From Left: Mossimo Black Satin Trench – Ebony ($39.99), GAP Classic Trench ($119.99),
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To go with the nautical theme, look for jackets in navy blue, preferably in a pea coat shape, with lots of gold, silver, or brass buttons.
From Left: Merona Peacoat – Sand Plaid ($49.99), Hurley Bradford Jacket ($88), ASHLEY Plaid Womens Trench ($39.99)
10. Cocoon Coats
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From Left: Free People Hooded Zip Anorak ($71),
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From Left: Military Outer Coat ($42.80),
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9. Military Inspired Coats
The fall ’08 runways were covered in military-inspired clothing. For example, Gucci’s entire fall line was inspired in part by the Russian army! That’s a pretty big deal.
Some cute & affordable examples:
Some girly jackets for under $200:
In my animal-loving opinion, real leather jackets aren’t nearly as amazing as faux, and what’s even better: faux leather is WAY easier on your wallet. Plus, faux leather moto jackets are one of the popular jacket trends for fall 2008. What’s not to love?
This is one coat that will always be in style. That makes it a fabulous “investment piece”, an item in your wardrobe that you can wear over and over without worrying whether it’s in.
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Channel your inner badass rocker chick with one of these cute and affordable faux leather jackets:
Trench coats are just as great in rural areas as they are for the city. They really do work with almost everything, everywhere. Go classic with a trench in a neutral tone or black, or take a chance and pick one up in a bright red. The choice is yours!
If you want to find a great coat with feminine details, be warned that you might need to spend a little more money. While lots of designers are making coats like this, it hasn’t caught on as a trend in regular cheap stores. Here’s hoping they’ll make some knockoffs soon ;)
4. Classic Trench Coats
If you must have the real thing, there are tons of real leather jackets around. But I encourage you – save some money and some animals by going faux! Every little bit counts.
5. Sailor-Inspired Navy Jackets
One of the best ways to wear the military trend is with a tough yet sophisticated army-style jacket. This doesn’t mean army-green or camo print,
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From Left: Faux Leather Moto Jacket ($39.50), Full Tilt Moss Moto Women’s Jacket ($34.99), Motorcycle Jacket ($34.99)
From Left: GAP Swing Coat – Charcoal ($57.99), Classic Elegance Jacket ($32.80), Xhilaration French Terry Bubble Jacket – Grey ($39.99)
From Left: Seona Blazer ($78.00), BDG Sgt. Pepper Jacket ($49.99),
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7. Classic Pea Coats
From Left: Betsey Johnson Quilt A-Line Coat ($198), Belted Bubble Coat ($63.60), The Outsiders Jacket ($102.95)
A trendy style that’s fun, unique, and very chic. Swing jackets are a cross between a normal jacket and a capelet, with extra volume and an often cropped shape.
Here are some cute military-style jackets for under $100:
Here are some of my favorite high-collar coats from around the web:
1. Plaid Jackets
Another big trend this season is ultra-feminine details. From lines of ruffles to strategically-placed bows, your basic wool jacket got a serious upgrade this season.
This fall, there are many trends when it comes to jackets, coats, and outerwear. I’ve broken them down into the top ten most popular and most stylish.
From Left: Guess by Marciano Drop Waist Coat ($128), Steve Madden Swing Coat ($148), BDG Cambridge Coat ($158)
There are so many styles of plaid jackets to choose from, so if you love the preppy print, it’s easy to find a shape that works for you. Different colors and styles of plaids also make things more interesting – from purple to classic red and everything in between! When you’re shopping,
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Here are some fabulous swing jackets for under $100:
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6. Coats with Ruffles, Bows & Girly Details
Here are some pea coats I would definitely rock:
Let me know your thoughts and discuss in the comments,
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Here are some cute plaid jackets, all under one hundred dollars:
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The cocoon coats below are the cheapest options I could find:
Keep your neck warm and your style sizzling with a jacket that has an ultra-high collar.
Coats with high collars are not only chic, they’re also practical. If you live in an area where it’s really cold and there’s lots of wind, a high collar will be a lifesaver. You don’t even need to wear a scarf with these coats.
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What do you think of the top 10 jackets for fall? Do you agree with my list, or are you obsessed with a different type of jacket? Would you wear any of the coats I featured?
When you wear a cocoon coat, be careful to wear tight-fitting clothes on your bottom half. With so much volume up top, you risk making yourself look bigger if you wear something baggy on the bottom too.
Also, cocoon coats are easier to find at high price points than low – I haven’t seen many of these as designer knockoffs. You might need to pay a little more to get in on this trend.
This one is another example of an “investment piece” – it’ll always be in style,
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If you’re currently looking for the perfect coat, or just want to know what the current outerwear trends are, keep reading to find out what to look for in a jacket or coat this winter.
3. Faux Leather Jackets
Some cute trench coats I thought were fabulous:
I recommend wearing a swing coat if you want to look more sophisticated than usual,
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From Left: Forever 21 Classic Pea Coat ($49.80),
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Your Thoughts?
8. Swing Jackets
2. High Collar Coats