW</b> Thank you so much. That is a great compliment!<br /><b>RobinF</b>&nbsp; Belt reassurance is just what I need - thanks!<br /><b>torontogirl</b> - Well no, it is more a question of should I than must I .<br /><b>Janet</b> - Yes why don't you have these jeans ? TheRealReal for cheap designer jeans, sometimes new with tags, take a look. I love your styling suggestions and goodness knows I have enough scarves etc. to play with.<br /><b>Bijou</b> - Thank you! Yes editing my closet is kind of ridiculous. I don't edit so much as revolve and evolve.&nbsp;<br /><b>suntiger</b> - Will do!<br /><b>Cardiff girl</b> - Thank you - you are probably right!<br /><b>Jaileen</b> - Thank you! Long wool coat is appreciative of some support!<br /><b>Suz</b> - Yes, exactly, it is wear it now or never here.<br /><b>kellygirl</b> Thank you - I am trying to take your approach.<br /><b>rachylou</b> - As it should be I suppose .<br /><b>Eliza</b> - Thank you for your thoughtful comment. I do love having a variety of coats, or rather I do love finding vintage and unusual coats and wearing them is the bonus.<br /><b>notsaf</b> - Thank you. Generally I avoid belting because I don't really have a distinct waist. It only works when the garment itself has enough bulk to create a the illusion of wider hips.<br /><b>kkards</b> Actually the thing I like best about Miss V is that it is brown not black .<br /><b>Glory</b> Excellent point !<br /><b>Jenni NZ</b> I love a good spanner comment. I am considering everything.<br /><b>Sal</b> Thank you! Truthfully I would keep them all if they all are wearable and I wear them. Because I am a wardrobe maximalist. There I said it .<br /><b>Kate</b> - Thank you! Very excited about making the Gaultier more of a signature.<br /><b>April</b> Yay to team silver curls! Hmm, maybe you, me and your son should get together next summer? Although I am a very unsocial thrifter, I am good for the coffee in between stops .<br /><b>slim cat</b> - Thank you! I am going to guess that all three coats are from the 90s actually. I have to double check, but I think so. Kooky but true.<br /><b>Angie</b> Uh oh! Thank you for recognizing the courage that belt took. It has finally dawned on me that instead of making my waist smaller, my hips just need to be bigger! Thank you for your always generous thoughts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092669 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 22:01:58 +0000 slim cat 2092669@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Like the long classic coat - but love the last one. Looks great belted on you - comfy and a bit in 1990s ( maybe I just miss my retired leather coat from that time ). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092666 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 21:32:09 +0000 April 2092666@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your coats have reminded me why I need to go thrifting more often with my son!&nbsp; He knows every thrift/vintage/consignment shop in NYC and coats are my weakness...</p> <p>Also, from one silvery curly girl to another -- let me say once again that I love your hair.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092661 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 21:05:18 +0000 Kate 2092661@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gaultier is hands down a winner. Love that on you. I also like the long wool coat, but I'm a sucker for that style.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092636 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 19:29:48 +0000 Sal 2092636@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The burgundy is a show stopper - what a great jacket on you!!&nbsp; And I love your snakeskin booties...</p> <p>Which one did you like best and is there one you are considering passing on?</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092623 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 19:03:57 +0000 Jenni NZ 2092623@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m with Vildy. I can’t see that the Valentino coat does anything for you. Sorry to say that just to me it looks boring- which in my view is not you! As Angie would say, I’m being a spanner on this coat. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092616 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 18:01:39 +0000 Glory 2092616@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All fantastic and I see no reason to get rid of any of them since they are in rotation now :). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092609 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 17:48:02 +0000 Angie 2092609@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>YAY! You're wearing your outerwear, <b>Jaime.</b> Milk it sister....</p> <p>My fave is the belted in #3 with those AMAZING snakeskin boots that bookend so beautifully. KILLER. Belting is my new best look for you, brave stylish lady </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092605 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 17:42:06 +0000 kkards 2092605@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>my 1st thought is that i want to go thrifting with you! my second is that both of those leather coats are fab! and i'd keep them both! the&nbsp;Miss V Valentino is nice, but not as special as the other 2, but i'm guessing that its the most practical... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092600 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 17:30:06 +0000 notsaf 2092600@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the last is my favorite. The way you've styled it is so perfect and complete. Why do you say belting was brave? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092594 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 17:19:15 +0000 Eliza 2092594@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice coats! See why they have stuck around...The Gaultier is gorgeous on you and such a unique silhouette. The long wool is a basic with the wider lapel detail and a versatile piece for styling. The shorter coat is practical for different purposes, but not full of panache. As to what you keep, all could play a role if you have space and like a nuanced coat collection. (I like having a range of coats in different fabrics, textures, degree of warmth, water resistance, etc. as my climate covers all possibilities). Assume the Gaultier stays regardless! It loves you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092588 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 16:57:44 +0000 rachylou 2092588@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They’re all great, all serve a different purpose. But the Gaultier - Yes, that one is a scene-stealer </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092580 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 16:36:32 +0000 kellygirl 2092580@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The burgundy is my fave but you wear all so well that it would be hard to choose. My default is keep them all and wear them often!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092552 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 16:11:04 +0000 Suz 2092552@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fabulous coats. I especially love the Gauthier and the long wool coat. You don't get a long season to wear them so enjoy them while you can!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092548 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 15:40:15 +0000 JAileen 2092548@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If space isn’t a problem, keep them! &nbsp;I love the wool coat on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092542 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 14:38:01 +0000 Cardiff girl 2092542@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think that you just need to get them out of the wardrobe more often!And maybe a cheery scarf or two would add something if you liked wearing scarves. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092534 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 14:17:02 +0000 Anonymous 2092534@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That burgundy is a great color on you! Keep them and wear </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092533 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 14:13:13 +0000 Bijou 2092533@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You always look good and have such interesting pieces, I can imagine editing your wardrobe would be incredibly difficult. #1 gets my vote as being the most special, I love the colour and also the back of the coat, a wonderful find. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092528 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 13:45:41 +0000 Janet 2092528@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, my favorite is the Gaultier -- it's so unique, and very you. Love it with those jeans too (why do I not have a pair of jeans like that??).</p> <p>My second favorite is the long wool coat -- it's classic and a great simple backdrop to wear with your excellent footwear, and patterned scarves would be wonderful with it. How about a cool vintage brooch on the lapel?&nbsp;</p> <p>I like the last one but it's not quite as fab or distinctive as the others. Still, it looks good and like it could be very useful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092524 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 13:36:37 +0000 Helena 2092524@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think these all look great - they totally work with your style and look very flattering. I'm with nemosmom; do you need to get rid of any?? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092519 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 13:20:32 +0000 RobinF 2092519@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow great coats! I agree the back of that first one is really fun and the belt works just fine on the last one! Keep wearing! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw--shopping-my-coat-closet#post-2092517 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 13:17:53 +0000 NancyW 2092517@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The coats are all treasures and I can see why you don’t want to part with them. Your styling is impeccable, every shoe/boot completes and compliments the coat you have paired it with. </p>