Fall Jacket

[akw94]

Hi,

I am receiving a fall jacket as an upcoming bday gift and not sure which way to go. I want something warm enough but not as warm as a winter jacket/coat. Since fall in the Midwest can get cool, I think denim or other lightweight jackets might not work for me. I was thinking leather but not sure. I am thinking something around hip length. My style is fairly simple, I tend to go for more classic styles than something extra trendy or modern. I would like to be able to try it on vs ordering online, if possible just b/c I am very picky and since it''s someone else''s money, don''t want to have to return, try again, etc...

Any ideas?

Thanks!

 

[E B]

Hey dixie!

What about something like this, from J. Crew? It's a classic piece.

Wool Pique Ava Jacket

 

[E B]

Or the Classic Peacoat?

Classic Wool Peacoat

 

[MichelleCarmen]

Date: 10/19/2007 3:57:42 PM
Author: EBree
Hey dixie!

What about something like this, from J. Crew? It''s a classic piece.

Wool Pique Ava Jacket

That wool pique is VERY cute. I was just thinking "ah" must have that one, but checked the web site and it''s sold out! What a bummer!

 

[E B]

Date: 10/19/2007 8:26:23 PM
Author: MC

Date: 10/19/2007 3:57:42 PM

Author: EBree

Hey dixie!


What about something like this, from J. Crew? It''s a classic piece.


Wool Pique Ava Jacket

That wool pique is VERY cute. I was just thinking ''ah'' must have that one, but checked the web site and it''s sold out! What a bummer!

That IS a bummer! It must have JUST sold out, because they still had some in stock when I posted earlier.

 

[akw94]

Thanks Ebree, for the suggestions. I do like the first one but I''m thinking of going w/brown or an alternate shade b/c I tend to buy jackets in black so often. I don''t know, I guess I want the difficult combination of something a little different but not so different that I can only wear it w/one or two things. I guess that''s my general problem..quite picky!

Anyone else have any ideas? What do your fall jackets look like?

 

[asscher_girl]

Hi Dixie,

I love my fall/winter coat. I bought it while we were still living in Atlanta last year (now in N. CA) and I love it. It''s not that thick but it is wool with a cute lining. The boutique I bought it at has the same coat again this year I think just the buttons are different. I have it in black but I want to get winter white too. And the price is right, $88 !!!

http://www.fabrikstyle.com/store/product.asp?pid=10953&catid=1103

 

[E B]

This Boiled Wool Coat from Gap is cute (esp. in the gray, but they have navy and green available too!):

Gap Boiled Wool Peacoat

 

[~*Alexis*~]

The best time to look is now...I bought a leather jacket last year at TJ Maxx and its a peacoat type and it was $50 reg price was $198..It really warm and its a ivory color so it looks great with everything.

 

[Erin]

a little bit different

 

[akw94]

Asscher girl, that is cute! I like the simplicity but it has a little flair to it.

Ebree and Starset Princess, thanks for the pictures and ideas!

Alexis, I hope to find a good deal too and need to get out there and start looking.

Anyone else have pics of their jackets or other ideas?

Thanks!

 

[Skippy123]

Dixie, I bought a black pea coat from Jones NYC and it has lasted me about 10 years and it still looks great. The wool is very nice so it was the best $200 I spent; they might have some at your local Macy's or Dillards. HTH

Or this one http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=254617&CategoryID=6403&LinkType=EverGreen
Maybe this one http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=254867&CategoryID=6403&LinkType=EverGreen

 

[akw94]

Skippy, thanks! I like that 2nd one you posted although I''m surprised b/c usually I don''t like anything w/too many buttons.
I''m still looking though. I might take some time and browse a couple shops today.

 

[monarch64]

Another option...this is from Nordie's online and is $138. It's a washed velvet which I think is beautiful and super versatile. I actually had a Gallery 3/4 length single breasted black velvet jacket similar to this a few years ago, and somehow managed to lose it when we moved from our apt to our house (oh how I loved that jacket, for the price it really looked much more expensive and was great with jeans or workwear). What do ya think? I know you mentioned wanting hip-length, but you could potentially get this hemmed (it's not lined I don't think so it wouldn't be too expensive to alter it), and as a 36c I wore a medium, so I think a large would fit you in the bust area Dix.

 

[monarch64]

This one's adorable as well...it comes in charcoal also but I am partial to the winter white as shown. It's a Kenneth Cole Reaction, price is $148, also from Nordie's online.

 

[Skippy123]

Wow Monnie, I love that white one! It is so beautiful!!!

 

[Linda W]

Me too Monnie,

I love the winter white. Beautiful. I was bad, I bought myself two leather jackets this fall.

Linda

 

[sera]

Date: 10/26/2007 11:19:12 PM
Author: monarch64
Another option...this is from Nordie''s online and is $138. It''s a washed velvet which I think is beautiful and super versatile. I actually had a Gallery 3/4 length single breasted black velvet jacket similar to this a few years ago, and somehow managed to lose it when we moved from our apt to our house (oh how I loved that jacket, for the price it really looked much more expensive and was great with jeans or workwear). What do ya think? I know you mentioned wanting hip-length, but you could potentially get this hemmed (it''s not lined I don''t think so it wouldn''t be too expensive to alter it), and as a 36c I wore a medium, so I think a large would fit you in the bust area Dix.

I just was looking at this one, saved it to my favorites and was going to post it here- am planning on getting it. Am I right in thinking because it''s a washed velvet it won''t show the lint as much as typical black velvet?

 

[akw94]

Monarch, thanks for the suggestions!

