Fifteen Covetable Coats From Fall 2012
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In a season teeming with splashy, editorially friendly trends like patterned suits, over-the-top beading, and statement hats, designers did not entirely lose sight of the practical, many opening their shows with winter friendly, wear-them-to-pieces coats. Fur-trimmed, printed parkas were the story at Altuzarra and Mulberry, while, over at Dries van Noten and Chloé, unexpected details, such as horn and lace, made plain wool all the more appealing. And for the minimalists, Lanvin, Jil Sander, and Rachel Comey whipped up a few frill-free offerings that are far from boring. Sure, the weather might be trending toward balmy from here on out, but, come November, you’ll be thrilled at the prospect of bundling up in one of these. And it’s best to mark your territory now – since we’re currently in the age of the “It” coat, these things tend to sell out fast. Click through to see the fifteen best options from fall 2012.
Rachel Comey A cocoon shape with bracelet length sleeves rendered in bright orange is a nod to the mod sixties, but utterly modern when paired wi...
Rachel Comey A cocoon shape with bracelet length sleeves rendered in bright orange is a nod to the mod sixties, but utterly modern when paired with cropped trousers and an oversized clutch. Photo: MATTEO VOLTA
Stella McCartney The vasrity-jacket-like banded collar seamlessly incorporates spring's sporty trend into a classic overcoat.
Proenza Schouler Take an oversized fur collar, mix in a nonchalant slouchy silhouette, and add some vibrant royal blue leather, and you get a bik...
Proenza Schouler Take an oversized fur collar, mix in a nonchalant slouchy silhouette, and add some vibrant royal blue leather, and you get a biker jacket that will have all the downtown girls clamoring over who will get their hands on this piece first.
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Jil Sander Simons showed a widely praised final collection for the ho use, filled with modern renditions of couture shapes, such as this volumino...
Jil Sander Simons showed a widely praised final collection for the ho use, filled with modern renditions of couture shapes, such as this voluminous double-faced coat in a vibrant red hue. Consider this piece a worthy investment in fashion history.
Chloé Feminine without being fussy, the use of lace lends an air of delicacy to a timeless camel coat.
Photo: Alessandro Lucioni/Alessan...
Chloé Feminine without being fussy, the use of lace lends an air of delicacy to a timeless camel coat.
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Sportmax This sporty all-white overcoat hits all the right notes: just boxy enough to be on trend without being completely shapeless, tailored to...
Sportmax This sporty all-white overcoat hits all the right notes: just boxy enough to be on trend without being completely shapeless, tailored to a tee in the shoulders, and featuring just enough texture with the fur to add some dimension to an otherwise spare design.
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Céline Phoebe Philo knows what women want — a closet staple that still manages to make a strong statement about one's aesthetic. This seas...
Céline Phoebe Philo knows what women want — a closet staple that still manages to make a strong statement about one's aesthetic. This season, it's hot pink, made of fur, and features a hefty leather half-belt to nip in the waist just a bit.
Balenciaga This severe, futuristic take on the trenchcoat is probably already in Marie-Amélie Sauvé's closet.
Photo: Alessandro L...
Balenciaga This severe, futuristic take on the trenchcoat is probably already in Marie-Amélie Sauvé's closet.
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Marc Jacobs Though the entire look initially appears a bit madcap, when deconstructed piece by piece, the nubbly fur and tinsel tweed overcoat is...
Marc Jacobs Though the entire look initially appears a bit madcap, when deconstructed piece by piece, the nubbly fur and tinsel tweed overcoat is the perfect counterpoint to a relaxed pair of jeans and heels.
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Isabel Marant Christened the David coat, Marant's oversized take on the masculine peacoat is a surefire best-seller that has the designer's signt...
Isabel Marant Christened the David coat, Marant's oversized take on the masculine peacoat is a surefire best-seller that has the designer's signture Parisian cool-girl aesthetic.
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Marni Joyously exaggerated pockets placed smack-dab in the middle of such a sleek design exemplify Marni quirk at its best.
Lanvin A raw hem trimmed in white adds an unexpected element of deconstruction to an otherwise perfectly refined coat.
Altuzarra This graphic black-and-white parka lined in fur is just showstopping.
Mulberry A printed swingy parka is a fun way to chase away the winter blues while still staying warm.
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Dries Van Noten The use of horn — instead of glitzy beading — as embellishment reinforces van Noten's subtle intellectual appeal.
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Dries Van Noten The use of horn — instead of glitzy beading — as embellishment reinforces van Noten's subtle intellectual appeal.
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