English coats "Duffle coat"

Content
  1. A bit of history
  2. Peculiarities
  3. How to choose and who will suit
  4. Popular styles
  5. Fashion trends (+ long)
  6. What to wear
  7. What shoes do you prefer
  8. What accessories are suitable
  9. Stylish images

A bit of history

Many people associate the duffle coat with the “naval jacket”, because initially this outerwear belonged to English naval officers. It was first published in its classic form in 1890, but earlier, until this year, such a jacket, or rather a coat similar to this, was worn by fishermen from the northern countries. The coat was made of warm camel wool fabric. The fabric was produced in Belgium in the city of Duffel. It is thanks to this city that the coat acquired such a name.

After the Second World War, this coat gained popularity among the inhabitants of Great Britain and France. And the model itself was let into the fashion world by designer Yves Saint Laurent in the 60s of the twentieth century. It was from that moment that the duffle coat entered the fashion industry.

Peculiarities

This coat can be classified as a classic coat. It is practical and irreplaceable. At the base of this outerwear line. Often such a jacket can be found in sand, dark blue, dark green and burgundy. It has a hood, rather wide sleeves and patch pockets.

The main difference between this style and others are fasteners. They are made in the form of leather loops and elongated buttons. The lining of this coat has a tartan check.

The fabric for the classic duffle coat was sewn from dense woolen fabric in a color close to camel hair.

How to choose and who will suit

How to choose such a coat? Most often, it is advised to follow the standard rules for choosing a coat. Perhaps the most important thing in choosing a coat is to choose the size. If you have a medium or curvy physique, then it is preferable to choose options in which the coat will emphasize the line of the silhouette. Due to the fact that the coat is sewn from dense fabric, figure flaws will be hidden.

If you have a slim or thin physique, then you can wear both a coat with an underline of the silhouette line and a plus size duffle coat. Do not forget to track the length of the shoulders, and do not skew.

Do not forget to monitor the quality. A good duffle coat is sewn exclusively from thick and fairly durable fabric and it always has a care label and comes with a spare button resembling a fang.

Popular styles

Despite the fact that the style of the duffle coat is classic and has a standard interpretation with a hood, the designers went ahead. To create a romantic look, you can take a flared duffle coat style to the bottom, to create a glamorous look, a coat with fur or from a contrasting fabric is suitable. But for lovers of the classics - a classic duffle coat with a straight cut.

Fashion trends (+ long)

Speaking about the duffle coat, it is worth saying that this is a classic coat and it has almost no upgrades, like the rest. The main styles remain classical and elongated. Such coats are most often performed by fashion designers in monochrome colors. Pockets, fabric on the elbows, shoulder inserts can be made of contrasting fabric. Recently, a duffle coat with leather sleeves has become popular. Leather is usually taken for such inserts in a dark contrasting color.Playing with the volumes and textures of the fabric, designers create the effect of layering and such models are popular with young people.

Among the recent fashion trends, by the way, one can single out a duffle coat with leather sleeves. It was the combination of skin and shades of camel and blue, dark green and chocolate that became popular.

What to wear

The women's duffle coat has a disposition towards a more sporty style of clothing, although in fact, despite this disposition, such clothes are universal and can be worn at work, in everyday walks. If you're pairing a duffle coat with dress pants, it's best to have them with creases and a blouse or shirt on top.

If you like cropped trousers, then the color of the trousers should be the same as the color of the coat, and then the perception of your image will be correct. A T-shirt, a shirt and a sweatshirt will suit this look.

Love tight fitting pants? This coat will go well with these trousers, and as for the color, choose it to match the color of the coat.

This style will look good with skirts. A pencil skirt would be perfect for this style. But as for girls with a thin physique, a pleated skirt will suit them here.

When choosing a sheath dress, pay attention to the fact that the dress should not protrude from under the coat.

And if you choose jeans, then the duffle coat is not whimsical in this and can be worn with any model of jeans that you like best.

What shoes do you prefer

The duffle coat is a very undemanding outerwear, but it is best to combine it with traditional high-top boots, preferably knee-high. This is the best option. Batillions, shortened boots are not appropriate for him. High berets with lacing are well suited to such a coat.Since the duffle coat is a sporty style, it can be worn with both sneakers and sneakers. They will always look good.

What accessories are suitable

Speaking of headdresses that can be matched with a duffle coat, their list is not so big. Berets, or knitted hats with pom-poms or a hat are well suited here.

To hide your neck in a scarf, it is better to choose a light chiffon scarf, or a long coarse knit scarf. The scarf can be worn on top of the duffle coat or tucked inside. In addition, do not forget about mittens or gloves, this accessory is better to choose the color of the coat.

Quite voluminous bags or bags with small handles are suitable for such a coat, although despite this you can choose a classic backpack and a small handbag, but always on a long strap.

There is also a very interesting accessory like sunglasses. It is better to choose a model with aviators, so your image will look very fashionable and beautiful.

Stylish images

A coat like a duffle coat will look good with any outfit. If you have a bad day, then a dark-colored skirt, both classic and flared, high knitted leggings worn over tights, the same rubber boots and a plaid shirt will be a beautiful combination and stylish look. It is better to take a bag large enough and also dark colors.

A duffle coat will look good with light jeans and loafers. This style is more youthful. You can take a backpack between the usual bags.

A gray duffle coat will look good with dark tights or leggings, as well as with jeans. You can wear gray high boots on your feet. Such an image will be feminine and comfortable.

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