Look Sharp, Sconnie - Midwestern Fashion Nerd, Chronic Over-thinker

Big Boxy Jackets.

They're a thing. 

I promise. 

Why, though, is another story. Or question. 
You're right - It's really more of a question. 

Because coats are really big right now. 
And I mean like, 
literally. 

They're giant. 
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But why? Why all of a sudden have we given up on tailored figure flattery in favor of something more - dare I say it- frumpy?

Are we once again yearning for that special sense of femininity that comes from wearing a men's silhouette over a female frame? (see: men's dress shirt over underwear, long blazer over skinny jeans, etc)
Are we fighting back against the decades-old notion that the thinness our figures needs to be the focus of fashion?

Are the Olsen twins finally entirely determining our idea of cool?

I, myself, simply feel that a giant coat over a more fitted outfit gives me a special air of effortlessness. There's something intangibly awesome about swathing yourself in this strange hint of homeless person aesthetic.
coat: thrifted, leggings: Anthro, shoes: Free People, shirt: UO
It also helps if you don't wash your hair. 
Or shave.
Ever. 

#glamorouslife

So- boxy coats . . . Why?


Cheers.



Photos by Matthew Engelhart

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3 comments:

  1. KellyDecember 16, 2013 at 8:01 AM

    I too love walking around in my huge oversized coat. Yours looks so pretty, I love it!

    Kelly | secondhandspring

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  2. NorbyahDecember 16, 2013 at 9:46 PM

    i'm convinced that anything we can do to make our clothes feel like we're wearing pyjamas makes them that much better. i love your oversized coat. i've always loved a good oversized cardi, or a blazer.....that delicate balance of effortless cool and tailored chic. yeah. and added bonus, it feels as comfy as your jammies. love your shoes. but, are your toes freezing???
    xo
    n

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  3. UnknownDecember 17, 2013 at 5:18 AM

    I have no answers. But I do know that two oversized coats are sitting (hanging) in my wardrobe right now, recent purchases, despite the fact that it's summer in Australia right now and I barely want to wear clothes, let alone coats.

    kb xx

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