The Perfect Camel Coat for Fall

Here we are. It’s October. I’ve already been asked what I’m being for Halloween, Starbucks is shilling PSLs like they’re still in style (are they?), and the days are getting darker – technically it’s fall but it really doesn’t feel like fall, at all. In fact the forecast for this weekend is 85 and sunny. Not that I’m complaining, at all – I could do summer year round like it’s my job. However, I know not everyone shares this sentiment so let’s talk outerwear, specifically the perfect camel coat for fall.

If we’re being honest, a camel coat for fall (or like, 5), are definitely a must have in every girl’s closet. Come September, you’ll want the perfect camel coat in your closet to throw over everything. Neutrals are the foundation to a versatile closet, and there’s a shade of tan (“camel”) to go with every skin tone.

So really, no excuses not to have one in your closet.

But honestly, there are SO many reasons to have a camel coat in your closet.

Side Note:

I’m a little (okay, a lot) embarrassed to admit this, because I’ve definitely looked down on doing this in the past, but it was so. insanely. hot. when I took these photos. I know, I know, I’m a hypocrite and a liar. I’m sorry, but it was out of love because I knew I couldn’t continue posting photos of myself on the beach. Having lived in the Midwest for almost my entire life, October is so far past beach season and it needs to be reflected in what you wear! (Unless of course, you live in Los Angeles.)

Continuing on… a camel coat is a MUST in everyone’s fall wardrobe. Although I’ve never really done a “capsule wardrobe” (10-15 pieces you mix and match and wear over and over), if I were to live by one, it would 100% include a camel coat.

Especially if you live somewhere with colder climate. Black is boring and so overdone. White gets dirty easily (wear at your own risk).

But camel coats will always be in style. It’s 100% worth investing in jackets because you will wear them forever. For your base colors (black, navy, grey, camel) you shouldn’t be afraid to spend a little more on pieces that are truly timeless.

You’ll wear a coat every. single. day in the winter, so choose wisely. Find a coat that looks and feels luxe and you won’t suffer from having to wear a puffy parka all the time.

THIS Fall camel jacket is a must have.

As  you may already know, I talked about Vici a lot. But the fact of the matter is their clothes are SUPER cute and really affordable (rarely anything over $100) and they add new product every day so it’s almost a given that if you’re a shopaholic, you’ll find something you love. Outerwear can be expensive, but they had really affordable and chic options as soon as the temperature started to drop.

Def check them out if you’re trying to dress chic on a budget.

My go to work uniform is usually a dress + boots, as soon as the weather cools down even the slightest bit I like to swap out ankle boots for OTKs. Stuart Weitzman makes all of my go-to’s (remember this post?) and this button down dress is one of my current workwear faves. My workplace is fairly casual so I can get away with this, but at the end of the day an office is an office and it’s better to lean on the conservative side.

This particular camel coat is a little more lightweight than a full on winter coat and is great for chilly mornings or evenings in SoCal. You gotta love a good wool coat to keep you warm. I’ve linked my favorite camel coats below and don’t worry, I’m just getting started with outerwear so stay tuned.

What’s your favorite outerwear trend this fall?

xx, Amy

photos: ryan chua