This Unexpected Coat Is Quietly Taking Instagram by Storm, and I'm Obsessed

There is a coat trend that is stalking me on Instagram. The more I think about the coat, the more it remarkably emerges onto my Instagram explore page—seducing me with its unique modern vintage grandma vibes. I picture myself cocooned into it, living my happiest winter life. Yeah, ok, so I may be a little obsessed, but it’s hard not to be. The toppers I talk of are quilted coats, not just old barn coats. These are special handmade or reworked jackets pieced together from old quilts or from some patchwork of fabrics—creating a masterful smorgasbord of sartorial beauty. I first spotted the style on the Scandi style set and ever since I keep spotting the trend on cool fashion girls everywhere—making the case for some maximalist fun this fall.
Any type of bedding you can actually wear outside the bedroom is a winner in my book. After a few (ok, copious hours) of research, I’ve learned that these coats are not exactly easy to come by. Some amazing independent upcycling brands create custom made-to-order quilted coats, while designer brands like Bode and Sea make epic wear-forever quilted jackets (albeit with a slightly higher price tag). Etsy and eBay can also be a treasure trove of quilted gems. If you find yourself seriously obsessed, like I am, scroll below to shop for some of my favorite finds.
Sea New York's iteration feels modern and fresh.
A pretty lightweight quilted liner perfect for layering over sweaters and under overcoats.
Supply your own quilt or choose one of Psychic Outlaw's on their website and get your quilted coat custom made in one of their cool silhouettes.
We love the contrast between green and blue.
If you're looking for something more minimalist, this is perfection.
This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
Judith Jones is the associate shopping director atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing and has worked in fashion for over a decade. She specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact. She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.
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