When you're shopping for a new winter coat
sean09 | 15 March, 2010 13:08
It pays to invest in a decent winter coat if you live in a cold climate. A long winter coat can mean all the difference between staying warm and freezing in the winter months while making a good fashion statement at the same time.
When you're shopping for a new winter coat, the quality of the coat is one of the things you must pay attention to. Coats that are worth the expense are women's winter coats that are made from cashmere or alpaca/wool blends or high quality synthetic blend fabrics. Before trying on a potential coat to see how it fits, check out the quality of its construction first. Avoid loose buttons, hanging threads, uneven hems, and poorly-fitting seams and exposed lining. If a coat is so poorly-made, how can you trust it to keep you warm in the winter?
You should always take your height and figure into account when buying a winter coat. A long winter coat may not be the best choice for a woman who is 5'4" or less as it can make her look shorter than she really is. The best length for a petite lady is one that ends just at the knee so that her legs appear longer. Taller ladies are usually able to carry off longer coats even if they also have fuller figures. A woman can make a full figure appear leaner with a longer coat that skims the lines of her body. Single-breasted coats minimize the chest area, while double-breasted coats do the exact opposite.
You can also decide on a women's winter coat based on the kind of activities you intend to carry out during the season. If you're always on the go, such as on public transport, a long coat would be more of a hindrance compared to a shorter coat, which can facilitate movement. However, if you tend to move about on foot and the weather is extremely cold, a full length coat is likely the best choice for you.
When you're shopping for a new winter coat, the quality of the coat is one of the things you must pay attention to. Coats that are worth the expense are women's winter coats that are made from cashmere or alpaca/wool blends or high quality synthetic blend fabrics. Before trying on a potential coat to see how it fits, check out the quality of its construction first. Avoid loose buttons, hanging threads, uneven hems, and poorly-fitting seams and exposed lining. If a coat is so poorly-made, how can you trust it to keep you warm in the winter?
You should always take your height and figure into account when buying a winter coat. A long winter coat may not be the best choice for a woman who is 5'4" or less as it can make her look shorter than she really is. The best length for a petite lady is one that ends just at the knee so that her legs appear longer. Taller ladies are usually able to carry off longer coats even if they also have fuller figures. A woman can make a full figure appear leaner with a longer coat that skims the lines of her body. Single-breasted coats minimize the chest area, while double-breasted coats do the exact opposite.
You can also decide on a women's winter coat based on the kind of activities you intend to carry out during the season. If you're always on the go, such as on public transport, a long coat would be more of a hindrance compared to a shorter coat, which can facilitate movement. However, if you tend to move about on foot and the weather is extremely cold, a full length coat is likely the best choice for you.
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"Dressing-gown" coat is very flattering
sean09 | 15 March, 2010 13:05
The purchase of a winter coat is not a casual one. It's easy to be overwhelmed by the plethora of choices available in stores. More often than not, boring colors and unflattering cuts are chosen when people buy winter coats.
The length of a coat is important when you're ED Hardy looking for flattering winter wear. Generally, a winter coat should be no more than 2 inches shorter than your skirt if you're the type to wear skirts in cold weather. For most people, a coat that ends at the knee or slightly above it makes for a flattering appearance. A mistake would be to get a coat that ends more than 2 inches below the knee as it makes the wearer look dumpy and bulky.
You must be aware that not all women are shaped from the same mould. What works for your friend may not look so good on you when you buy winter coats. Be honest with yourself and the shape you have. If you're pear-shaped, an A-line cut would suit you best. On the other hand, curvy women look their best in winter coats that are belted to show off their figure prom Dresses. If you have a generous figure, a long, "dressing-gown" coat is very flattering. A double-breasted pea coat with crisscrossed lapels minimizes generous curves
Color is one of the things you can play around with when shopping for flattering winter wear too. Don't forget to make sure that whatever coat, color or cut you select is the right size for you. It pays to try on the coat before buying it to make sure it will fit over bulky clothes without stretching or pulling under the arms. You should be able to sit down in the coat as well as do up its buttons easily. The sleeves should always end below the wrist bone, or even extend halfway up the back of your hand while the collar should sit neatly flat.
As you can see, buying a new winter coat is no child's play tiffany jewelry. A few extra minutes of effort can set you up for a lifetime of comfortable winter wear.
The length of a coat is important when you're ED Hardy looking for flattering winter wear. Generally, a winter coat should be no more than 2 inches shorter than your skirt if you're the type to wear skirts in cold weather. For most people, a coat that ends at the knee or slightly above it makes for a flattering appearance. A mistake would be to get a coat that ends more than 2 inches below the knee as it makes the wearer look dumpy and bulky.
You must be aware that not all women are shaped from the same mould. What works for your friend may not look so good on you when you buy winter coats. Be honest with yourself and the shape you have. If you're pear-shaped, an A-line cut would suit you best. On the other hand, curvy women look their best in winter coats that are belted to show off their figure prom Dresses. If you have a generous figure, a long, "dressing-gown" coat is very flattering. A double-breasted pea coat with crisscrossed lapels minimizes generous curves
Color is one of the things you can play around with when shopping for flattering winter wear too. Don't forget to make sure that whatever coat, color or cut you select is the right size for you. It pays to try on the coat before buying it to make sure it will fit over bulky clothes without stretching or pulling under the arms. You should be able to sit down in the coat as well as do up its buttons easily. The sleeves should always end below the wrist bone, or even extend halfway up the back of your hand while the collar should sit neatly flat.
As you can see, buying a new winter coat is no child's play tiffany jewelry. A few extra minutes of effort can set you up for a lifetime of comfortable winter wear.
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