The Case For a Camel Coat

We interrupt your regularly scheduled Amalli Talli content to let you know that it’s officially coat season in the Midwest. Ugh, writing that alone gives me a chill. It’s always humorous looking back at what point we stop wearing coats as the temperatures increase. By the time winter is over, I think our blood is much thicker and we can handle a lot of cooler temperatures. If you survive through polar vortexes then I think it has to be true! So point being, right now it feels really cold, but it’s all relative! The temperatures will continue to drop and we’ll eventually acclimate to them. 

It’s time to bring out your coat collection because wearing just a sweater won’t cut it anymore. What better way to get excited about the cooler temperatures than with a new coat? We’re not talking about going crazy and spending a bunch of money on a coat either. There are many options available on sale or clearance that will help you look your best. We’re constantly lurking on the clearance section especially at Asos because you can buy a coat in the offseason for such a reasonable price. Plus, they always have the best selection of coats for tall women. I haven’t found anywhere else that can compete yet!

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Clearly this coat is also from Asos then, as well. We came across it back in the Spring when we were able to visit the Asos showroom. We tried it on there, and our Mom ended up loving it – so she took it home with her. It has an oversized fit so the size 8 worked on her, despite her wearing pretty much the same size as us (aka a 10/12) in jackets/coats. Caitlin couldn’t get it off her mind, so she ended up ordering it a little while after we got back. Due to it coinciding with Summer, she hasn’t been able to wear it much; until now. 

The weight feels pretty equal to what you’d expect from a trench coat. So it’s a coat that will get you through those transitional months into and out of Summer. She got it in a size 10 and feels like there is plenty of room to move around with shoulder space. I know some ladies have expressed their frustration with Asos sizing (and lack of reviewability), so we’re always happy to answer any questions about certain brands they carry or let you know if any pieces are a #tallfail. We keep a story highlight devoted to it on Instagram, you should check it out! Let us know what you’d like to see more of, and we’ll do our best to help you out.

As I got out of college, I think I had one coat. Guess what, it was a winter coat. Not gonna cut it for life. Yes, you definitely need that heavy winter jacket when you live in Wisconsin and the temperatures inevitably drop to single digits. But what about the other months where there just might be a biting wind. Plus, I hated showing up to a nice event with my winter jacket on. It doesn’t exactly match the aesthetic of your nice dress and heels! So every couple of years, I find a nice mid-weight jacket that is on sale and add it to my little collection. If you pick a solid color or classic print, you’ll be able to hold onto it for a long long time.

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I think we all can agree that camel color is not only a classic but also is neutral at this point. So buying a camel-colored coat, whether it’s a trench or a variation like this one, should be at the top of your coat list. You’ll instantly look put together, and be able to wear it in a professional work setting as well. Win-win in our book. We’re constantly looking for versatile hard-working items for our closets.

Caitlin paired it with the cutest, softest leopard print cropped tank she bought from Express. Her jeans are from Gap and are the beloved Cigarette style she can’t get enough of. They just hug your curves so perfectly. She finishes it off with Derby shoes from Vionic. Talk about a classy pair of shoes. Plus they have the inserts to make wearing them effortlessly comfortable. 

So tell us below, how many coats do you have? Is there a right number? Are you on the hunt for any particular styles? We linked a couple of our favorites we’ve been browsing as well.

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