When it comes to transitional or winter staple coats never go out of style. One of the most versatile investment pieces you could ever buy, they are the girls they think they are. Long, short, puffer, trench, military or parka they are able to fit into any wardrobe effortlessly. At Superbalist they also come in various colours and prints. From black, white, brown, denim blue, tan, blue, yellow, red, plaid, and chequered to a camel coat. Especially in South Africa where the weather can be unpredictable and a coat offers necessary protection when the weather is playing a game of “guess what I’m doing today”. Wear your coat with anything from maxi cotton skirts, Levis jeans or grey trousers to dresses and jumpsuits. End the look with boots or canvas shoes - no sandals here!This includes boys coats and girls coats since kids often need a little extra protection when the elements decide to act up. They have always been fashionable throughout every era with whole brands built around them since they offer so many styling options and are easy to adjust. 

What coats are trending right now? 

In the mens coats department, the puffer jacket is set to be the trendy go-to item. Specifically in a quilted style. Seen on many runway shows, puffer jackets were seen at every major design house. Both short and long, it offers a stylish solution to cold weather and can be worn on or off the shoulder paired with joggers, shorts, grey trousers, Levi jeans or cargo pants. If you want to go the more traditional route, a trench is a must-have piece in your wardrobe. They make any outfit look more dignified when giving a business man edge. 

When it comes to womens coats, bold and bright colours are the main attraction for any outfit. Think hues of blue, red and green. This makes for a statement piece with minimal effort. Another big trend unconventional prints such as animal or geometric. These are more for the daring since once you commit to these types of styles there’s no going back. If you’re a maximalist it’s really not that far of a stretch. For those that are on the minimal side trying the trend is still possible by getting those where these prints appear in the lining. 

Which coats should I wear with dresses?

Dresses and coats go great together since you get structure from one while the other offers a hint of femininity to a look. If you plan on wearing a maxi dress opting for those that are lighter is the best way to go since they still give a masculine flair by it being dominating. When it comes to rocking a mini dress you can go for either a longer or shorter one depending on what your vibe is. Red dresses look extra chic with a black coat. Feeling a bit exposed go for a longer one so you can decide how much skin you want to show. If your love showing skin go for a short puffer coat that brings the cool kid factor to your outfit. Midi dresses pair well with any style of coat and if a bodycon is your go-to style a coat is easy to make chicer.