As the autumnal chill sets in,

 a signal that the deep cold of

winter is not far behind,

it is time to consider

an inter-seasonal outerwear option.

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The requirements:

an on-point, versatile outerwear statement maker

an autumn to winter transitional item

easy to style with other wardrobe pieces

 loose fit for layering choices

 unique details

  options for the ladies and the gents

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The solution:

Et voila, the sleeveless coat!

Ticking all of the above and more.

Wear it ‘to bare arms’ or with sleeves.

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A few choices to consider:

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classic tailoring, large front pockets, shawl lapel

from Rachel Comey

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bold check print, styled with on trend culottes

from Rachel Comey

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single neck closure

slit front, inverted ‘V’ opening

deep side pockets

worn ‘to bare arms’

from New Zealand label Zambesi

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duck egg blue, double breast

textured, ombre detail

from MSGM

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black, single button closure, tactile fabrication

from Isabel Marant

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For the gents:

hidden button panel, up-collared

geometric detailing from ombre colour shading

A strong look!

from Rick Owens

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charcoal grey, cocoon shape, drop shoulder

from Warehouse

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faux fur,  hood

leather trim to button panel and pockets

from Marni

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leather

ribbed detail to collar, arm, hem

from Marni

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grey trench, off-centre button closure, front flaps

from ASOS

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