jackets over dolman sleeves?

So how do you guys manage to layer your regular jackets and coats over the new oversized, boxy, dolman shapes? I am thinking ahead to today's venture and realized this might be an issue. Maybe I need to purchase a cape lol!

12 years ago

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Angie

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Capes, cocoon coats, dolman sleeve coats and oversized coats are good solutions.

12 years ago

kellygirl

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I always wonder how people in cold climates layer in general--like how they layer a coat over a blazer. I've been wearing my poncho over my big dolman sweaters. My long LE coat is the only thing that I can fit over a dolman sweater but it is kind of hideous and I "save" that look for outdoor sporting events pretty much exclusively. Great question--I'm interested to hear what others do!

Did you get a nice dusting of snow?

12 years ago

MsMary

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I haven't had any trouble provided the dolman-sleeve item is reasonably lightweight.

12 years ago

NancyLee too

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I've lived in a cold climate for most of my life. The first thought when trying on outerwear is, "Will it fit over chunky knit sweater, blazer, 2 or 3 other layers, . . whatever?" It's not the time for bodycon look or any kind of close fit, that's for sure!

The next thing is to make sure the sleeves at least have a slippery lining. It's very annoying trying to get in and out of a coat if your sleeves are sticking. You end up like a little kid with her coat sleeves inside out

12 years ago

Anonymous

What MaryK said.

12 years ago

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Well, this is the sweater in question. I don't have any jackets specifically like Angie mentioned. Maybe I do need a cape/poncho or cocoon style now. Sheesh. It's always something.
I guess for today I'll just wrap a fluffy scarf around my neck a few times.

Kelly, just a dusting of snow, really. Since January we haven't had more than a few inches at a time.

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12 years ago

Angie

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Kelly, I only buy coats if they fit over my jackets and leather motos. Otherwise there is little point.

12 years ago

Anonymous

That looks pretty lightweight -- if your coats are cut tight you'll have trouble but if they are not snug you should be fine.

12 years ago

Suz

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I'm with Angie, I always buy my overcoats to fit over top of a blazer or leather jacket.

Mo, I think this light sweater should work fine under a regular coat. It's on the bulky big sleeved ones that create problems. I probably wouldn't wear it with a blazer because I am sensitive to that sort of pulling/ tightness, but if you are only wearing a coat on top it should be fine.

12 years ago

lyn67

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Good question, Mo- there was a time when I passed on dolman sleeves for this very severe reason: if have a dolman sleeve sweatter, you need a dolman sleeve coat, too:-)

12 years ago

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