Black coat
A black coat is one of the cult elements of the wardrobe, the invariable choice of people who want to look stylish in any circumstances. A black coat will become the pearl of a fashionable look for both men and women. Due to its universal elegance and practicality, the model is able to create combinations in various styles.
The features of this element of outerwear lie in a harmonious combination of consistently winning color and style, actual non-staining and practicality. No matter how many years pass, the black coat invariably remains an example of an ageless classic that never goes out of trend.
Who will go? There are practically no exceptions. The black coat exists outside the framework and conventions, suitable for people with any type of appearance and taste preferences. However, one should be careful when choosing for people suffering from excessive thinness, since the black color is distinguished by the fact that it invariably slims and visually reduces the figure. It is not recommended to choose a black coat for women over fifty because of a slight aging effect.
Black is known for its versatility. Practical and non-staining, perfectly masking dirt and stains and concealing figure flaws. Trying to unravel the mystery of the invariable attractiveness of black, various, sometimes diametrically opposed, properties are attributed to this color.Black is both the color of passion and the color of loneliness, a symbol of sadness and at the same time a color that gives a feeling of security and peace. It is worn by strong ambitious personalities and those who are trying to attract as little attention as possible, elegant socialites and timid gray mice - black takes everyone into his hospitable arms, paints everyone.
The secret of such versatility is the ability to wear black and choose the right combination of colors. Do not forget that, with all its unique features, black is quite complex and capricious. He seeks to dominate in any union, moreover, he has the ability to darken and hide the brightness of other colors, impoverishing the palette of the image.
When working with black, you should remember that the color is achromatic, that is, devoid of parameters such as saturation and hue. Operating with such a dark color, which is, in fact, the absence of any color, we can only talk about different lightness and shades.
Different types of appearance are shown certain shades of black. A girl of the winter type is recommended shades of eggplant, blue-black, prunes and rich dark gray off-black. The tenderness of the spring type is emphasized by lighter tones of graphite, silicon or marengo. A cool summer color type requires deep colors like ebony black, blackberry or black aventurine. Bright autumn girls will suit diluted warm shades of wine-black or chokeberry color.
When constructing an ensemble of black with other colors, two types of contrast are used - by lightness and by color saturation.When constructing the contrast of light and dark, it should be taken into account that the harmonic balance depends on the area of light and shade spots. Black, as a heavier one, draws most of the attention to itself, often making the image rough. This can be compensated by the principle of interpenetration - the use of inserts and details in the form of contrasting spots of black or color from the palette of your color type.
Do not forget about the main classic combinations of black, which invariably give excellent stylish looks.
The black and white combination is the basis of the foundations, a classic expression of the dualistic principle in color, glorifying the eternal antagonism of light and darkness, day and night, good and evil. However, even such a rich combination can look faded and inexpressive if the colors are mixed in a fifty-fifty ratio. To unleash the full potential of this range, you should focus on one color, using the second only as a border or accent. White prints look good on black - a cage, a line, a geometric ornament.
As a softer variation of the black and white combination, combinations of black with shades of beige are often used. Subtle creamy, pearl and cream tones will bring notes of warmth and tenderness to the image, and will emphasize femininity. While maintaining the elegance of black and white, such a color palette looks more romantic and light.
A combination of black and gray would also be a good option. You just need to dilute the image with a few bright accessories or an interesting texture, experiment with the style and color spots so that the ensemble does not look too dull and faded. An interesting alternative to gray would be the use of silver.The introduction of shiny silver elements into the image will immediately create a festive solemn atmosphere.
The black and red combination looks consistently spectacular and hot. A similar choice of colors is suitable for a solemn exit. Red and black create a strong contrast that instantly catches the eye, attracts attention, enchants and entices with its juicy passion. Combining such bright colors, it is worth remembering the measure and sense of taste, since there is a danger of overdoing it and falling into vulgarity. Lovers of less outrageous images can prefer luxurious deep shades of red - wine, burgundy or cherry.
