Long women's coat
In anticipation of the cold period, everyone seeks to insulate their own wardrobe with high-quality outerwear. Among the abundance of warm jackets, down jackets, parkas and fur coats, modern ladies are increasingly choosing a coat. And the opinion that this element of the wardrobe is cold, no matter how insulated it is, is erroneous, because if you choose not a shortened, but a longer model, it will warm no worse than a natural fur coat.
It is interesting that women began to consider the coat as a warm and elegant thing relatively recently, and this idea was transformed in the minds of people along with the course of the era. How do modern elongated models differ from previous ones?
Peculiarities
Current fashion designers have diversified the elongated models of women's coats to impossibility, but the first styles that appeared back in the 18th century were boring, monotonous, and were more work clothes than a stylish thing.
Already in the 19th century, the styles acquired a more feminine look, distinguished by the refinement of the silhouette, single-breasted cut and elegance. In the 20th century, coat models acquired a more modern look, and the concepts of a trapezoid and fitted cut appeared in fashionable everyday life.
The 21st century is marked by new technologies and allows girls to emphasize their own individuality with stylish coat cuts at any time of the year. Choosing a light sleeveless model, you can shine in a coat that looks like an elongated cape, even in summer.
Having settled on a long and solid woolen model on a heater, it will not work to freeze even in the most severe frosts. But still, the main function of modern coat models is to protect against moisture in an unstable off-season. But it is worth considering that such a universal length is not suitable for all young ladies.
Who will suit
Best of all, an elongated coat model suits girls of high and medium height. On small ones, a large length looks at least ridiculous, and in addition, it also lands the silhouette. But you don’t have to worry about the figure: the length of the coat will not negatively affect the girl’s appearance, even if she is at least very non-standard and lush volumes, at least noticeably thin physique. But the ideal model for the type of figure, nevertheless, would not hurt to learn how to choose:
- Girls with a pear-shaped figure will suit a coat with a voluminous upper part. It can be a collar or some decorative element that will make the silhouette more proportional. It is better to choose a fitted style, and the length - to the ankles or below.
- It is better for broad-shouldered young ladies to choose a model that does not have decorative elements in the upper part. The cut can be trapezoidal or flared. You can also choose a coat model with a pleated skirt, but the main thing is that it be voluminous enough.
- For girls with a rectangular silhouette, it is important to highlight the waist, so models of elongated coats with a belt are ideal for them.The skirt in this case can be asymmetrical or flared, and the upper part of the outfit can be complemented by pleating.
- For curvy girls, it is better to choose a wrap coat model. The main thing is that it should not be decorated with an abundance of decor, but should have a strict look. If you do not want to choose a monochromatic dark color model, you can choose a coat with a vertical print. The length can be below the knee or reach the middle of the ankles.
- The easiest way to pick up a coat for young ladies with an hourglass silhouette. For them, any elongated model will become an ornament, as long as the size is suitable.
Popular Models
This season, designers decided to make the long coat the main element of the bohemian look. Regardless of the cut and appearance, their modern models look refined and elegant. They attract attention with a variety of solid colors, including emerald green, mustard yellow, red, crimson, blue, lilac and blue.
A real rush of fashion is a classic range that combines shades of black, gray and brown. The list of fashionable patterns includes abstraction, cage and stripes, but I would like to pay special attention to the styles that are now popular.
Unlined
The model of a long unlined coat looks light, unobtrusive and is ideal for a warm period. In most cases, such coats come without a collar and hood, but there are exceptions.
Quite often, unlined coats can go without fasteners, when the only fastening element is a belt, but this is only when it comes to cold models. Coats for a warm off-season are also often unlined, but they differ in a cut that is more familiar to this type of clothing.
Warm
Insulated models of long coats always have a lining, under which there may be a layer of synthetic winterizer or batting. The outer part of the product is always sewn from a warm material such as 100% wool or its varieties.
The warmest is the double-breasted model of a woolen coat, as a wide placket with two rows of buttons does not allow the wind to seep under the product. Another essential element of a warm coat is a hood. It is most often deep and insulated in the same way as the rest of the product.
With belt
Fitted coat models are always complemented with a belt. This style is the most popular, because it allows young ladies to emphasize the femininity and sophistication of the silhouette. The main feature and advantage of this style is versatility, because any woman, regardless of the type of figure, looks great in a coat with a belt. Interestingly, if you add a belt with a classic-cut coat, it will look just as elegant as in the case of a flared skirt.
oversize
A mega-demanded trend that has reached outerwear. An oversized coat can be straight or fitted, but the main thing is that the excess size completely hides the boundaries of the silhouette. It is worth considering that this coat model is ideal only for girls with a lack of weight. Regarding the length, the rule works perfectly - the longer, the better. Harmoniously, such models look asymmetrical, when the hem of the skirt of the product has a different length.
