the it lists – fashion & trend blog

Fall/Winter is usually when we reach towards our staple black, navy or brown wool coats to brave the cold – but stop! This winter we have said bye-bye to black coats.  (And any other dark neutral color)

Color has been infused into our outerwear and thank goodness for it!  Dare you to find a black coat without it’s fruity colored counterpart lurking nearby.  Belted and found in bright fuchsia, yellow, green, orange – think fruit basket colors!

I’ve always loved the structure of ‘Andrew Marc‘ outerwear and he is right on-trend with this gorgeous teal version of the bright coat.

How to wear it?  Let it be your statement and don’t compete with it.  Keep bright colors to outerwear and leave the rest of your outfit neutral – black, navy and beige underneath highlight these coats best.  Keep belt tied tight to cinch the waist and your scarves and gloves are best also neutral.  Come across a fabulous 3/4 sleeve version? – why not pair with a killer pair of elbow length gloves.

Winter is depressing enough as it is so why not be bright and fabulous throughout it?

I told you orange would be one of spring’s ‘it’ colors. Delicious citrus hues!

It’s more versatile than you think too! It’s brilliant with neutrals – think about that taupe and red combo you love, just sub the red with orange.

And for a great way to move it into your wardrobe this Banana Republic Orange Lady Coat (yes, that’s its name) is a great little find. Pair it with this sleeveless geo-print and you’re super hip.

This Flatiron satchel is lizard-embossed and in persimmon it’s another orange dash to your wardrobe. But wearing this purse with the jacket might be a bit much.