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Parka for a pear?

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TroublesomeTownHouse · 12/01/2021 17:09

I've just looked in the mirror when wearing my lovely Barbour parka. It's now on Ebay Sad

Anyway onwards and upwards I need something warm, waterproof and practical but also stylish. The coats I like seem to be straight-up-and-down which is not me.

Is there such a thing as a flattering - maybe oversize - coat that fits the bill?

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SoupnSalads · 12/01/2021 17:15

Or something with top pockets, to balance top and bottom half, but hits at widest point of hips or just above.

SoupnSalads · 12/01/2021 17:19

^ I have a Harvey and Jones jacket like this second one, from TKMaxx. Another suggestion is layers, a jumper that hits at the right point under the jacket

TroublesomeTownHouse · 12/01/2021 18:12

Thanks @SoupnSalads. Seasalt might be worth a try. I need proper weatherproof so the Oasis one is probably a bit lightweight.

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ramarama · 12/01/2021 22:58

I just bought that Sea salt plant hunter (i'm a pear) and it's actually the best fit i've tried in a coat like this in ages. And warmer than the thickness would suggest

borntobequiet · 13/01/2021 06:39

The Trespass Phyllis coat is very fitted and might give you a good shape if you like a down coat/long jacket.

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