Military
The restraint of a military cut in an elongated version of the coat looks pretty good, although a strict aftertaste when looking at the model still remains.This is due to the fact that in such a model there are no any decorating details, and the elements that are present no longer play a decorative, but a practical value. The only exceptions are shoulder straps, which now have lost their original meaning. And so, the lapels on the sleeves, designed to pull them up in size and a wide belt that makes the silhouette elegant and sophisticated - everything is on point.
classic
Straight silhouette lines, the least amount of decor, a stylish belt and nothing more - these are the main features of the classics, which have become especially in demand this season. But the designers decided that this was not enough and modified the classic model of straight and fitted coats by increasing their length. In the Dior and Giorgio Armani collections, such models reach the ankles, while the pieces from Emilio Pucci and Elie Saab reach almost to the floor.
But other designers have followed the “long rule” and coats that can’t be called cropped are now present in the collections of Max Mara, Fendi and Balmain. The ladies were also pleased with elongated novelties by Narciso Rodrigues, Protagonist, Delpozo, Zimmermann and Balmain. Even Dolce & Gabbana, Burberry and others could not resist the mass hysteria. It is interesting that the models from these designers, although they are included in the category of elongated ones, are still quite different.
Length options
Long
This description fits coats that reach the length of the ankles or reach their middle. Dolce & Gabbana, Dior, Stella MacCartney and Kaelen made these coats classic, semi-fitted this season. Their distinguishing feature is minimalism in decor and a strict V-shaped neckline.Lively golden and cream colors make the classics more diverse, although there are models in more familiar colors.
Shorter front, longer back
A layered coat - a cape from the Mulberry collection is distinguished by the fact that it has an asymmetric length. Its front part looks much shorter than the back, and a large orange check on a white background gives the product its originality. The poncho coat from the Dsquared2 collection also has this feature, but unlike the previous model, it is full of national Mexican motifs. Yes, you can’t wear such coats to a formal event, but they will perfectly fit into your everyday look.
To the floor
The length that can best transform any look is the maxi. Emilio Pucci and Elie Saab have noticed this fact for a long time and created a coat model of this length this season. In the first case, this is a black coat with a star print in gold tones, and in the second case, a classic black model of a single-breasted maxi coat. And although such coats are not always practical, especially if you are used to being constantly on the move, you simply cannot find a better way to emphasize your elegance.
materials
Cashmere coats have always been considered one of the warmest, and all because they are unusually light and soft. But if you want to buy such a coat in an elongated version, it will cost a tidy sum. Long tweed coats are quite durable, but since they contain wool, you will have to protect them from moths. A long velor coat is very beautiful, but not practical, because it loses its shape. Modern fashionistas most often prefer to choose the following types of materials.
Genuine leather
It can be said without exaggeration that such coat models came down to us from heaven, because they were originally worn only by pilots. Drivers and security officers preferred to wear them in the 20th century, but they appeared in the women's wardrobe thanks to Christian Dior. In the 50s, the leather model of an elongated coat became extremely popular, but since fashion is cyclical this season, girls can also afford to wear it again. The model, complemented by chest or hip pockets, can reach the length of the middle of the ankles, or it can be quite long.
From raincoat fabric
An elongated model of a coat made of synthetic material - raincoat fabrics is ideal for an unpredictable off-season. In wet weather, you can go outside without fear, because the fabric is water-repellent. There is no need to be afraid to get the hem of the coat dirty, and this often happens with long models, because the material is easily cleaned with a regular brush. But practicality is not the only advantage of a raincoat coat. The characteristic reflection of the material always gives the image of elegance, chic and luxury.
Suede
Suede is a natural, but very impractical material and all girls know about it. But still, this does not prevent them from putting on a brand new model of some suede little thing almost every season. This is not strange, because this material exudes nobility and beauty. This season, designers decided to follow the call of the classics and create a collection of suede coats in a simple yet elegant style. Sometimes such models are supplemented with natural fur to give the product more charm.
Wool
And even if this material has to be protected from moths, even if it pricks and tends to shrink, it is this material that is most often chosen for sewing coats.This is due to the fact that wool is the warmest of the currently known material and warms even in the most severe cold. Subject to the rules of care, a long coat made of 100% wool can serve faithfully for more than a dozen years. And given that this material never goes out of style, we can assume that an elongated wool coat will become a real lifesaver for many years.
With what and how to wear
The rule, which fashion experts in no way advise to violate in the process of wearing an elongated coat, is that the hems of skirts and dresses should not peek out from under outerwear. Even if the color of the coat perfectly matches the shade of the bottom outfit, this should not be done, because the image will look untidy. The best option may be skirts and dresses of mini or medium length, and not flared. With other elements of the wardrobe, you should also follow the rules when combined.
