Wednesday, November 23, 2011

sleeveless

How do we feel about sleeveless coats?  Apart from the fact that I personally think they're gorgeous, I wonder if the impracticality of them outweighs the cool factor?  Before you answer, keep in mind that you can layer them over all kinds of things, like leather jackets (to end up with one of those so on-trend leather-sleeved coats we're seeing everywhere), bulky sweaters, even other lightweight coats and blazers.  And that makes them somewhat more practical, right?  Also keep in mind that I just bought one today and am trying to decide whether or not to keep it.   Some inspiration while you mull it over:



more photos and factors after the jump...




I think these are all insanely gorgeous and would love to have any (or all) of them in my closet.  I did not, however, get any of these.  The one I picked up today was under $100 and from H&M.  (I would link it here but sadly their selection online leaves much to be desired.)  Needless to say, it's not as amazing as these options, but it's pretty good I think.

One other thing to take into consideration: say a girl already has a 3/4 sleeve collarless coat and a cap sleeved peacoat in her closet, does that mitigate the need for a masculine sleeveless coat like this?   Keep in mind that said gal has a thing for outerwear.  Thoughts please.

9 comments:

  1. They seem very "business casual" to me ... but perhaps you could photograph yourself with it on?

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  2. J'aime les photos! Supers looks!
    Angela Donava
    http://www.lookbooks.fr

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  3. I have not got one - way to cold in Britain - but I can see they are quite versatile. You can layer different textures without them being too bulky... I say keep yours! By the way your lemon bars look gorgeous!

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  4. Love these!!!

    http://www.thehappeningblog.com
    http://fullofvivacity.tumblr.com/

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  5. Just noticed that Atlantic-Pacific just style one (still catching up with blog posts..) May inspire you? http://atlantic-pacific.blogspot.com/2011/11/shades-of.html

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  6. OMG love love this look. So sleek and elegant!

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  7. I'm not sure I love them, but in some cases they look interesting.

    Maria @ Orchard Bloom

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  8. I prefer sleeveless jackets than coats.
    I believe they look more elegant on women...

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  9. oh my! that La Garçonne has left me breathless!! LOVE! X

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