Review: Vogue 8696 | Cocooned for Winter Coat!
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I loved all of the details on my cape so much, that I decided I wanted an actual coat on a similar style. And lately, I've been more than obsessed with oversize jackets and I've naturally gravitated to the cocoon style.
I knew exactly what I had in mind: I wanted something that fit oversize and had a dramatic collar. I've also been checking out blanket coats as well. So while flipping through my pattern cabinet, I came upon Vogue 8696. Okay... not really a coat... more of a sweater, yet all of the details are there. My fabric is wool-blend coating (purchased at Hancock's last year), with NO-STRETCH.
Well... being the ME that I am, I decided to make it work anyway. Hey, it's only fabric. And the only way to learn if something will work is to test it out. So I went for it. I cut out the size large and I didn't make any alterations to the body of the design. Since I was using Views A/B (minus the belt), I lined mine with fabric from my stash. Here is the only change I made:
I had a small piece of lambskin leather in my stash and decided to add it to the sleeves.
Leather sleeves are a major trend this season and I knew this would be a great detail.
With the bulk of the fabric, I decided to omit the belt and just let the coat hang free.
I added cognac accessories to play off of the winter white: bag from Steve Madden and boots from Sam Edelman.
I can already tell you that this coat will see a lot of wear this season. It's so warm and comfy that it'll be the one I reach for the most!
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71 comments
This is sooooo right! Love it Erica..
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DeleteI love this coat...and in winter white, my favorite....the sleeve detail is amazing...that would with suede too. And you're wearing it with an ocelot print scarf. Such a great eye for coordinating prints and textures, Erica.
ReplyDeleteThanks MB!
DeleteThanks Sing!
ReplyDeleteI've been waiting to see this one on and hear about the details since it first appeared on Instagram! It is a lovely coat and the leather sleeves are such an interesting detail!
ReplyDeleteThanks Carolyn!
DeleteAbsolutely fabulous.
ReplyDeleteThanks KMQ!
DeleteLOVE!
ReplyDeleteThanks Adrienne!
DeleteJust wow! you are so talented! this coat/cape is very very pretty! I love to read your blog
ReplyDeleteThanks Lizzy!
DeleteLovely "Coat" Erica!!!! It does look extra comfy and warm:)
ReplyDeleteErica, great I decision on the sleeves, just made it classier than it already was. Love it.
ReplyDeleteYou look amazing, and I really love the leather detail on the sleeves.
ReplyDeleteThanks Crystal!
DeleteBeautiful! The leather sleeves really ramp it up! Such a clever idea!
ReplyDeleteThanks twotoast!
DeleteThe addition of the lambskin is so great.
ReplyDeleteThanks Trumbelina!
DeleteI don't comment often but I love it when you post as your outfits are amazing. This coat is no exception and the partial leather sleeve is genius!
ReplyDeleteThanks sewingkm!
DeleteOne day Ms. Erica, I will be like you...able to turn out ridiculously fabulous frocks at the drop of a dime. Girl this too fly!
ReplyDeleteLOL! Thanks Dei!
DeleteErica, I love your statement: "Hey, it's only fabric. And the only way to learn if something will work is to test it out. So I went for it." And believe me, I will ALWAYS keep this in mind...LOVELY COAT :)
ReplyDeleteMonica, it's only fabric. I think fear is what keeps a lot of sewers from advancing in their sewing. Thanks!
DeleteIt looks amazing. Chic and warm. Win win.
ReplyDeleteThanks Kelli!
DeleteGorgeous. Love the leather sleeve detail.
ReplyDeleteThanks Vicki!
DeleteThe leather sleeves look *fabulous*!
ReplyDeleteAnother gorgeous make!
Thanks Karin!
DeleteI just love your new coat and how you styled it with the cognac accessories. The sleeve treatment is superb.
ReplyDeleteThanks Cennetta!
DeleteLove the coat and especially the sleeves. Wish I was a bit taller
ReplyDeleteyou look stunning in it.
Thanks Lesley!
DeleteFantastic, Erica. Wow. I've been waiting to see the whole thing since you tweeted a preview.
ReplyDeleteThanks Cidell!
DeleteI love the whole outfit - Coat, bag and boots! I think I'll have to add a coat like that to my loooong list of things I want to sew!
ReplyDeleteThanks Pam!
DeleteWow this is so cute Erica! Great job!
ReplyDeleteThanks Myra!
DeleteYou've pulled it off again - always better than the inspiration - in this case, the pattern envelope!
ReplyDeleteThanks Mary!
DeleteBeautiful coat Erica, and the sleeve addition is WOW! I am always waiting for you to post a new project. Top notch work as usual!
ReplyDeleteThanks Levone!
DeleteLove the coat. It looks FANTASTIC on you!!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks CBB!
DeleteThis is a beautiful, classy coat! I love the winter white fabric. And the leather sleeves are great. Love the way you styled the whole look too!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jenny!
DeleteI suppose it is a bit of a risk turning a stretch cardigan pattern into a coat, but it has totally worked, I love it and the leather sleeves are inspired!
ReplyDeleteI knew it was going in, but I chanced it anyway. Thanks Allison!
DeleteI love mixing leather eith other textiles. Your versions is wonderful.
ReplyDeleteThanks velosewer!
DeleteLovely! The pattern illustration made it look a bit voluminous but yours is perfect. The leather sleeves are a really classy touch.
ReplyDeletethat is GLORIOUS.
ReplyDeleteThanks Oona!
DeleteWOW! I LOVE the entire ensemble!
ReplyDeleteWow! Can I copy you?
ReplyDeleteOf course you can GV!
DeleteI CAN'T EVEN DEAL WITH THIS. IT'S SO, SO AMAZING. Like, caps lock amazing.
ReplyDeleteThanks Ginger!
DeleteJust love the touch of leather on the sleeve.
ReplyDeleteThanks Gail!
DeleteOk that coat is the business,leather sleeve, love it!
ReplyDeleteThanks Peach Princess!
DeleteThis is such a coincidence. I made this same coat last year. Although I live in warm Texas, I travel to Europe for work and need a warm coat, especially for Norway trips!
ReplyDeleteI made it from a beautiful black blanket wool. Because it was a thick fabric I did not make the collar as long. Then, going with the leather trend, I made the sleeves of leather from a thrifted pair of leather pants (they were a size 4 or so). I also added two hidden magnetic snaps under the arms so I can wrap and close the coat for those really cold windy days. I absolutely love it.
Keep up the great work. I love your blog.
Love this! I am getting ready to style something similar and I was very worried about the "whites" not matching.. Yours looks fabulous and I guess I should not worry too much lol
ReplyDeleteErica, I hope you see this! Will a "coat" like this use the tailoring techniques that we will be using during the sew a long??
ReplyDeleteThis is what I would call a very softly tailored coat. The collar and facings are interfaced.
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