So I’ll let you into a little secret. I’ve decided this season it’s all about the blanket cape. No more stuffing arms into tight jackets, overheating, squashing your under-garments or ruining the all important aesthetics of your outfit. The layering of each piece, the mix of fabrics and colours and allowing each item to have its moment to shine is crucial. It’s artistic, in fact, the outfit itself becomes a piece of art… actually let’s speak out here, fashion IS art. The blanket cape is the ultimate ‘frame’ to your artwork. I’ve selected my favourite blanket capes for you… so it’s time to detox last year’s coats, edit your wardrobe and get shopping. Here are my top 4 blanket capes.
Hayley Menzies Mohair Zig Zag Blanket in Burgundy, £495.
Hayley Menzies Short ZIG ZAG Poncho Blanket in Blue, £350.
The beauty of Hayley Menzies blanket capes is that they are seriously warm, I mean SERIOUSLY warm with their sumptuous shearling collars…even in zero degrees, paired with a warm knit underneath, naturally. The geometric patterns are architecture-cool (is that a phrase?) and add a ‘je ne se quoi’ to your art-form.
Hot off the press, this ETRO blanket cape has just gone in the sale, reduced from £1,084 to £542…
ETRO houndstooth wool cape, £542, matchesfashion.com
And my final recommendation for all you Chloe lovers is their latest See by Chloe mulit-coloured bohemian cape.
See by Chloe striped cape, £435, matchesfashion.com
The ‘blanket cape’ – your new BFF this winter… and of course they won’t talk back… mind you, they look pretty opinionated, so dress them up well and treat them kindly.
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Written by Charlotte Loves
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Charlotte Broadbent
Personal stylist Charlotte has 18 years’ experience in the luxury fashion and beauty industry: she’s our go-to girl for wardrobe overhauls, style counsel and fashion tips.