Fall... a time of fantasy, the time of year when I look forward to the changing leaves, changing season, changing wardrobe. My fantasies from my daydreams brought to life by designers in styles starting with the September issues and fine tuning in October and November when the southern states start finally to feel the slight chill in the air and the darkness of the days that our northern friends feel much earlier. This fall I dream of tweed, wool, plaids and tartans, leather, textures. The colors in my dreams change too, from the brights and primaries of summer, to a moodier, weightier, cozier feel for fall. The closet changeover is an event akin to back to school as I start fresh with some things, and renew committment to older, tried and true things. Very much parallel to my state of mind on the winding down of the current year and making room and plans for the remaining months and new upcoming year.
Fall means we need warm clothes, especially a warm coat. And while it should be warm to your needs, finding a coat that is equally stunning/amazing elevates your overall outfit and closet to a new level of beauty. That coat for me is insanely simple in it's details, and absolutely stunning. Unadorned. To me that's art in a coat. This Allsaints Vita Wool coat shows the simplicity in detail - single button, fitted shape which make it look lightweight, elegant. It is simple enough to wear everyday with everything while stunning enough to top evening wear. I am loving light gray or dark navy this year - black feels heavy for me this season. Oh, and one more thing - proportion. This length works for me based on my body proportions and preferences. Fit is so important in choosing the right coat, in choosing all your clothes.
So which coat speaks to you? After all, you will be living in it for a while - which one will you love years from now as much as you love now?
