Ask Belle: Long Wool Winter Coats
Nov 23, 2015
Hi Belle,
I love the short coats you just sent…but I need a long winter coat. I would love a nice wool coat, but don’t want to pay more than $500. Any good options that will last through several years? Thanks!
Leah
$500 is a very healthy budget. Even then, it may be difficult to find a 100% wool coat because many brands are cutting their natural fibers with the artificial stuff in the name of profit. Here are some coats in the $200-$500 range that should fit your needs.
DvF Wool Blend Wrap Coat ($449)
Talbots Gramercy Wool Coat ($229, also in petite and plus)
Cinzia Rocca Virgin Wool Coat ($379)
Ted Baker Wool Cocoon Coat ($311)
Belle Badgley Mischka Wool Blend Coat ($289)
Vince Camuto Wool Blend Officer Coat ($248)
MYNT 1972 Wool Maxi Coat ($458)
I tried on that BR coat recently. It’s a beautiful color but the opening on the neck comes very low. Almost like a blazer when buttoned up. It could just be my preference, but for cold weather, I prefer something that closes closer to the neck.
Personally, I wouldn’t buy a winter coat with less than 80% wool. I can usually find one for $250 or thereabouts. But it does take some looking.
Loooove, go for the Badgley Mischka!!