I live in Central Florida and have not bought a winter coat for years. I expect to be traveling to colder climates this winter and will need a warm coat. I'll need something that I can wear in a casual business setting and also working and walking outside for short periods. Do you have any suggestions about materials, styles, brands, etc? (I asked this in another section but I'd like more opinions. Thanks!)
2007-11-30 22:28:09 · 11 answers · asked by ? 7 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Senior Citizens
You can get a wool trench coat with a zip out liner. It looks stylish and will keep you warm through the coldest winter day, AND it also helps to have the liner zip out for those "not so cold, but dreary days".
I found a London Fog lined coat, which means it can be used as a raincoat as well as a winter coat...double bonus!! And at a decent price too.....
http://www.overstock.com/Clothing/London-Fog-Black-3-4-Button-Trench-Coat-w-Lining/2537175/product.html?cid=75680&fp=F
Don't forget the stylish hat, scarf and gloves!!
2007-12-01 02:52:54 · answer #1 · answered by Susie Q 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
IMO you cant go wrong with a micro fibre, a lot have the appearance of silk, not polished silk though, hard to describe really, lightweight and really warm, and they come in "dressy" styles too
I also have several down vests and some quilted cotton I wear a lot in the winter for extra warmth. I need a warmer jacket too this year - its already -8C here and supposed to get a lot colder.
Good we need a deep freeze for awhile to put a stop to the pine beetle,
If you are shopping for sweaters too DO try for woven silk, looks like a light weight knitted wool, and they are very warm even though they look and are light weight.
Silk seems to adjust to the climate, cool or warm as required. The best purchase I ever made was a "knit" silk sweater - wish I had bought 3 or 4 instead of just the 1 because its worn out now and looking kind of ratty -
2007-12-01 06:33:21 · answer #2 · answered by isotope2007 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Iritadragon had a great suggestion. You may have a problem finding one in a store in Florida. My granddaughter goes to Kentucky every Thanksgiving and we always get her a new coat. But when it snows there the coats she takes are not quite thick enough. Try buying via the internet.
2007-12-01 03:00:01 · answer #3 · answered by Southern Comfort 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The coats suggested are fine -- remember "layering" clothing adds warmth, so even a little lighter coat can be quite warm with sweaters, wool or heavy cotton garments.
2007-12-01 06:15:37 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Camel hair is a pretty good all round choice for a coat, quietly conventional, warm, and stylish. Have a great day.
2007-11-30 22:33:36 · answer #5 · answered by wheeliebin 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Use more efficient light bulbs Buy a clock thermostat. Insulate attic. Insulate hot water heater. Use cold water when you wash clothes. Instead of using a clothes drier , put a clothes line in your yard. Gary Dominicus
2016-05-27 02:14:31 · answer #6 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Down jackets are the warmest here in Minnesota and if you get one with a belt or one that cinches in at the waist it will keep you nice and warm. Also nice to have it at least knee length. good luck
2007-12-01 01:58:10 · answer #7 · answered by Aloha_Ann 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well if this is a one time trip i would talk to a few of my frieds and see if i could borrow a coat from one of those yankees -- why buy when you may never wear it again!!!
2007-11-30 23:43:29 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
get a long coat with a liner.
2007-12-01 00:56:09 · answer #9 · answered by Nora 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yeah but I think the polar bear might object so I dont think I had better tell you my suggestion!!!
2007-12-02 02:04:49 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