Wearing a wool camel coat and not fading into the landscape requires some good accessories. As the flurries fell, I stayed warm with cozy and colorful accesories. Heavily layered, I welcomed the chill and the first snowflakes of the season.
Good accessories I have! My multi colored blanket scarf was just as warm as its namesake. It is a bit bulky, but perfect for seriously cold days. Both the feel of the scarf and the colors are soft . My Russian styled hat also kept me warm. It is by Roxy and I got it last year.
I love coats and have an impressive collection. When your taste and size is consistent, and you shop for decades, you will find a plethora of warm coats for every occasion , at home in your closet(s). I love the way a coat can dress up a pair of denim skinnies, or dress down (or change- up) a cocktail dress.
A good wool camel coat is the very best choice for my taste and my lifestyle.
I added a snake bangle that I picked up at Broadway market , downtown near TopShop. The glint of jewels at my wrist added a nice flash, in lieu of abundant sunlight.
My bag was from my sister’s closet, a hand me down, as it were. Yay! I do not know the brand, it only has an initial and an image of a map, but I love it, it is light and large enough to carry a laptop, which I did that day.
The city is dressed up for the holidays. I do not have many photos , but more will be forthcoming. However, I love this photo, it is a ceiling from a diner downtown! Bet you would not have guessed that!
The requisite shot of my a favorite Christmas tree.
The lights glimmer on a side street near me.
Indoors my outfit looks different, the hues a shade warmer. I love standing next to a vase of 36 inch roses in perfect crimson red! My wool camel coat looks like a plain canvas for all of the color around me!
This is an easy post to shop, and chances are you own most or all of it. A good wool camel coat is an essential. It is always tasteful. The blanket scarf is ubiquitous and on most Christmas wish lists, too. But here is a quick little shopping gallery.
Below, bracelet , blue shaker sweater , wool camel coat , plaid blanket scarf , patent leather boots , faux fur hat .
Do you own a cashmere or wool camel coat? If not, is it on your wish list? Let me know what gifts you are buying for others , as well as what you are hoping to receive. Happy Holiday season. I hope this post finds you warm, safe and well !
photos by Lina Rincón C. for The Elle Diaries.com
You look snuggly and warm in your lovely coat, Elle – the pops of reds and the slick black of your boots look wonderful with it. I used to own a camel coat years ago, but it’s not a good colour for me, just blends right into my skin and makes me look sallow. I prefer my grey wool/cashmere menswear coat, or one of my “unsafe” coats (Polar Bear or Ocelot). I did buy a ginormous scarf – it’s practically a blanket! Wishing you happiness, health and a year of good times ahead with those you love, my dear. Peace… Read more »
Yes, I will continue to hope…
Grey is gorgeous! And I am intrigued with Ocelot, I just used that word… wonder what the color is, will go to goggle after this. Whatever it is, I am sure it is fabulous, as you are my sweet friend.
Happy, merry and cheers!
Xoxo, Elle
Even if you would try, you would never fade into the landscape!
Very sweet of you to say.., but sometimes I do like to just blend it..more often than not.
Merry and happy!
Xoxo, Elle
I really loved your outfit, dear Elle! I love a nice camel coat and the way you accessorize it is fantastic, you look fabulous! I loved your “Russian” hat, loved the boots and the bag you got from your sister! The scarf, being warm, is excellent and beautiful and I also loooved the bangle! I hope you have a very nice day and a beautiful Christmas!
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Thanks so much Denise! I was just aiming for warm, and ended up looking like a Christmas tree! Lol!
Much love, Elle
That’s such a beautiful classic coat! 🙂 I love your colourful blanket scarf with it too. I just bought a new scarf, even though it’s summer here, haha! You can never have too many scarves I think! 🙂
Hope you are having a great week! I’m enjoying the busy week before Christmas, after we had a relaxing weekend with some beach time on Sunday!
Away From The Blue Blog
Enjoy summer, your lovely family and some beach time! Well deserved!
So cold and windy here today, but all is well,
Love, Elle
You look very cozy bundled up.
The coat is a classic. I don’t own a cashmere coat but my husband owns several. Great for him when he lives in Hong Kong. Ha ha! NOT. Anyhow he comes home today for a visit so he’ll break open his coat closet for sure.
Wishing you and your family the very best this Holiday Season.
Suzanne
I am glad for you, but I would steal one of his coats and have it altered…then add some fur from a vintage piece that I know that you own..somewhere !
