Fall hasn't officially started, but if you're already craving easy outfits, there's a styling trick that will have you dressed in under five minutes and looking chic. The hack is using a long coat or jacket as the outfit.
In the past week, fashion people in Paris, Copenhagen, and NYC have been transitioning their wardrobes from summer to fall, giving us a taste of what to expect for the season ahead. While they all have different styles, a majority of them have been relying on sophisticated coats or jackets to do all the heavy lifting. An example of this was last week when Ashley Olsen attended the YES Scholars Gala in L.A. For the occasion, she wore a beige car coat that was buttoned to the top and patent-leather pointed-toe shoes. While we're not sure what she wore underneath, it doesn't actually matter because her coat was the outfit.
On the opposite coast, in NYC, Laura Reilly, the founder of Magasin, visited Khaite's flagship store in SoHo showcasing a long black wool coat with a row of beautiful silver buttons. She paired it with black leather boots and a white top, proving that all it takes is a beautiful coat to make an outfit appear like you hired a stylist.
Besides simplifying the process of getting dressed, what insiders love about this hack is that the jacket or coat doesn't need to have a bold print, bright color, or a designer price tag. What matters is that the outerwear maintains its value and beauty, keeping you coming back for more. So when shopping for a new coat this season, choose one made with a high-quality fabric, a timeless silhouette, and fresh details. That said, keep scrolling to shop a carefully selected edit of outerwear pieces that will transform everything they touch. Plus, discover more ways fashion people are making their coats the outfit.
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An obvious but still-chic way to pull together a look with a coat is by opting for a leopard-print one.
Yes, even a simple trench coat will do the job.
From the broad shoulders to the beautiful ivory hue and concealed buttons, this jacket is enough to make a statement for a minimalist dresser.
Outfit formula: Trench coat + knee-high boots + shoulder bag
Add texture and dimension to a jeans-and-tee outfit.
I'm starting to see this jacket all over New York City.
Outfit formula: Belted wool coat + slingbacks + leather tote bag
Style with brown suede pumps and a slouchy leather shoulder bag.
Fashion editors always come back to Nour Hammour for its sophisticated outerwear.
This leather jacket looks so expensive you'd think it was missing a zero from its price tag.
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