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Buying a new winter coat - knowing your needs
There comes a time in life when you can't avoid the obvious... you need a new winter coat! This step might be a pleasure for some, but it can be a real nightmare for the majority. It's a significant purchase, financially speaking, and also because your winter comfort depends on it. What's worse than ending up with an expensive coat that leaves you freezing all winter? No thanks! Last year, I wrote an article giving three tips for enjoying winter, but this year I decided to go into more detail and create a small guide to assess your needs for making an informed purchase you won't regret!
The first step is to evaluate how you plan to use your coat. We agree that if you need a coat for work or for skiing, the choice won't be the same! Over the years, you can build a wardrobe with a coat for each need, like a chic one for work, a sportier one for winter activities, and a very warm one for everyday use. But let's be realistic, not everyone can afford to have 3 or 4 different coats. Some coats can meet several needs at once, like the Point Zero 8718535 with a removable lining to cover both cold and milder weather. You can also opt for a neutral, solid-colored coat (black, gray, white, or navy) and play with accessories to create looks adapted to your needs. As here, with the Salma-f6 coat from Soïa & Kyo, I had fun creating a more chic look for work and a more casual look for the weekend. As I've already said... it's all about accessories!
Bag left: Rudsak - Patna // Bag right: Matt&Nat - Gil
Okay, when I talk about a coat "suited to your figure", I'm not just talking about aesthetics. It's important that your coat fits your body correctly because otherwise you could A: be uncomfortable all winter, B: cut off air circulation and freeze all winter. You understand that this is not negligible, right? I wrote a blog last winter to guide your coat choice according to your figure. I invite you to read it for more details, but in short:
Slim waist: highlight it with a belt. It will also help prevent too much air from entering from below.
Strong hips or thighs: focus on details at the upper body, such as chest pockets or an imposing fur collar. A longer coat (mid-thigh or longer) will also flatter your figure and keep you warmer.
Broad shoulders: This is the opposite of the previous one. Opt for fewer details on top and more on the bottom, to balance it out. A coat with large pockets on the thighs will be a good option, especially with a more discreet fur collar.
And yes! Like it or not, a winter coat needs maintenance! The basic rule, when it's finally time to stop wearing it, is to store it in a garment bag, ideally not too squashed so the down doesn't flatten. Dry cleaning once a year is also recommended, when you take it out of the closet (you really need to choose your cleaner carefully, especially if the coat has fur or leather!). In short, if you're lazy and don't want to spend time on special maintenance, I recommend a coat like the Katlin from Soïa & Kyo (see photo below) simply because it has no fur or leather. So the only maintenance required is storage and dry cleaning. Plus, it's super warm (win-win).
I hope you can make the right choice now! And never forget that if you're unsure, the ENTIRE team, whether in-store or online, will be DELIGHTED to advise you and help you find the coat of your dreams ;)
Buying a new winter coat - knowing your needs
There comes a time in life when you can't avoid the obvious... you need a new winter coat! This step might be a pleasure for some, but it can be a real nightmare for the majority. It's a significant purchase, financially speaking, and also because your winter comfort depends on it. What's worse than ending up with an expensive coat that leaves you freezing all winter? No thanks! Last year, I wrote an article giving three tips for enjoying winter, but this year I decided to go into more detail and create a small guide to assess your needs for making an informed purchase you won't regret!
The first step is to evaluate how you plan to use your coat. We agree that if you need a coat for work or for skiing, the choice won't be the same! Over the years, you can build a wardrobe with a coat for each need, like a chic one for work, a sportier one for winter activities, and a very warm one for everyday use. But let's be realistic, not everyone can afford to have 3 or 4 different coats. Some coats can meet several needs at once, like the Point Zero 8718535 with a removable lining to cover both cold and milder weather. You can also opt for a neutral, solid-colored coat (black, gray, white, or navy) and play with accessories to create looks adapted to your needs. As here, with the Salma-f6 coat from Soïa & Kyo, I had fun creating a more chic look for work and a more casual look for the weekend. As I've already said... it's all about accessories!
Bag left: Rudsak - Patna // Bag right: Matt&Nat - Gil
Okay, when I talk about a coat "suited to your figure", I'm not just talking about aesthetics. It's important that your coat fits your body correctly because otherwise you could A: be uncomfortable all winter, B: cut off air circulation and freeze all winter. You understand that this is not negligible, right? I wrote a blog last winter to guide your coat choice according to your figure. I invite you to read it for more details, but in short:
Slim waist: highlight it with a belt. It will also help prevent too much air from entering from below.
Strong hips or thighs: focus on details at the upper body, such as chest pockets or an imposing fur collar. A longer coat (mid-thigh or longer) will also flatter your figure and keep you warmer.
Broad shoulders: This is the opposite of the previous one. Opt for fewer details on top and more on the bottom, to balance it out. A coat with large pockets on the thighs will be a good option, especially with a more discreet fur collar.
And yes! Like it or not, a winter coat needs maintenance! The basic rule, when it's finally time to stop wearing it, is to store it in a garment bag, ideally not too squashed so the down doesn't flatten. Dry cleaning once a year is also recommended, when you take it out of the closet (you really need to choose your cleaner carefully, especially if the coat has fur or leather!). In short, if you're lazy and don't want to spend time on special maintenance, I recommend a coat like the Katlin from Soïa & Kyo (see photo below) simply because it has no fur or leather. So the only maintenance required is storage and dry cleaning. Plus, it's super warm (win-win).
I hope you can make the right choice now! And never forget that if you're unsure, the ENTIRE team, whether in-store or online, will be DELIGHTED to advise you and help you find the coat of your dreams ;)