Pink and black is quite a harmonious combination, but this choice is more suitable for young girls than for older ladies. The pink color looks a bit frivolous and frivolous, bringing shades of childishness and airy subtle romance into the image. For people who are afraid to look infantile, you can advise rich shades of pink - magenta, pink cherry or fuchsia. Such colors in combination with black look expensive and stylish.
Combining black with rich blue has always been a win-win option. The charm of the range is based on bright contrast and deep richness of colors. Images in such a palette look luxurious and weighty, mature and stylish. This combination is ideal for business and classic style.
But green and black converge very reluctantly - most often such combinations look dirty and heavy. However, you can pick up calm shades of emerald or light green.This combination can decorate girls with a bright appearance, since a paler texture can easily be lost in a similar range.
Contrasting and bold options are born when black is combined with yellow and orange. Here, too, you should be careful when choosing a color, because too bright shades are dirty and look flashy. You should choose calmer muted tones, better as a soft print. In this version, the image will turn out to be calm and noble, full of grace and stature.
The combination of black with shades of black itself also looks interesting. This style is called total look. Fans of a pure black ensemble are convinced that this strong and elegant color does not need to be diluted to create looks worthy of being called a style icon. The main focus is the clean silhouette and outlines of the figure. The secret of the total look is the use of depth and shades of black, as well as playing with different textures, which allows you to create quite voluminous and contrasting transitions.
Popular styles and models
It is possible to distinguish the main types of men's fashionable coats.
A pea jacket is a double-breasted coat fastened with large metal or bone buttons. Usually shortened. The heaviness of the model is given by large wide lapels and a large collar.
The overcoat is standardly produced in length up to the level of the knees or below. Features a double-breasted cut, rolled-up sleeves and a voluminous collar with fixed lapels. A distinctive feature of the model is a voluminous fold located on the back, fastened with a strap.
The coat of the duffle coat model is distinguished by the presence of a hood and fasteners in the form of large elongated wooden buttons of the “walrus tooth” type, which are attached to wide laced loops. The classic length of such a coat varies within three quarters.
The strict style of krombi does not imply any special excesses. Straight fit, usually single-breasted, recessed hidden closure. Mandatory is the presence of two pockets on the sides and an upper chest pocket - these are the distinctive features of the style.
Stylish chesterfield involves a straight cut, adjacent to the figure. The design is distinguished by the presence of a hidden fastener, as well as a stylish velvet collar. Single-breasted coat with two side pockets. A distinctive feature is an additional mini-pocket on the right.
A double-breasted polo coat looks more informal. The model boasts voluminous patch pockets on the sides and a long belt casually tightened at the waist.
Raglan is distinguished by a specific cut of the sleeve, sewn in such a way as to be integral with the line of the shoulder. The typical length of a raglan is to the level of the knees and below, up to the length of the maxi.
Models inherent in women's coats include both types borrowed from men's fashion - a pea coat, duffle coat and overcoat - and original styles.
A trench coat is distinguished by its length strictly to the knee and a straight cut. There is an elegant neat collar.
The style of the redingote coat is distinguished by its original silhouette: initially fitted, but expanding down like a bell. The collar is cut with a shawl, there is a rather long stylish slot at the back.
A single-breasted, three-quarter-length coat, originally equipped with a hood, is called a duffle coat. Its distinctive feature is the walrus tusk buttons.
A typical women's unique style can be called a wrap coat, otherwise called a bathrobe coat. This type of coat is often worn with an extravagant belt.
The one-piece poncho coat has a loose original silhouette. It looks unusual and bold, besides it is very comfortable to use.
For lovers of a free original cut, a coat made in the French style is suitable. It is also characterized by three-quarter sleeves and a hood with a fastener.
With a hood, the coat looks quite interesting and, depending on the style, it can add a touch of sporty style to the image or emphasize femininity. The hood can serve both purely practical purposes - to protect from the weather, and perform a purely decorative role.
The voluminous, oversized swagger coat is knee-length and features wide raglan sleeves. Style variations offer models of the form of a trapezoid expanding from below or a bell skirt.
