Coat with cape - old trends in a new way

A cape is a round cape on the shoulders. It is worn over a coat, raincoat, dress. The length of the cape usually does not reach the waist slightly, but now there are also shorter options.

The cape coat has a long history. The name "pelerine" came to us from the French language. The modern French word "pelerine" (pelerine, cape) comes from the word "pelerin" (translated as "pilgrim"). After all, a cloak with a hood was considered the traditional clothing of the pilgrims. Such clothes protected the pilgrims from the sun, rain, wind and dust.

In the XV-XVI centuries, with the advent of the Renaissance in Europe, the cape began to enter the wardrobes of fashionistas.

It is believed that the Spaniards were the first to adopt the cape, then the French and Italians.

Capes were worn by both men and women. She created a romantic image and perfectly warmed in cold weather.

In the XVIII - XIX centuries. the cape has become extremely popular not only in Europe, but also in Russia. Coats with a cape were worn by officials, civilians, and the military. It entered the form of gymnasiums, monastic and private schools. In the women's fashion in Russia in those years, there were many variations of capes: a simple dense "caneza", decorative fur "giselle", etc.

At the end of the 19th century, the cape finally turned into decorative elements of the outfit. For its manufacture, velvet, silk, brocade, as well as the fur of ermine, sable, astrakhan fur, and chinchilla were used. The cape was trimmed with lace and gold or silver embroidery.

In the 20th century, fashion brought back simple cut capes, without special decorations, and gave them a flared shape.

The cape is a decorative element that adorns the coat. But, at the same time, the cape additionally warms the coat.

The cape on the coat adds sophistication, elegance and romance to your look.

The cape on the fitted coat helps shape the feminine hourglass silhouette.

Visually, a coat with a cape has something in common with a cape and a poncho, as well as with an old coat. But the cape is just a cape, while in the cape and salop there are slits for the hands. The poncho is worn as a separate element of the wardrobe, and it would be inappropriate to wear a poncho on a coat.

In each fashion season, famous fashion houses release models in cape coats on the catwalk. This product would be more correctly attributed to the eternal classics, which will be appropriate at all times.

Fur trim is in trend this season, so you can safely choose a model with a fur cape.

The broadtail will be especially popular.

Other relevant materials for coats this season are: suede, velveteen, velvet, sheepskin, matte and shiny leather.

When choosing a color, stop at prints such as:

- flower patterns;

- cell;

- horizontal stripes or blocks;

- "animal" print (leopard and zebra);

- geometric asymmetry.

Of the colors, gray, white, mustard, black, various bright colors will be especially relevant.

This season, you should choose a coat with a cape, either with a large collar or without a collar.

Actual coat decor this year:

- applications;

- large patch pockets;

- embroidery.

What to wear

A fedora hat or wide-brimmed felt hat is perfect for a caped coat.If you don't like wearing hats, you can opt for a simple beret.

Scarves are better to choose non-voluminous and narrow. The cape is a bright accent, and you should not overload the upper body with a wide voluminous scarf.

Complement your look with gloves of any length - and you will get an elegant and sophisticated retro look.

As a bag, you can choose a model of any size. Stop your choice on the classic strict forms of handbags. Refuse baggy, shapeless or rag models - they will be out of place in the image you are creating.

Boots, ankle boots, classic boots and shoes will be the preferred shoes for a coat with a cape. But sneakers and sneakers are unlikely to be appropriate in this case.

Stylish images

Exquisite snow-white double-breasted coat with a cape in a fitted silhouette below the knee. The coat is decorated with a white wide belt that can be removed. Silver sandals are worn with the coat.

Black wool double-breasted coat with cape. Fitted A-line, accentuated by a black wide belt. A black quilted clutch on a chain, decorated with openwork pink embroidery, is matched to the coat.

Navy blue single-breasted coat with a cape above the knee. The coat is decorated with a light brown belt, light yellow buttons and shoulder straps. The cuffs and pockets are trimmed with light brown straps to match the belt at the waist. To finish the coat are matched: a beige beret, a beige umbrella, a light brown handbag and thin black tights.

Black double-breasted coat with cape and stand-up collar, just above the knee length. The coat is matched with high-heeled ankle boots with lacing.

Single-breasted dark purple coat with fox fur collar and asymmetrical mesh cape.Feminine, bright and elegant, the look is complemented by matching high-heeled shoes and a voluminous light pink flower in her hair.

A voluminous yellow oversized coat with a cape and wide sleeves. The cape is decorated with three golden buttons. The yellow coat is so bright that it is paired with a discreet headband and beige dress shoes with heels.