Outerwear as a Personality Part 1
AKA How to get through the colder months
Everything has a season and I don’t know if it’s the cold weather or a wave of nostalgia, but lately I’ve been deep in my fur-jacket era. Think 1960s mini jackets with fur cuffs, (very Jackie O), the 1970s leather trenches à la Penny Lane… and those effortlessly bohemian, slightly undone looks inspired by Bianca Jagger and Anita Pallenberg or the long fur coats that epitomized 80s decadence (note to my lovely readers, I will get into the 70’s & 80s in my second outerwear newsletter to follow).
I am a true lover of vintage coats, they give that extra kick of personality and individuality I so crave. That said, if vintage isn’t your thing, or hunting is just not your thing, there are so many current brands doing beautiful faux-fur and vintage-inspired styles right now. Same feeling, same drama, just a lot easier to access. I’m often pleasantly surprised when I eye a piece out in the wild that looks vintage and ask the person wearing it where they found it, and the reply is “oh I got it on Net, or it’s Rixo…”
I’ve put together a little round up below, but I also have a lot more styles that I will link to on my ShopMy fur collections page feel free to check it out when need a break from Epstein files, doomscrolling, or can’t sleep at night ( sidenote- I like to shop when everyone else is sleeping).
1960s Mini Jackets (Jackie O Energy)
Inspo: Structured, cropped jackets with fur cuffs or collars- polished but statement making.
Why & when: This is the easiest way to add drama without committing to a full coat. I wear these during the day with jeans and flats, or at night over a mini or tailored pants when I want something to speak up and make the outfit feel special, but not feel fussy.
Shop the look (photos left to right):
Shop the look (photos left to right):
Leopard, the 60s Way
Inspo: Leopard as a graphic, not a statement. People look confused when I tell them leopard is a neutral, but to me, it is very much a neutral. It may be loud, but it works with anything, when you want to give main character energy.
Why & when: Leopard works best when it’s doing the one thing. Think dinner parties, or travel days when everything else is simple and the jacket does the talking.
Shop the look (left to right):
Penny Lane & the 70s Leather Trench
Inspo: Long leather trenches with oversized fur collars—cool and confident.
Why & when: This is a hero coat. I reach for it on cold nights, trips, or anytime I want to feel pulled together without trying too hard. It instantly elevates even the simplest outfit, be it jeans or a dress.
Shop the look:
A Note on Faux Fur
The quality has gotten incredibly good. You can also still get that vintage-esque feel—chic, cozy, and a little dramatic—but it’s accessible, wearable, and available now.
Stay tuned for part 2, where we explore 70’s and 80s glam fur coats.
You can shop all these and more coats I’ve rounded up in this collection link here!
PS- let me know if this is your thing or you are here because you want something else from my posts. This substack world is all new for me and I am really curious to hear what you want to learn about and what you are looking for right now.
xo, Simone
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