Coat models with a collar always look chic and rich. The classic version uses an English collar or stand-up collar. Current trends bring knitted collars and asymmetric collars into trend.
With leather sleeves, the coat looks quite unusual and extravagant. Thanks to the visible difference in texture, you can create unique images based on the game with color depth and saturation of shades.
A straight coat is an inescapable classic of the genre. In a coat of this cut, you can always look stylish and strict. A straight cut visually stretches the silhouette, so you should not choose a floor-length coat. The optimal length is to the middle of the knee.
The fitted coat is simply created to emphasize femininity and grace of forms.Ideal for girls with hourglass body type. Often the model is additionally equipped with a belt to further focus on the waist area.
A flared coat brings shades of playfulness and coquetry to the image. The model is suitable for all types of figures, due to the successful cut concealing any figure flaws. A long coat will suit an adult lady, creating a strict romantic look, and short variations will adorn a young girl.
With embroidery, the coat looks expensive and interesting. Now embroidered and knitted accents on clothes are in fashion, giving the image a flair of sophistication.
Coat with a zipper looks modern and original. Such models can be made in a comfortable sporty style. Often such a coat is decorated with decorative buttons.
Coat models with large buttons will never go out of style. Large, often even rough buttons are associated with the military origin of the coat model, bringing sharp military notes to the image.
All types of outerwear trimmed with fur look incredibly beautiful, expensive and elegant. With regard to the coat, both minor blotches and massive fur elements can be used. The collar and cuffs are usually decorated, there are varieties insulated with fur from the inside.
A winter coat will allow you to look elegant and fragile even in cold weather, which compares favorably with winter jackets and down jackets. Whatever the insulation, the style of the coat invariably slims and gives the figure femininity.
The length of the coat varies depending on the cut and style. The choice of length depends on climatic conditions and the season, as well as the features of the figure.
A long coat is recommended for the winter season as it retains heat better and protects the legs.This cut looks better on tall people. Those who are distinguished by a miniature physique seem disproportionately shortened in such attire. A long coat creates a strict and elegant look, which will be emphasized by a belt at the waist.
A short coat will suit people of short and medium height. The images created by the short cut are distinguished by mischievous playfulness and emphasized femininity. This length is optimal for the off-season and cold winters.
The length of the coat to the knee is considered medium and universal, suitable for any height and body type. This cut gives a wide scope to the imagination, allowing you to create a variety of images, freely combine accessories and clothing details.
A three-quarter length coat looks more strict and obliging. It is shown to people of high and medium height, because due to the length it can successfully balance the silhouette.
The material from which the coat is made must be dense, warm, comfortable to wear and of consistently high quality.
Cashmere is made from the undercoat of goats, which is why the material is so soft and comfortable. It perfectly holds and retains heat, therefore it is used to make not only demi-season, but also winter coats. The two main disadvantages of the material are the high cost and its capriciousness. Cashmere requires careful handling and careful care.
Drap is a simpler material, more dense and unpretentious. This is a heavy dense woolen fabric, due to the special type of weaving providing excellent thermal insulation. The material is non-staining and practical, it is a good option for a warm coat.
Woolen coat will be an excellent choice for the cold season.Wool is resistant to moisture, perfectly retains heat, while allowing the body to breathe. Woolen coats always look stylish and expensive, the fabric is quite practical and versatile. The disadvantages include the fact that the material is not hypoallergenic and requires, albeit minimal, but operating costs.
A quilted coat will be the perfect solution for the winter cold. The model is a two-layer fabric, padded with insulation. As a heater, natural materials such as down or synthetic materials that are gaining popularity can act. The most common are synthetic winterizer and holofiber - light and perfectly retaining heat.
Bologna coat is very important for rainy autumn and slushy off-season. Bologna is waterproof, non-staining, practical to use and excellent thermal insulation.
How to choose the right coat?
You should focus primarily on height and physique, since the length and style of a suitable coat directly depends on this. Also an important point is for which season the coat is selected. It depends on the material and cut.
