Outerwear
Coats 30% Off at New York and Company Through Dec. 1
The Deal: 30% off coats at New York and Company
The Lowdown: Now through Dec. 1, get 30% off coats at New York and Company, meaning you can get yourself bundled up for the winter without spending a bundle, natch. It doesn’t hurt that New York and Company coats are totally cute and stylish, like this City Style Fur Hood Jacket, on sale now for $44.97.
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Take 15% Off Your Outerwear Order at Lane Bryant
The Lowdown: ‘Tis the season for outerwear, and right now at Lane Bryant, take 15% off your online order with promotion code 000152443. Pick from wool, leather, down, and more, with styles ranging from casual to dressy. This cute yet classic Swing Coatis on sale now for $69.65, and this Double Breasted Trench Coat
is also on sale, $69.65.
15% Off Designer Coats at eDressme.com
The Deal: Take 15% off Designer Coats at eDressMe.com through Oct. 29.
The Lowdown: Shop now for designer outerwear at eDressme.com, and get 15% off, just in time for the cool fall weather to really settle in. Are they coats cheap? Um, no—they’re designer, and you do pay for the name, even with 20% off. If you are a designer-devotee, however, a sale is the best way to get it. The most budget deal, however? This Drop Waist Lightweight Coat from the eDressme collection, on sale for $50.
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Women’s Coats For Under $50
Summer dressing on an extreme budget is soooo much easier—breezy skirts, shorts, tank tops, sandals for less? It’s a no brainer. But now that it’s fall—and our budgets are getting tighter than we’d ever imagined—many of us are also in the position of having to suit up against the cold that’s to come. If you have a decent coat from last year (or the year before), there are ways to update or make it look a little fresher for the season (check out The Budget Fashionista’s tips for Updating a Winter Coat); however, if you really just need a new coat, you should know you can get one without spending a fortune. We’ve picked a few we like for under $50 (seriously!):
AB Studio Ponte Coat, on sale $35.60, Kohl’s
Adine Plaid Coat, $37.80, Forever21
Merona Hooded Puffer Jacket, $39.99, Target
Sasha Funnel Coat, on sale $39.99, Delia’s
Herringbone Cape, on sale $49.99, Chadwick’s
Reversable Knee-Length Coat, $49, Newport News
Not pictured: Mossimo 3/4 Sleeve Wool Coat, $39.99, Target
Women’s Fall Coat Trends
Fall is the time to set aside that bathing suit (which many of us are not that sorry to see go) and start thinking about outerwear to fend of the impending chill. If last year’s coat needs to be retired, or if you just need something new to help you face all that cold weather ahead, there are plenty of budget options you can pick up now. Some of our fave outerwear trends for the season, and where to get them for less:
The Peacoat: We love the peacoat because it’s a classic that will last and last. Go for traditional navy, camel or black for a timeless version, or update with a hot color like red or a short cut to make it current.
Women’s Short Peacoat, $69.50, Old Navy
Hydraulic Peacoat with Epaulets, on sale $93.75, Macy’s
Merona Swing Peacoat in Plaid, $49.99, Target
The Swing Coat: The swing coat has been coming on strong for the last year or so as a jacket and outerwear option, and we like how flattering the silouette is to just about everyone. Just be sure to keep the bottom half lean when you wear it, lest you look like a large bell rather than the super chic woman you really are.
Women’s Pique Wool Blend Coat, $89, Old Navy
Wool Swing Coat, $109, Newport News
The Leather Jacket: The leather jacket is another classic, but the most modern way to wear it is in a short, close fitting cut or in a sleek belted trench (no bulky shapeless overcoats this year, please).
a.n.a Faux Leather 4-Pocket Scuba Jacket, on sale $89.99, JC Penney
Leather Trench Coat, on sale $80, Newport News
The Trench Coat: The trench is another classic we’re always talking about here at TBF—we love how it’s updated right now with color and modern details, like the berry trench and banded bottom versions here, which are great for dressier occasions.
