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Winter Coats

Last year I bought a long faux shearling coat (aka Teddy coat because it looks like a teddy bear) from Lou & Gray. It’s cozy and soft, but casual enough to wear with leggings or jeans. Almost every time I venture out with this coat, I get a compliment. Unfortunately, the coat I own is no longer available but here are a few options. If you’re interested, order quick as these coats are selling fast; some sizes sold out since I started writing this blog post. (Click photos below or blue text for more information or to purchase.)

This Lou & Grey shirt coat is adorable, but it’s almost sold out.

This Sherpa Coat from Abercrombie & Fitch comes in both brown and grey and is selling fast.

This cream faux shearling coat at ASOS for only $135 will sell out fast.

This VERO MODA Lynn Teddy Coat from Nordstrom comes in cream and fir green. Comments indicate it runs large, so size down.

This Teddy coat from J Crew is available in several colors.

This Faux Fur coat is available at Bloomingdales. Bloomingdales has several faux fur / shearling options so search on their website to find the style and color you like the best.

If you’re ready for an investment piece, you can’t go wrong with a Max Mara Icon coat. I purchased the Max Mara 101801 in Ultramarine in 2018 (Things I Love – #8) and I hope to have it for many years. Although, I do tend to save this coat for dressing up, not walking the dog. This coat fits amazing and it’s made out of wool and cashmere so it’s really warm. When we were able to visit Chicago last winter, I stayed nice and warm while walking miles to and from dinner.

Wearing my Max Mara coat on a very cold winter night in Chicago. (We found an old friend on our walk home from dinner.)

Comment with your favorite winter coat below. Do you prefer classic investment coats or trendy, less expensive coats? Or both?

It’s definitely Fall in the Midwest, here are a few of my favorite things for the cooler weather.

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Nest Pumpkin Chai classic candle Nothing says Fall like the scent of pumpkin and spice. I really love the large 3-wick candle, but it is available in a smaller size.
Pottery Barn Faux Fur Ruched Throw Light your pumpkin candle and cuddle up with a good book under this cozy blanket.
Pook Dukes mittens I found these in Canada a few years ago. Soft and warm with flannel on the inside and wool on the outside.
Halogen Colorblock Cashmere poncho Just the right amount of warmth for running around in the Fall. The two-color poncho sold out at Nordstrom; but I found it online at Nordstrom Rack, for half price.
Solmate socks “Life’s too short for matching socks” and they’re comfy cozy! So many fun color options, buy one for you and one for a gift.
Rebecca Minkoff Chamille Stud Mule I love heels but sometimes you need a comfortable, stylish shoe that isn’t a heel.
Burberry Cashmere Scarf in Classic Check Fun Fact: Some Burberry scarves are made in Scotland. When we were in Scotland this summer, I couldn’t resist getting a souvenir.
Max Mara 101801 Icon Coat in ultramarine I’ve had my eye on this classic coat for years and I finally took the plunge this year. I’m actually looking forward to the cooler weather, so I can wear it.