After choosing a model, an important question arises: what to wear? Since the coat basically assumes a classic in creating an image, you should approach this issue in detail.
To create an image in a strict business style, you can choose a pencil skirt, dress pants or a dress with a straight cut. Do not use overly bright flashy shades. The style will also emphasize minimalism in details and accessories. A rectangular handbag, high ankle boots, a discreet scarf will gracefully fit into the image.
Youth style prefers short coat models. It is advantageous to combine them with tight trousers, leggings, jeans or short skirts. To emphasize individuality, bright accessories are needed - textured scarves, bright shoes, voluminous bags or knitted hats.
Pair a hooded coat with a wide-neck knitted sweater.
When creating an image around a black coat, it is the accessories that are the key point of style birth.
The scarf is able to diversify and radically change any image. Both heavy knitted scarves and light chiffon ones look good. By choosing a different material, you can give the image lightness or, conversely, slightly weight it, make it more voluminous. The choice of color is also important: textured black for a total look, contrasting blue or red to create a bright eye-catching image, muted pastel colors to make the image romantic.
The bag in the classic version is selected black rectangular, but modern trends allow for various variations to make the image more informal. A voluminous bag of saturated beige or brown tones looks stylish, more conservative-minded people can pick up a handbag in gray and silver shades. The rich blue handbag looks great, it sets off the black, giving it depth and freshness.
A headdress is a fairly simple way to diversify your image, give it new facets. A black coat harmonizes well with knitted and textile hats of various styles. A black coat looks stylish and feminine in combination with flirty cloche hats or hats with fields.
Scarves are able to successfully decorate and break up the style monotony of a black coat.The scarf serves as a bright semantic spot that attracts the eye and conveys the mood and character of its owner. A scarf can simply be tied or fastened with a beautiful brooch.
What shoes go with a black coat? The choice of shoes is very important. The main rule to follow is that the longer the top, the shorter the bottom should be.
Sneakers are a rather unexpected choice to pair a smart black coat, but modern eclectic fashion trends make it possible. Such a choice will give out in its bearer a bold, bold nature, not afraid of difficulties.
Boots are the perfect combination to pair with a cropped black coat. With a mini coat, it is even possible to wear extravagant knee-length boots. The only subtlety is that boots must be with heels, such a design will emphasize the style of the coat and give out the good taste of its owner. Brown boots will be an interesting and juicy option.
Ankle boots and low shoes with heels or platform look elegant and feminine. Such shoes will suit both the youth style and the classics, and shortened coat models and long ones.
Models for teenagers are distinguished by bold and original design solutions. Fashion designers are actively experimenting with the cut, creating bright original images of a coat with a hood and an asymmetric collar. Youth fashion brings a touch of sporty style to the classic coat, making these clothes shorter and looser.
How to decorate your image? With the help of accessories and details, color spots and play in contrast. A string of beads, a light scarf or a handkerchief tucked into a breast pocket - any detail will play against a black background.
Overview of brand new products
Mango offers a wide range of flared coats and fitted coats with a belt.
You can find a good selection of long models in the Zara collection. Wool and bologna coats are suitable for the winter season.
Befree presents models with a straight and fitted cut. The collection has interesting variations with leather sleeves and fur.
Incity designers focus on stylish youth models, styles with an asymmetrical collar and an original cut.
The black coat is the constant choice of celebrities.
Fans of this element of clothing in combination with a casual dress are such stars as Jennifer Aniston, Cameron Diaz, Beyoncé. Olivia Palermo prefers a black knee-length coat with animal prints. Gwyneth Paltrow and Angelina Jolie choose a classic combination of a coat with business suits. Double-breasted drape coats are favorites of Jennifer Lopez, Sarah Jessica Parker, Victoria Beckham and Diana Argon. The Olsen sisters promote the combination of a black coat with overalls and bright yellow accessories.
The uniqueness of the black coat is in the ability to create consistently stylish images using a minimum of tricks. Any detail or accessory will add new facets to the image, making black play in a new way. The strict classic cut of the black coat ennobles any look, allowing you to look great and dignified.