Saturday 27 September 2008

Decisions, Decisions

UPDATE: I'm rather proud with myself, because despite my obviously flighty and passionate attitude to fashion, in this case I've allowed practicality to reign. Being a fashion victim just isn't cool. I think I'm going for the navy coat, which has two sets of pockets, mainly for that reason. What can I say? I reckon that the fake pockets really would drive me insane. (although there's still time for me to change my mind...)

Last week, I went looking for a coat and came back with a bag. This week I came back with two coats. Now I need to decide which one to keep! Can I please have your help?

This first one is navy blue, a staple colour in my winter wardrobe. It is smart, warm, inexpensive and fits very nicely. The only issue I have is the belt, which I don't like. This could either be cut off or tied in a bow. Another thing is that it is EXTREMELY similar to my old, grey coat, which is also from Zara. Maybe also a little non-descript. Still - it's an extremely useful coat.

The second coat is a little more exciting and a little more pricey (but not much). It's from Topshop, so there are fears of seeing it on every other person on Oxford St in a couple of months. But god, the oatmeal colour is divine - although will it get dirty quickly? And you can see a glimpse of the stunning purple lining in the hood, which is naturally oh so important. The sleeve and back detailing are fantastic. But is the cut a little less classic and flattering? Also, the pockets are fake which may be liable to drive me insane.
Can you see my dilemma??? Please HELP! And no 'keep both' please ;)

8 comments:

  1. I definitely see the dilemma. I wish I could tell you to keep both, but since that's not allowed, I'll say keep the one that is warmer.

    They're both brilliant. :D

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  2. I would keep the blue one because it's warmer. (Right?)

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  3. Go for the one that has the more indented waist. That's more feminine for the human female.

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  4. Hmmm I'm not actually sure which is warmer. I'll have to think about it tomorrow. Topshop's A/C is completely screwed up so according to that it's waaaaay warmer.

    And dear Gorilla, I have other incentives with coat decisions other than looking womanly...

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  5. i want your second coat !! it looks so good !

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  6. To be totally honest, I prefer the more tailored look of the first jacket. The second one looks like maternity-wear to me.

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  7. I can see why you went for the navy but I totally love that 2nd one.

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  8. Thanks for your input!

    Everyone who saw the coats IRL liked the navy more os for that one I went...

    It's looks really cute with the belt tied in a bow at the front so I'm still being semi-girly. :)

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