- If you choose trousers or jeans, then they must be skinny like boyfriends.
- Blouses, tunics, turtlenecks and sweaters should contrast in color with coats, but this rule only applies if you prefer to wear your outerwear unbuttoned.
- Gloves and scarves will be a lifesaver in the cold season, and they should be matched to the tone of the coat. It does not have to be an identical shade, but the main thing is that it be from the same color range. Black leather gloves are a versatile option.
It is worth considering that these rules are appropriate only for those young ladies who prefer to be conservative in choosing a stylish look. For informals, even the most unusual combinations can be ideal.
With a long skirt
A midi-length skirt can be quite combined with a floor-length coat model, even if the girl wears it unbuttoned. The effect of layering, which is especially relevant now, can play into the hands, and a woman will become a real style icon. If the dress or skirt has an asymmetrical hem that is slightly shortened in the front and longer in the back, that's even better, because the combination will not look so out of the ordinary. But even the most extraordinary young ladies should forget about too flared skirts.
With a knitted hat
Usually coats are complemented with stylish hats, elegant berets or, at worst, caps, but only the most extraordinary person can include a knitted hat in an image with an elongated coat. Maybe this is in vain, because as fashion experience shows, a long coat in this combination looks very good. Ideally, if the cap is tight or slightly loose at the top. In this case, it is better to forget about large pompoms.
What shoes to choose
But with regard to shoes, you should first of all focus on the cut and style of the coat itself. Combining the classic strict model of a long outerwear with sports sneakers can look ridiculous. The same goes for the sporty style of a quilted raincoat coat, which is combined with high-heeled shoes. Which coat model is ideally combined with the following types of shoes?
With sneakers
Elongated coat models look good - ponchos and unusual oversized ones. Those girls who combine the classic model of a double-breasted or single-breasted coat with sneakers are also trying to make the image extraordinary. Best of all, sneakers look when the coat is slightly fitted or straight, and also reaches the length of the middle of the ankles.
With long boots
With over the knee boots or just elongated boots, sports models of long coats are best combined. You can combine such shoes with classic coats, but then it should be complemented by a noticeable heel. In other cases, shoes can be low-speed, but the main thing is that they harmoniously combine in color with the product.
With boots and ankle boots
Youth models of coats - cocoons and capes - are best combined with such shoes. Their length can reach the middle of the ankles, but the heels and wedges, which are always present on models of such shoes, make the image as feminine and sophisticated as possible.
With boots
Almost all types of modern coats are combined with boots with a small heel. The only exceptions are maxi with a pleated and flared skirt. It is important to consider that it is better to complement a casual look with such shoes, and for a more rigorous one, choose other models.
Overview of brand new products
We mentioned many brand new products from foreign fashion designers with a name, but the collections of domestic designers are no worse. And although they are not so popular, there is more than enough creativity and originality in the clothes they have created. Even classic coat models in their performance look unusually fresh and new. Consider the most interesting collections from the most promising Moscow designers.
Vika Smolyanitskaya
The artist and photographer, who started her fashion and design career in 2007, has already released four clothing lines. The Vika Smolyanitskaya line deserves special attention, which confirms the originality of the designer's vision.
Inspired by the street fashions of New York and Los Angeles, Victoria decorated the elongated models of her coats with original and colorful prints in the style of old comics. In such a coat, you will definitely not go unnoticed, especially considering that the cut of the coat itself is unusual and is distinguished by a loose fit and dropped sleeves.
Ekaterina Smolina
Unlike the previous designer, Ekaterina Smolina prefers to create coat models in a classic style. They are universal, ideal for young ladies of any age and build, and most importantly, they combine the charm of France, the quality of Italy and domestic practicality.
Voluminous and narrowed sleeves, trapezoidal, flared and straight skirts, as well as natural furs of various colors on the collar, stylish leather belts - this is what distinguishes elongated coat models from Smolina. It is interesting that in the model range there are both plain coats in black, sand, emerald, blue, purple and blue, as well as models with prints in the form of stripes and colorful feathers.
Stylish bows and looks
A well-chosen bag will help to make an image with an elongated coat truly stylish. A coat is a thing that is elegant and sophisticated a priori, so you need to select the appropriate accessories. When choosing, the main thing is to focus on the style of the outfit: if the style is classic, then the bag will suit ladies and elegant, and if it is more modern, then you can even choose a voluminous bag. Please note that it is better not to complement models on the floor with mini-clutches, because such a handbag looks better with a midi length. An elongated coat model with a small leather bag will look quite original.