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The fit is perfect and I love you in pink! Several years ago I bought a Landsend puffer jacket in pink in a similar style. I thought it was too bright a pink and was going to return it except DH loved the color on me. He usually never comments without being asked. Well, to make a long story short, I kept it and all I got was compliments and questions as to where I bought it. The color made me happy during our long gray winter. I was sad to see it go!
I haven't read all the other opinions but I really like the gray. The pink flatters you but is really LOUD and I don't think it fits your style very well. Especially since you are still trying to get the basics of your coat wardrobe covered, I would stick to neutral colors and add something bright and fun later if you can and want to do so.
Thanks Amy! I'm going to ask my friends in case they're online this evening what they think about it, but generally the grey one would fit much better into local (student) style. Colors are mostly dark and neutral and the style is mostly casual, relaxed and more minimal than maximal. Even with the not so bright colors I wear I'm often one of the more colorful people in a room.
Thanks for the input, Jorja!
Thanks Brenda! The argument that I'm still covering my basics is a good one. I also agree that I'm not one for loud colors usually, you just have to take a look at my Pinterest style board to see that's true.
Astrid, the gray puffer looks fabulous on you! It's a beautiful soft neutral color and the lining is fun for a discreet pop of color.
I did love the pink on you, but I understand what you're saying about your environmental norms, and it sounds like a neutral color will work better for you.
I say, go gray and have fun with colors in your hats and scarves. It looks great. Though the pink is very do-able, it's the first thing you notice, whereas with the gray I notice your own attractive hair color and coloring. And you still can wear lots of bright colors in your clothing-sweaters and such.
I am hard put to decide which is more flattering but I actually want to vote for grey because it seems the more unusual choice with the neon details. And it looks lovely as a complement to your hair, did you know?
Thanks Unfrumped! I agree that with the pink you're seeing the color before you see me. I think I'll keep the grey if it looks good in natural light.
Thanks Manidipa! I didn't really pay attention to my hair, but it does look nice with it. Also agree that the neon details are something special, I haven't seen any other coat with this feature.
If you feel good in the grey, I would keep it. You need a warm coat, young lady! The fit is wonderful. I get that the pink sticks out too much around here.
Astrid, I vote keep the grey one. It looks great (they both do) but you are more of a grey coat girl and it would give you no headaches when it comes to mixing it with your existing wardrobe.
A good coat is hard to find and your winters are not mild.
Thanks Ornella! And you're right, the grey is more of a no brainer. I can always get another one in a happy (and not so loud) color later on. I've finally realised that with our climate it's alright to have some options with outerwear.
I love the pink as well but I think the grey is wonderful. You can add a scarf as you wish in any colour. Not saying that one must fit in, but when I lived in Germany I found women wore mostly neutrals as outerwear, similar to France.
Good discussion going on here, Astrid. I think the grey is a wonderful choice. You won't feel as conspicuous as you would in the pink. Also, I think the grey coat will have more longevity (as in, you won't tire of the color quickly). Call it taupe if that makes you feel any better; I think it looks nice on you! I know how hard it is for you to find good coats that fit you. The fit on this really is stellar, which we all know is nigh impossible for anyone, petite or not, in a puffer.
Chiming in late, but I vote for the grey, even though I know how frustrating it is when a shade is off. Judging from the pic in 6 though I don't think it'll give you too many problems; I think I'm a soft summer too, and the greys that give me the hardest time are the lighter, brighter, more yellow ones. I do love blue greys the best, so I understand your disappointment, but the cut of that coat is so flattering on you! You'd regret giving it up.
Oh, Astrid! Any decision? I would like the grey to be more slate than it is. It's a perfect fit either way, and honestly I prefer the pink on you objectively despite preferring silver in general. But you are the one who will wear it... You really can't go wrong.
Thanks Caro! It's interesting that you think this looks like Euro chic. I have to say I've still not quite understood what this term is supposed to describe...