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Smart(ish), bright summer coat?

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gastropod · 10/04/2019 14:38

I'd like to buy a new, lightweight summer coat.

It needs to look fairly smart, and I'd like a bright colour if possible (not neutral). Not a jacket, as I don't want it too short.

Not a traditional trench coat - I have a couple of those already and I'm not a big fan of the style to be honest (they don't suit me!). And I'd prefer without a hood.

Anyone seen anything that might fit the bill? All I see is trench coats in the shops, or jersey blazers...

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BigFatBloomers · 10/04/2019 15:34

The only thing I can think of is an edge to edge coat but there don't seem to be many around. This one is close here at Mango but may be too short for you.

A couple here and here at Zara

BigFatBloomers · 10/04/2019 15:36

Or very pretty tweed at Anthropologie

AnotherEmma · 10/04/2019 15:44

Boden and Seasalt usually do lovely colourful coats

BigFatBloomers · 10/04/2019 15:50

What M&S call a longline blazer but looks like a coat to me

I can't imagine what the fabric is like for this Next one but it's definitely bright.

BigFatBloomers · 10/04/2019 15:52

Last one, just becuase I really like it - stripey

gastropod · 10/04/2019 16:51

Thank you all, some lovely ideas! @BigFatBloomers, I especially love the first one from Mango.
@AnotherEmma, will definitely have a look at Boded and Seasalt, had forgotten about them!

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DontCallMeCharlotte · 10/04/2019 17:08

I am so relieved that those M&S long line blazers are pure linen - and therefore completely impractical - otherwise I'd be stealing from the petty cash tin to buy one this side of payday. They are gorgeous though and I might yet treat myself come the end of the month...

Mitsouko67 · 10/04/2019 17:11

In my experience very difficult to find.

BigFatBloomers · 10/04/2019 17:29

You're welcome. Of course I possibly should have been working ... Grin
You realise you have to wear the Mango one with the matching cycling shorts!

Palominoo · 10/04/2019 17:34

m.topshop.com/search/?q=Relaxed+coat

Palominoo · 10/04/2019 17:35

topshop.com/search/?q=Relaxed+coat

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