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How to wear colourful Winter coats
Winter coats don't have to be a sombre affair. Here's how to wear a bright and beautiful coat in red, yellow, orange, blue or purple, no matter what the occasion
By Amy Lewis
1
Out for lunch
Ease yourself in to brighter shades by trying seasonal shades like burnt orange and red.
This boyfriend shape coat, £65 Red Herring at Debenhams, is perfect for smart/casual ocasions, taking its cue from slouchy blazer styles.
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This boyfriend shape coat, £65 Red Herring at Debenhams, is perfect for smart/casual ocasions, taking its cue from slouchy blazer styles.
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One for work
Bright colours can work at the office too, just keep the shape of your coat smart if you need to adhere to a more formal dress code.
We love this fluffy blue coat, £75 Definitions at Very.co.uk.
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We love this fluffy blue coat, £75 Definitions at Very.co.uk.
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Party season
Make your coat a part of your glam party ensemble, with a rich colour that'll work well come nightfall.
Tailored shapes always look smart, while coats that can be draped over your shoulders, like this cashmere blend, £120 Marks & Spencer, add an extra wow factor.
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Tailored shapes always look smart, while coats that can be draped over your shoulders, like this cashmere blend, £120 Marks & Spencer, add an extra wow factor.
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Drinks with friends
Drinks with friends is a licence to be as playful as you like.
The fitted shape and black trim keep this pink coat, £89 Miss Selfridge, from looking too cutesy, while still adding an element of fun.
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The fitted shape and black trim keep this pink coat, £89 Miss Selfridge, from looking too cutesy, while still adding an element of fun.
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Out for dinner
If you're investing in a coat that will be primarily for evenings out, choose a colour that's bright and bold, but one that'll still co-ordinate with most of your wardrobe.
Red is an ideal colour and the belted shape of this wool coat, £89 Definitions at Very.co.uk, can be dressed up or down depending on where you're going.
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Red is an ideal colour and the belted shape of this wool coat, £89 Definitions at Very.co.uk, can be dressed up or down depending on where you're going.
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Casual weekend
When it comes to a casual weekend coat, we say go as colourful as you dare!
Yellow shades look great with jeans and this hooded duffle shape, £39 F&F at Tesco, is perfect for wrapping up on windswept walks.
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Yellow shades look great with jeans and this hooded duffle shape, £39 F&F at Tesco, is perfect for wrapping up on windswept walks.
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