Our new favourite outerwear adds heaps of dramatic flair
All products featured on Vogue are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission.
As the season changes we trade in our leg-baring LBDs for another monochromatic classic - the black coat. When the temperature drops and the leaves start to turn, our style seems to sombre and our hemlines grow longer. Like clockwork we crave a new addition to our hallway cupboards, and although a motley crew of alternatives vie for our attention, we still flick past them in lieu of our trusty old black coats.
The black coat is a classic, a staple in any wardrobe. The beauty of a black coat lies in its versatile nature. Whether you sway more towards muted minimalism, or want to look like an acidic rainbow in neon the black coat is an essential in autumnal dressing. Arguably, it lays the sartorial foundation for fall.
This season we long for length of the floor skimming sort, inspired by tastemakers like Sania D'mina, Jeanette Madsen, and our very own Sophia Roe and Betty Bachz, who have all perfected the sough-after dramatic swooping. Although the length is unanimously agreed upon among Vogue staffers and Scandinavian style-gurus alike, the cut of the coat is another matter.
Vogue Scandinavia's Eyewear expert is prone to a long black coat. Photo: Betty Bachz (@bettybachz)
Danish Fashion editor Sophia Roe sees the appeal in the dramatic silhouette. Photo: Sophia Roe (@sophiaroe)
But, what styles should we consider for the upcoming season? There are numerous options when we get down to detail. A cocooning duster coat with a tie-waist and drop shoulder is the perfect option for those who find layering difficult, while a double-breasted iteration with sharply tailored shoulders, on the other hand, lends the look a sense of polish.
The purchase of a long-black coat is not to be rushed. If carefully considered, the new addition to your closet can prove to be a life-long friend.
Swedish shoe designer Sania D'mina favours the black coat for fall. Photo: Sania D'mina (saniaclausdemina)
Danish designer and co-founder of Rotate, Jeanette Madsen, likes an over-sized silhouette. Photo: Jeanette Madsen (@_jeanettemadsen_)
