Bright Sunshiny Winter

I must confess, I am a bit of a coat addict.  I wouldn’t mind having a coat for every day of the week, and at 6 coats and counting I almost do. But none of them are as bright as this lovely specimen, and I have been hunting for a toggle coat for ages, so this beauty is going straight to the wish list. I’m totally in love with it, and have you noticed the adorable Mary Janes? Everything about this photo makes me happy! How many coats do you ladies (and gents?) own? (Please tell me I am not the only coat hoarder around) Is there a style you are still wishing/searching for?

Photo via the magnificent UnabashedlyPrep

16 Responses to Bright Sunshiny Winter
  1. quintessence
    November 23, 2010 | 8:42 am

    I am also a coat addict – and not just coats, but any form of outerwear. And I am embarrassed to admit that six is a fraction of what I own. Am with you on the toggle coats – LOVE them and this one is especially adorable – you could only ever be in a good mood wearing it. Hope Santa brings it for you!

  2. Susan
    November 23, 2010 | 9:13 am

    Love that coat, and I also would be super happy to have a coat for every day of the week!

  3. Signe
    November 23, 2010 | 9:22 am

    This one is lovely! And I need to go this week and pick up a super warm parkas or something, forecast is saying 25degrees Celsius below in Oslo the upcoming weekend! Brrrr!

    Oh, and I added your button to my blog, hope you don’t mind :)

    • Em
      November 23, 2010 | 9:33 am

      Signe – Of course I don’t mind, I am so honored!! =)

  4. Lindsay
    November 23, 2010 | 9:28 am

    I am so with you! I LOVE this coat. The brighter the better. I’m looking to increase my collection this year with a gorgeous orange Barbour. xo

    • Em
      November 23, 2010 | 9:41 am

      Lindsay – That will be a fabulous addition! I’ve been eyeing their Madge coat, that standup collar would be perfect for windy New England.

  5. AbbieBabble
    November 23, 2010 | 9:46 am

    I do not have that many coats, but I think I need some more- where we live, we spend so much time wearing them, coats are a necessity, and one is not enough!

  6. Brandi
    November 23, 2010 | 9:47 am

    Let’s see…I own a fantastic black winter coat. And a teal one that needs to be replaced. I’d love a bright blue or yellow one like this one though. The winter is a perfect time to throw some bright colors around to counteract the grey days. I’m still on my winter coat hunt…

  7. Maia
    November 23, 2010 | 10:27 am

    Oh, total coat hoarder. I have to clear out every now and then when my husband gives me trouble about not having enough coat space. Love this yellow duffle…something I would have worn when I was in college in Connecticut (with duck boots, probably ;)

  8. mariel
    November 23, 2010 | 11:25 am

    Sigh. I need another toggle coat since my brother maimed my old one. Imagine my horror when I discovered the coat in my closet with the toggles gone. According to my skinny, emo brother, he wanted to wear my coat, but he didn’t like the “stick things,” so he “snipped them off.” Sad panda :(

    • Em
      November 23, 2010 | 1:22 pm

      Mariel – oh. my. god. You should have told him the “stick things” were the whole point of the coat, silly boy! So sad.

  9. Laura Bear
    November 23, 2010 | 12:11 pm

    OH my only 6 coats? I have waaaayyy too many then…. I agree… one for every day of the week and then some!!

    I am off to find this one.. reminds me of the Kate spade yellow one from last season..kicking myself for not buying it.

  10. Meagan
    November 23, 2010 | 12:48 pm

    I love that shade of yellow! It’s so perfect for blah wintery days. I have about 4 coats, all of different weight and purpose. After my first few Chicago winters I said screw fashion, I’m going for pure warmth and bought a North Face coat. But I have 2 “fashionable” coats that I have had for 3 years. I think it’s time for an update but I just don’t know. This yellow one is leaving me wanting a new one….

  11. kimia kline
    November 23, 2010 | 7:47 pm

    that coat is AMAZING. yellow is such a lovely color to wear in winter when everything is typically gray and black.

  12. alli/hooray
    November 23, 2010 | 9:40 pm

    love, love this coat…

  13. Oh, My Darling
    December 2, 2010 | 2:12 pm

    Oh geez, I too have a coat problem. I’ve promised myself not to buy any this season, but it’s super-tough with pretty ones like this!!

 ”Don’t listen to anyone. Trust what gives you pleasure. Trust the emotions. If you love something but can’t explain why, that’s enough.“ 

~ Calice Becker