I love an androgynous look.
Men's shirts and suit trousers.
Brogues and tough looking boots.
I even enjoy wearing a tie from time to time!
Today I'm wearing one of winter's BIG trends... the checked coat.
Although the fact this is being touted as a trend makes me laugh!
Anyone over the age of 15 knows that checked coats are no more a 'New Trend' than white shirts.
Checked coats have been around for (what feels like) forever.
A smart checked coat is so easy to style and can be worn with anything from a dress to a pair of jeans.
Checks also look great clashed with other patterns such as leopard, stripes, spots or florals.
Checked coats are chic and definitely here to stay!
Today I'm wearing a fab checked coat that I picked up in Asda, of all places.
It's amazing what you can find when you're buying your veggies!
To be honest with you, I didn't have high hopes for this coat as is was from a supermarket.
However, I was so surprised with how great it is... and such a bargain price.
Granted, I'll need to layer up with a down-filled gilet when the temperature drops BUT it's just as good a quality as most of the high street coats I've looked at.
(Some at 5-10X the price!)
BTW... in case you're wondering Asda are NOT sponsoring me, nor did they send me this coat.
I just like to share a good buy!
I wanted to wear some masculine-looking trousers and a simple roll neck with this coat to keep things simple.
Adding trainers finished this outfit off casually and comfortably
Do you own a checked coat?
Is yours a new purchase or donkey's years old?
I'd love to hear about it!
MORE CHECKED COATS YOU MIGHT LIKE..
COAT: Asda
ROLL-NECK: Matalan
NECKLACE: A gift
WOOL TROUSERS & LEATHER BAG: Charity shopped
LEATHER TRAINERS: Puma
lovely coat, it looks elegant and versatile and I love how you styled it!, you rock your neutral colors and cool accessorizing. Lovely sneakers too!, the comfy and casual look is a favorite of mine!
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Me too Monica! I like to be comfy :oP XXX
DeleteI love your androgynous style.pinned it on my androgynous board!
ReplyDeleteAwww Nancy, THANK YOU!
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I have always liked a checked coat. As a matter of fact, had one as a child. I've just found my burgundy/blue plaid blazer, with the velvet collar, which is from the nineties, or maybe earlier. That is my contribution to this years "NEW" look. You look amazing in that outfit.
ReplyDeleteOh my that blazer of yours sounds AMAZING!
DeleteI bet the quality is fabulous #pangofenvy
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Oh my God Samantha, I am obsessed with the checked print of that coat, so chic and clean. And those camel pants, ahhh, they're just perfect with the coat. Topnotch styling, this is <3
ReplyDeleteYou're right, I wore checked a lot when I was in kindergarten, hahaha! But I like the fact they're "on trend" again, because it means it's easier to get my hands on them in stores now as opposed having to hunt for them!
xo, Liyana | Affordorable
Oh Liyanna, you are very kind!
DeleteI'm always on the look out for a vintage coat like this... just because I know the quality would be tip top.
If you ever see one on your online travels please let me know!!
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I was so hoping that coat was vintage. Ah well...you can't have it all.
ReplyDeleteI think you do androgynous so very well.
Suzanne
Oh blimey Suzanne... I wish it was too!!!
DeleteIt would certainly be a load warmer and have piles more personality.
I'm yet you find a good checked one that fits me.
The search continues.
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The coat is perfect and I think this length could be quite versatile.
ReplyDeleteYour lightning strike brooch caught my eye too! What a cool mix of feminine pearls and powerful force of nature.
It is quite versatile Judy.
DeleteI've been wearing it with short hemlines and also jeans.
I'm glad you approve of my brooch... fun isn't it?
A brooch can help make a cheap item look a bit fancier don't you think?
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Yup! I feel that way about visible jewelry in general! I also think a well chosen scarf can hit the upscaled styling sweet spot!
DeleteI love your coat!! I live in Auckland, New Zealand, and we are more likely to buy a puffer jacket for when it's really freezing and wet. But I do miss the days of lovely coats.
ReplyDeleteI'm often in my full-length down filled coat during the winter... this coat certainly won't cut the mustard when January does it's worst!! Hahahaha
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Oh godh, I love this look! Terrific buy. And the brown of the trousers is the brown in the coat. Luck. I usually am not so keen on a man’s look as I do actually look like a man. Not as cute as you do.
ReplyDeleteBy the way, you misspelled “is” , should be “it” in the sentence where you refer it was from the supermarket.
Greetje
I love the coat, Sam! I've found a few good buys in Asda too – I particularly like their knickers lol!
ReplyDeleteLove a good androgynous look too :)
Suzy xx
That coat is divine - I reckon I need to get myself one too. Thanks for sharing this super outfit. Jacqui Mummabstylish
ReplyDeleteStunning - I love everything about this outfit! This is a 'bit of me'. Would have bought those trousers - but can't believe you got them from a charity shop - bargain! xx Maria
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