I wish you the same – happy holidays, good health , peace and joy!
xoxo, Elle
What a cute look! You look so cozy and chic 🙂
xo,
H
http://firsttimethings.com/
Thanks! I am warm and feeling cozy despite the cold. Welcome to my blog!
xoxo, Elle
It’s so important to have a warm coat, and this one hits it out of the park!!
You look so lovely, Elle!
XOXO
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
Thanks Jodie!
I love the boxy shape of this one..I can really layer to stay warm!
Happy holidays!
Xoxo ,
Elle
Ooooh wow – I absolutely love this post and outfit, it’s beautiful and perfect on you!! Love, love, love!!
Hope you’re well and wishing you a wonderful week ahead!
Layla xx
http://www.sprinklesofstyle.co.uk
Thanks so much Layla!
I am very glad. I was just looking to be warm!
Cozy was a happy extra benefit!
Happy holidays!
Xoxo, Elle
You look beautiful..so love it!..
Xo,christianne
http://simplychristianne.com
Thanks so much Christianne !
I Manos glad. I hope you have a wonderful week and holiday season!
Xoxo,
Elle
My dear, I had to find your blog and add it to my reading list again – it seems it got lost somehow, I did not receive any notifications lately! It’s a good thing we are connected on IG! And thank you so much for all your wonderful comments, you are so kind! You look incredible in everything you wear! I love how you wear the blanket scarf on top of your elegant coat, and the fur hat and your amazing boots complete this very European (to my eye) outfit! Lovely photos, and I can tell you are in a… Read more »
I ma so sorry. I switched back to WordPress, and sent out a notification , but most did not see it…my bad.. but yes, I am so happy to see you here as always. I love a thoughtful and modest holiday…the best! A ukulele! How cool!
Xoxo, Elle
Nice coat!
Daniel x
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Thank you Daniel!
I am glad! You’ve great style, too!
xoxo, Elle
What a beautiful and colourful winter outfit! Love the scarf and cap heaps!!!
http://www.busyandfab.com
Thanks so very much! This was warm and cozy..perfect for a cold New York day! Happy holidays!
Xoxo, Elle
This is really nice! what a coat!
http://gallech.blogspot.com
Thanks so much. It is warm and so classic..I hope to keep it for another decade!
Happy holidays!
Xoxo, Elle
This camel coat is so classic and chic! I love the added scarf for some color.
https://www.kathrineeldridge.com
Thanks so much Kathrine!
This was easy to style, I just added layers until I was warm!
Happy holidays!
Xoxo, Elle
Elle,
I know already you have an impressive collection of coats! And I agree if you collect them for your you have really nearly for each occassion the suitable coat at home 🙂 Your fantastic outfit is the proof for this! I love this look, thanks a lot for sharing!
xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
http://www.dressedwithsoul.com
We both have many lovely coats! It is cold in our winters, so we need them!
Brr… happy holidays to you and yours sweet friend!
Xoxo, Elle
This outfit is wonderfully cute and seasonal. I love the hat, reminds me of an ushanka similar. Happy Holidays, dear. xx/Madison
FASHION TALES
Thanks Madison!
Happy holidays!
❤️❤️❤️
It is very much like a ushanka
So pretty pics!
Have a nice week!
Gil Zetbase
Thanks so very much!
You too, a wonderful week and holiday season!
Xoxo, Elle
You look so cozy and stylish, Elle. I love your camel coat and that blanket scarf is the perfect accessory.
I wish you and your family a happy and peaceful Christmas
Julia x
http://www.thevelvetrunway.com/
I was felling cozy and warm! Hard to accomplish sometimes in New York, in the winter!
I wish you the very same…happy holidays, peace and joy!
Xoxo, Elle
You are so right, with some bold and fashionable accessories, you can certainly add some life to a common basic, such as wool coat, which many of us own. Especially in NYC, where there everywhere, it’s so good to add some personal touches to help add a nice pop to a winter outfit. Thanks for sharing and I hope you have a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
XO,
Jalisa
THE STYLE CONTOUR
Thank you Jalisa!!!
Happy Holidays! Almost here!!
xoxo, Elle
It looks very elegant. Merry Christmas dear 😊
https://deriasworld.blogspot.co.at/?m=1
Thank you! It is very warm!
xoxo, Elle
The hat finished the outfit.
Thanks Jackie,
It also kept me warm!
Xoxo, Elle