Winter Warmers.

Ah Winter - when the mornings become just as dark as the nights, and the weather as deceiving as a good  Instagram filter. Let's face it, when you think about it like that, it's almost enough to make you turn up the thermostat and send you whimpering to the warm embrace of your bed until the first glimmer of Spring arrives. However, to tempt you out of hibernation, we've scoured around for a selection of vintage coats so hot that they'd rival the dearly missed temperatures of Summer....almost. 

1. The 1960s Coat

This English Lady branded coat is quite the vintage gem and fits in perfectly with the British heritage vibes which are always popular with the ever lust-worthy Mulberry designers. This particular coat is made of 100% pure wool and comes in an appeasing palette of grey with subtle flecks of orange and brown which add further depth to rich quality of design. The coat is slightly flared which makes for a flattering silhouette in spite of the many layers that we'll undoubtedly be wrapping ourselves in this winter.  As far as detailing goes, the rounded collar is atypical of 1960's fashion but the five statement buttons help this coat fit in with contemporary styles, thus making it a truly timeless piece. So, dust off the vinyl player and your favourite Beatles record and get ready to embrace the swingin' sixties in this stylish swing coat available here

2. The Tweed Coat.

This Alexon Herringbone offering is the perfect coat for all of you ladies who have to hop around the place for business meetings. Smart, sophisticated and stylish, it makes for the perfect office coat. The cut screams minimalism but the luxurious velvet collar adds the hint of elegance needed to really dress up a monotonous work wardrobe; the notched lapels and double breasted fastening are the final stroke of professionalism. This coat is sure to send the boardroom into hushed silence when you make your entrance. To quote the ultimate female entrepreneur; "Dress shabbily and they remember the dress; dress impeccably and they remember the woman." You can see additional images of this dress and make the smart decision to purchase it here

3. The Camel Coat.

I don't know what it is about a camel coat, but they always seem to epitomise ladylike elegance and style, and this Ravens coat is no exception. A stunning blend of soft 70% virgin wool and 30% camel hair, this coat is a true beauty. It features a slight flare to the hem and comes with a matching belt with slide buckle to really clinch in that waist and give you a more defined silhouette. Personally, I think a camel coat can really pull together a winter outfit, it might be something to do with its ability to stand out against the sea of greys and blacks which become a little bit tiresome during the winter months, yet it's still a universal shade that doesn't clash with any other colours. If you're looking for a coat which you can wear with virtually any outfit, then this could be for you.

4. The Cape

Don't they say to save the best until last? I admit, I've fallen a little bit in love with this H Moser cape. It's presented in the lovely autumnal shade of bottle green and is truly striking. With the likes of Victoria Beckham and Olivia Palermo being partial to this style, it's fair to say that a cape coat is a must-have this season, and really sets apart the trend setters from the fashion followers.  This particular cape is a fantastic blend of thick wool which really adds a stunning shape to what can often be perceived as a shapeless garment. I personally suggest that you buy this little number before I get the chance to snap it up myself and add it to my ever expanding collection. 

So, there you have it - our best selection of coats to keep you both fashionable and warm this winter. The best part? You needn't even venture out into the cold to purchase them! As ever, our full collection of coats are conveniently available here. 

Ted Lapidus

Ah, the Swinging Sixties; arguably the most influential decade in terms of style evolution for both men, and women. Yet, today's post is primarily one for the boys...

There's no denying that the 60's were a culturally defining decade in many ways, and there were four Liverpudlian lads in particular who helped shape and redefine men's fashion... The Beatles were an overwhelming social, cultural and musical phenomenon who dominated an entire decade. In retrospect, it is fair to say that The Beatles epitomised and defined the sixties, thus their sense of style was heavily influential at the time; they possessed the ability to eclipse other fashion trends and truly make their own mark on the industry. So, we were more than excited when we stumbled across this vintage gem; an original Ted Lapidus suit. Ted Lapidus was a fashion entrepreneur who designed the famous white suit worn by John Lennon on the Abbey Road album cover. Lapidus started his fashion career as an apprentice for Christian Dior solely because he didn't have the money to put himself through medical school; yet he went on to revolutionise the fashion world. Lapidus was the first designer to put high fashion fabricating techniques into industrial production; he caused a storm in 1951 by collaborating with Belle Jardiniene and mass producing his designs to sell at the budget label, but as they say....there's no such thing as bad press.

Lapidus went on to become one of the most influential designers of the 60's, not only was John Lennon a fan of his work, but Lapidus was also the first designer to persuade Twiggy to wear a suit and tie as opposed to a mini skirt; Lapidus pushed the boundaries of styling and challenged the trends to turn fashion on its head. He injected a sense of quirkiness into the generation and offered a further breed of fashion to a decade that was already jam-packed with revolutionary styles.

Our Ted Lapidus suit will be available online this week, and is a true investment piece. Owning a suit designed by such a fashion hero from one of the greatest generations of all time has surely got to be the next best thing to having lived through the era first-hand, right? Ah, to have lived in the glory days of seeing The Beatles live in The Cavern Club; the perfect, flicked eyeliner smudged under my eyes and my bouffant askew from all the twisting-and-shouting - what a dream!