On My Inspiration Board: Historical Outerwear

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Anyone who knows me, knows that I love coats. Β I mean LOVE coats. Β I have a variety that I have purchased or received as gifts over the years, and I adore each and every one of them. Β Coats are, in many ways, the ultimate accessory. Β They can complete a look, add shape and detail, and during the cold winter months, can be a total outfit unto themselves. Β Coats are also one of the three areas of fashion where I believe one should invest… the other two being handbags and shoes.

Β If properly chosen, a well-made and designed coat can last for years and may never go out of style. Β Just take a look at many of the choices below…I would wear any number of them today and still fit right in!

Notice the similar look between these two coats? Β Adjust the collar on each and they are very reminiscent of each other! Β 

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1940’s

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Here is another example….

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1950’s

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With so many wonderful coats, wraps, shawls, and capes to choose from, one board just wasn’t enough. Β So I created to for each century.

I hope you enjoy the few I have selected and I hope it inspires you to find that perfect winter garment!


historical outerwear pt 1

historical outerwear pt 2

To see many more, visit my Pinterest page: Historical Outerwear.

~Aimee

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