Have I committed a possible crime against fashion? (With pic)

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I've just bought a teddy bear type coat from Next. Is there any hope for me or am I doomed in the fashion world? I actually really love it too.

It makes me want to come and give you a cuddle

Hmm, no replies , everyone being kind and saying nothing rather than yes?!

Ooh sorry NC4
Ooh good, a positive!
Yes I may have been heavily influenced by DS3 who loves his cuddly TY's!!!

I'm sure it's very comfy

Ah, you look lovely and warm.

Strangers will hug you.

I love the coat. Need brown boots with it

It’s possibly not the most attractive item but it’s not offensive. I certainly wouldn’t judge

If you love it that's all that matters!

It does look a bit dressing gown-y to me rather than teddyish though.

My dd has that coat makes me want to pet her 😀 i

Not for me but it does look cosy!

It’s looks comfy

I love your green boots.

DS(9) has a teddy bear fleece hoody, which generates lots of hugs from enthusiastic aunts and grannies much to his disgruntlement.

Reminds me of Pauline fowler for some reason
Does look cosy and warm and practical though

Pauline Fowler
Well I won't put a housecoat on underneath
And yes to brown boots, good idea!

I don't where you can go once someone has dropped a Pauline Fowler bomb.

I've seen some harsh things on S&B in my time...

It's not for me, but it sounds as though you love it, so it really doesn't matter what a group of random strangers in your computer think of it. Wear it and enjoy!

Could look like a streaking Paddington bear...(beat avoid pairing it with wellies and a brown hat). I rather like it though.

It’s practical, it’s warm and you love it.
Wear it, own it OP!

I think it would look far better with patent black or black leather boots/accessories. Sharpen it up a bit, provide a bit of contrast. Brown boots with that coat might be reminiscent of a sheep fancy dress.

My mum has this and it looks really nice. She wears it with skinny jeans and Chelsea boots.

What material is it? Is it like a dressing gown. It's not very fitted. I'm afraid it's very unflattering.

You'll be getting a hug the whole time you're wearing it, I can't see any negatives, enjoy.

My number one priority in a winter coat is that it should be warm and have plenty of room underneath for other layers. I also look for good pockets. Nobody looks glamorous when wearing multiple layers in the depths of winter, not if they dress to stay warm, anyway. I think it looks great and I hope you get a lot of enjoyment out of it!

PS Good idea to have a light-coloured coat too. Safer crossing roads in the dark.

I would just brace yourself for a lot more physical contact from family. I have something similar and I was sat next to my mum on the train and she kept stroking my arm. I didn't mind at all, and she had done it quite unconsciously. I told her to carry on regardless.

She really misses their dog and has decided she's too old to get another. I am happy to be a substitute