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Coatigan for spring/summer

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BananasAreEvil · 09/05/2021 09:09

Looking for a longline non-frumpy long cardigan/coatigan that I can wear in spring/summer over knee high dresses, just to have an extra layer on that won't make me to hot, but also to look a bit more put together at work. Also, some of my dresses are a little floaty and go up in the wind, so a coatigan would add a little weight, ideally without making me too warm. I am short, so it doesn't need to be super long. I'd like a dark neutral colour, so probably looking for black or navy. Grey will make me look wide across the shoulders. Looking for decent quality, budget around £70.

I feel this one from Hush would fit the bill in a different colour: www.hush-uk.com/ribbed-jersey-jacket-pale-grey-marl/001647-2910.html

This one would work if the wool content wasn't so high: www.johnlewis.com/modern-rarity-pleat-back-mid-length-coatigan/navy/p5323770?size=xs

Anyone seen any alternatives?

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BananasAreEvil · 09/05/2021 09:38

Very nice looking Chatanooga1 thank you, but much too woolly for what I am looking for.

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LizzieMacQueen · 09/05/2021 09:46

Benetton have a black 3/4 sleeve one. With pockets.

Coatigan for spring/summer
BananasAreEvil · 09/05/2021 10:16

That's not bad Lizzie thank you, esp as it's 50% cotton. However, I don't buy from Benetton because their return process is painful and expensive.

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notasgreenasiamcabbagelooking · 09/05/2021 10:30

This might be too kimono shaped for what you're looking for but I've bought this as a cover up for summer. It's massive though - I'm a size 10 and bought the smallest size and it's still a bit roomy. I'm 5'4" and it looks a lot longer on me than it does on the model.
shop.mango.com/es/mujer/chaquetas-y-sobrecamisas-chaquetas/chaqueta-textura-algodon_87095677.html

raeroe · 09/05/2021 11:53

I know some people don't like it on here but SHEIN have loads like what you are looking for.

LizzieMacQueen · 09/05/2021 12:10

Oh are Benetton crap at returns @BananasAreEvil ? Their website says free returns and I have a couple if things in my basket ....

TimeforaGandT · 09/05/2021 12:42

I have this:
www.boden.co.uk/en-gb/berkshire-coatigan-navy/sty-k0417-nav

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BananasAreEvil · 09/05/2021 14:49

That one is spot on TimeforaGandT, unfortunately they only have size 6 left. I am a size 10, sometimes I can get away with 8, but not 6.

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BananasAreEvil · 09/05/2021 18:03

Those are very nice Livingoffroyalities esp the first one, the second looks a little like a house robe. I am only 5.1" so my worry is that they'll look too long on me. But def a possibility... Thank you

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WinterRose2020 · 09/05/2021 21:23

I've just bought this one from Cos and it's lovely. Cotton, so not itchy. I'm really pleased with it I think it will go nicely with jeans as well as summer dresses and shorts.

https://www.cosstores.com/engbp/women/womenswear/knitwear/cardigans/product.midi-knitted-cardigan-beige.0975542001.html?gclid=CjwKCAjwkN6EBhBNEiwADVfya72VuLbKIII_MlC6VkFTMIwjlfJcb6Bo4c-xhuq0cEZSuLJo16cZNRoClNoQAvDD_BwE

BananasAreEvil · 10/05/2021 06:29

That's stunning WinterRose, not the colour for me, but what a beautiful cardigan.

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TimeforaGandT · 10/05/2021 07:57

Bananas - things sometimes come back into stock or they get a return so worth keeping an eye on it or giving them a call to see if it will be re-stocked

Livingoffroyalities · 10/05/2021 09:25

I actually prefer the one with the tie, but would tie it loosely behind me to give the garment some shape rather than around me. (The way some women have the belt on a trench coat.)

Have you thought about a duster coat?

If your heart is set on the Boden one Next and John Lewis stock Boden.

Mimosa1 · 10/05/2021 10:52

This is lovely from Paisie via Wolf and Badger. It comes in several colours, I really like the dark green www.wolfandbadger.com/uk/paisie-long-ribbed-cardigan-in-charcoal/

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WinterRose2020 · 10/05/2021 13:31

@BananasAreEvil

That's stunning WinterRose, not the colour for me, but what a beautiful cardigan.
Ah, sorry. I think when I bought it, it was also available in navy but maybe it's sold out now.
Rina66 · 10/05/2021 14:50

What about these cardigans? I've got them and the matching knitted loungewear and they're so soft, great length plus pockets. At £24 each you could buy the black , navy and khaki for your £70 budget!

manamou.co.uk/collections/coats-jackets/products/voyelles-lounge-cardigan-black

manamou.co.uk/collections/coats-jackets/products/voyelles-lounge-cardigan-khaki

Ireolu · 10/05/2021 19:55

I just bought the spotty Boden one. I didn't even know I needed (wanted) one. Goodluck with your search OP. I need to stay off mums net.

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