Mossimo Black Satin Trench, $39.99, Target
What to Buy Fall 2008: Newport News
Newport News is one of our favorite budget fashion destinations because they have a great selection of workwear and dressing-up pieces that walk the line between trendy and classic (and sure, there are some not-so-up-to-date options as well, but we choose to ignore those). Here are our picks for fall:
Convertible Leather Coat, $159. Want a fall outerwear piece that’s both practical and makes a statement? This is it—leather is timeless, as is the trench styling—but you’ll get double wear as it converts to a hip-length coat as well. Comes in black or taupe.
Striped Sweater Dress, $39-$44. The sweater dress is both cool and practical, and we like this bold horizontal stripe (still a hot pattern for the season)—wear it with tights and boots as shown, or some cool spectator booties and a big clutch.
Drapeneck Tunic Top, $39. Bold color, shine and a flattering cut, this top will look great this season with slim-cut dark denim and boots or possibly some gray trousers for the workplace.
High-Waist Wide Leg Jean, $39. This season, wide-leg and high-waist denim is a fashionable option and while some just won’t go there, if you love it this is an easy to wear option that’s not too trendy (no sailor buttons or suspenders, natch).
Luxe Velvet Blazer, $89. Black for fall should be glam and a little sexy, and we love this velvet blazer for transitioning some of your regular day-wear pieces into an evening out look.
Ombre Pump, $39. As we’ve said before, we expect ombre to slip outside of the style radar before too long, but for now, some shiny ombre is a fun and trendy update, and these are inexpensive enough to be a worthy little style splurge.
Free Shipping on Outerwear at New York & Company
The Deal: Free shipping on outerwear from New York & Company
The Lowdown: Even if your temperatures are still somewhat summer like, now’s the time to pick up your next great piece of outerwear so you’re ready when fall weather really kicks in. New York & Company is making that task even easier, offering free shipping on any outerwear purchase, like this City Style trench, only $79.95 in sizes XS to XL.
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20% Off Jackets and Sweaters at Shopbop.com
The Deal: Take 20% off regular priced jackets at shopbop.com and 20% off regular priced sweaters at shopbop.com.
The Lowdown: Head to Shopbop for warm and cozy fall options—in the form of jackets and sweaters—and take 20% regular priced pieces right now, with the code SHOPBOPSECRET. Want to treat yourself to a designer statement coat for the season? Try this Diane von Furstenberg Trente Coat. And if it’s a new luxe cashmere sweater you’re craving, we like this Rachel Pally Cashmere Pocket Cardigan
, regularly $330. Yes, we know it’s not cheap—but if you are designer-inclined, the 20% off makes it just a little bit more manageable.
Shop: Shopbop.com and use code SHOPBOPSECRET.
High vs. Low: The Cropped Jacket
“SOME PRODUCTS ARE NO LONGER BEING SOLD”
We’re suggesting the cropped jacket as another transition piece when the weather is cooling down. It won’t be summer anymore, and yet the autumn leaves haven’t yet coated the ground, so an easy option is to just throw on a cropped jacket when you need that extra layer of clothing. We’ve seen versions with one button or three, with short and long sleeves, but we’ve settled on these two as our favorites. But since we don’t wish to break the bank for any trend, we’ve opted for the lower priced version. So, which is which?
On the left: A.B.S. white colorblocked cotton swing jacket, $144.99 (but regular retail $285!) at Bluefly.com.
On the right: City Style Ballet Neck Jacket, NY and Company, currently $17.98.
Katie Holmes Trench from New York & Co.: Look for Less
You know we love New York & Company —one of our favorite affordable stops for super cute and current workwear separates—and apparently Katie Holmes does too. The Tom Cruise-wife, Suri-mom (isn’t she an actress too?) is increasingly viewed as a chic fashion trendsetter, but apparently she’s not all designer, all the time—she was recently spotted rocking this fab plaid trench from NY&Co., which is currently available in stores for only $74.95 (it will be available online in December). Plaid, of course, is super hot for Fall . . .
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