Winter Coats: Don't wait until its cold.

I know some may think it's too early to begin thinking about your winter coat, but trust me, its really not. And I'm not going to tell you to look out your window and think that its because of the rain that I'm telling you this. Because as we all know, the weather is a bi-polar bitch and it will be sunny by next week.

So, my main reason for telling you to start thinking about your winter coat now is because, they are the ultimate winter staple. When you're out and about, people don't see what you're wearing underneath (that new jumper, skirt, whatever...), they see your coat. Full Stop. End of.

So don't you want your coat to be a statement? To be something reflective of your personality? I sure do.

Another reason to start early is because you want to be first wearing the best stuff. If you love that new coat from Topshop, buy it before that cow up the road does, meaning that you no longer can. We all know the rules LOL.

Lets just go through whats 'in' for A/W 11...

Last year, it seemed like we were literally choking in a sea of shearling and faux fur coats. And while shearling is no longer so much on the radar, faux fur is...meaning that you are all lucky girls who get to recycle last years coats (assuming you had a fur to begin with). And this year, its not all about the full fur coats, but also focusing  on fur trim around the collar and sleeves.

Gucci has been a big inspiration for the coats you're soon to be seeing in a shop near you.

This Gucci coat which seems almost simple is updated with a purple fur trim. Its not all about browns and leopard prints this time around.

You can update a simple coat you already own, by visiting John Lewis or your local fabric shop, buying some fur trim and adding it to your collar by hand sewing with needle and thread, or using a sewing machine if you have one.

I also had a look through the Topshop A/W 11 collection:

I know some don't like to wear full coats in Winter. So, this black fur biker jacket is kinda the best of both worlds. Its edgy but will still keep you warmer than your average leather jacket. Also, texture on a jacket is a big attention grabber.

Yes, this is very 70s and I love it. Its also a statement, but 'not too much' if you know what I mean.

You can also continue the trend of colour blocking into your winter wardrobe :) I'm in love with this green fur scarf. This look is all about versitility; wear your coat two ways.

For those who are a little bit braver, you may want to go for a full fur coat, or perhaps an animal print:

£90 from River Island.

But like I've said before...because its leopard print be careful! Try not to wear this in an obvious, sexy way. Wear instead with distressed jeans and converses.

So, while the fur is your glamourous, sophisticated look, I also love a preppy look. And luckily for me, quilted jackets are still a good look...you can update the look by getting a quilted gilet instead.

Its also from River Island. Although at £40, its only £10 less than a full jacket. Not sure if that makes any sense at all lol.

A couple of other looks to choose from:

The Mackintosh a.k.a the Trench Coat

I've never owned a Mac, but I've always wanted to. And when I saw this Burberry inspired one in Topshop on Saturday I nearly jizzed. This Mac is kinda the perfect way of staying classy, but the leather edges it up a bit; means you can wear it in more ways.

See what I mean?!

Last but not least The Parka...for your 'trampy, its raining and I need to protect my freshly relaxed hair' days. For me, a hooded coat is a must in the Winter. But it doesn't always have to be a classic green. I really like this one from Asos...its on sale for £56.

After all my jabbering, has this inspired you to start shopping early? Or would you like me to disappear and come back in October? lol

Jadeybaby xXx