We ended up getting a black leather jacket, about the length I was hoping for. It''s warm and cute so I''m very happy with it.

Thanks for all the ideas!

 

[Linda W]

Dixie,

I love leather jackets!!!! Which one did you get??

Linda

 

[monarch64]

Date: 10/27/2007 1:49:20 PM
Author: sera

Date: 10/26/2007 11:19:12 PM
Author: monarch64
Another option...this is from Nordie''s online and is $138. It''s a washed velvet which I think is beautiful and super versatile. I actually had a Gallery 3/4 length single breasted black velvet jacket similar to this a few years ago, and somehow managed to lose it when we moved from our apt to our house (oh how I loved that jacket, for the price it really looked much more expensive and was great with jeans or workwear). What do ya think? I know you mentioned wanting hip-length, but you could potentially get this hemmed (it''s not lined I don''t think so it wouldn''t be too expensive to alter it), and as a 36c I wore a medium, so I think a large would fit you in the bust area Dix.

I just was looking at this one, saved it to my favorites and was going to post it here- am planning on getting it. Am I right in thinking because it''s a washed velvet it won''t show the lint as much as typical black velvet?

Sorry I didn''t get back to you more promptly Sera! I was OOT the last two days and incommunicado! Anyway, I think the washed velvet in charcoal such as this jacket won''t show lint QUITE as much as a regular black velvet, to answer your original question. I actually put this jacket on my wish list and emailed it to DH...to which he replied "we''ll see...if you''re nice!" LOL!

Dixie, glad you found a jacket you love, do post pics if you get a chance!

 

[akw94]

Linda, it''s a Liz Claiborne but I don''t see a style number inside and couldn''t find pics. Sorry!

Monarch, thanks, I will try to take some pics.

 

[sera]

Date: 10/30/2007 1:41:51 AM
Author: monarch64

Date: 10/27/2007 1:49:20 PM

Author: sera

Date: 10/26/2007 11:19:12 PM

Author: monarch64

Another option...this is from Nordie''s online and is $138. It''s a washed velvet which I think is beautiful and super versatile. I actually had a Gallery 3/4 length single breasted black velvet jacket similar to this a few years ago, and somehow managed to lose it when we moved from our apt to our house (oh how I loved that jacket, for the price it really looked much more expensive and was great with jeans or workwear). What do ya think? I know you mentioned wanting hip-length, but you could potentially get this hemmed (it''s not lined I don''t think so it wouldn''t be too expensive to alter it), and as a 36c I wore a medium, so I think a large would fit you in the bust area Dix.

I just was looking at this one, saved it to my favorites and was going to post it here- am planning on getting it. Am I right in thinking because it''s a washed velvet it won''t show the lint as much as typical black velvet?

Sorry I didn''t get back to you more promptly Sera! I was OOT the last two days and incommunicado! Anyway, I think the washed velvet in charcoal such as this jacket won''t show lint QUITE as much as a regular black velvet, to answer your original question. I actually put this jacket on my wish list and emailed it to DH...to which he replied ''we''ll see...if you''re nice!'' LOL!


Dixie, glad you found a jacket you love, do post pics if you get a chance!

LOL... sounds like my ff, "If you''re a good girl." That''s our joke since we both know I''m never eeeverrr difficult!

NP about getting back to me- I won''t be ordering it until next week. I really love the look and think it will be my new favorite jacket. I love velvet and I love black. Not like I don''t have enough black/dark anyway lol. I have a black peacoat but sometimes it feels bulky; this one doesn''t look too bulky so I think it''s a nice choice for a medium length coat.

 

[monarch64]

Ha ha, Sera, your ff definitely sounds like my DH with the whole "if you''re a nice/good girl" thing!

It''s rare that I ask DH for anything at all, typically I just buy what I want and he knows that, so I think he gets a kick out of getting to surprise me sometimes! Your ff is probably the same way!

It really is a cute jacket, and so versatile, I can picture it with dark jeans and metallic heels with a fun top for a night out when it''s chilly, or I can see it with tall black boots and a a knee-length skirt with a button-down and cardigan for work...or wide-legged slacks and a fitted sweater...the list goes on, lol! And obviously it''s a reasonable price so I''m guessing it won''t last long (note to self: remind DH about it once more just in case it sells out quick!) Dang, I really need to stop posting my most coveted items here!

I would''ve gone ahead and ordered it a few days ago but alas, I have had to set a budget for clothing purchases this fall...and I have my eye on a very gorgeous J. Crew coat again since I love the last one I bought so much, and it''s a wee bit higher priced than this Gallery one, DH might take issue with me buying myself two jackets/coats so close to Christmas. He tries to keep me out of trouble, he really does...

 

[sera]

I received the Nordie jacket today... it's absolutely adorable... love the color and the details. It's very comfy, not bulky but not super thin either (at least by So.Cal. jacket standards).

 

[Linda W]

Sera, love it. It looks so darn cozy

Linda

 

[misysu2]

sera, your coat is awesome! I''m glad you like it just as much in person!

I just bought my new fall coat too. From Victoria''s Secret: wool coat in plum color:

 

[sera]

Thanks... and it''s super comfy (I wore it today).

I love the plum color in that wool coat!

 

[misysu2]

Just got my Victoria''s secret coat-- the buttons are almost falling off! They didn''t actually sew the buttons on, just wrapped the thread around them!! Oy. And the color is almost black; doesn''t look purple at all.

Had to replace it with this one from Nordstrom''s-- sure hope the quality is better!

 

[iwannaprettyone]

I bought two Prague Coats from overstock and I love them.