InVESTments

For the most part, I hate coats. I really only wear coats when it's way too cold for me to function without one and I put off wearing a real coat for as long as possible...which is actually getting pretty close. Lately, I've been relying on my puffer vest for a little extra warmth when I really need it. Vests are great for in between temperatures and when you don't want the added volume of a full coat.

The North Face | L.L. Bean | J.Crew | The North Face | Patagonia | J.Crew | The North Face

I'm definitely partial to a good quilted vest (note: I'm in love with the one from L.L. Bean and the one from J.Crew!), but there are some super cute fleece ones out there too.

Patagonia wins the fleece vest battle by a mile.

And second place goes to Vineyard Vines, duh.

What's your in between outerwear choice?

XO

The Coat Post-2011

It's that time of year, when we pull out our coats from the back of our closets and bundle up. Maybe you'll be relying on your old favorites, or looking for some new ones to add to your collection.

My favorite type of coat, by far, is the peacoat. I love that peacoats instantly make an outfit a touch more sophisticated and timeless, while still remaining fun.

The Majesty peacoat from J.Crew is absolutely perfect in every way. It comes in a ton of fun colors, as well as basic navy and black. It's also well constructed (you don't drown in it!) and super warm.

Alright, so not really a coat, but I love my vest from The North Face. It's super warm and easy to just throw on when i'm heading out and won't be in the cold long.

Also from The North Face, this down jacket is perfect for those (frequent!) days it reaches close to–or below–zero temperatures.

I got this longer length coat last winter from Nordstrom in navy, and am looking to snag another this season. I'm thinking this white would be a good choice? Or that yellow...Choices, choices. While this coat isn't the warmest, it's super stylish and a great price.

And my ultimate favorite coat-I-don't-have, Burberry's quilted jacket with pleated pockets!

So nice, I'm posting it twice.

This one's definitely on my wishlist...like for life. Or really, until I get a job and can pay for it myself.

XO

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