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Leighton Meester Spotted in Winter's Hot Trend: The Skirted Coat

by Lindsay Ferrier on December 15, 2010 at 9:50 PM

Leighton MeesterYou know if it's seen on the set of Gossip Girl, it qualifies as a major, MAJOR trend.

And that's just what can be said of Leighton Meester's full-skirted camel coat.

I love, love, love this look.

Not only is it hot right now, it's such a classy cut that you'll be able to wear it for years to come (though preferably not with UGG Boots like Leighton).

While I'm sure Leighton's coat cost more than most of your mortgage payments, not to fear, ladies!

I've got a lovely selection of affordable skirted coats ...

After the jump.

 

 

 

 

 

Modcloth

I am completely head over heels for this In Perfect Accordian Coat (Modcloth, $119.99). Sure it doesn't look very warm. But who cares?

 

ASOSHere's a classic skirted coat look at a price that's livable: The Fit and Flare Coat (ASOS, $172.40).

 

ModClothCheck out this awesome military-inspired Upper Deck Coat (ModCloth, $162.99)! *swoon*

 

TopShopGet Leighton's look on a budget with this Oatmeal Wool Skirted Coat (Top Shop, $190).

 

BlueflyThis Calvin Klein Skirt Coat (Bluefly, $199) is totally haut.

What do you think of the full-skirted coat? Would you wear one?

 

Images (top to bottom): Splash News, ModCloth, ASOS, ModCloth, Topshop, Bluefly

Filed Under: celeb style, bargains, clothes, trends, fall/winter 2010

Comments

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  • tazdvl
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    tazdvl

    December 16, 2010 at 12:43 AM

    Cute, I would wear it.


  • Steph...
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    Stephanie

    December 16, 2010 at 12:48 AM
    Either I'm REEEEALLY ahead of my time, or Leighton is REEEEEALLY behind, but two years ago, I bought an amazing skirted wool winter coat at H&M... I live in Chicago and so many girls have been wearing this style for the past few years (along with Uggs thankyouverymuch) that I guess we are just ahead out of time.

    And while "the rest of the world" may view Uggs as being untrendy
  • RanaA...
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    RanaAurora

    December 16, 2010 at 1:09 AM

    $190 is on a budget?????

    Oh lordy, Lindsay, you need to live on enlisted military pay for a bit. :) I totally challenge you to find me something LIKE these, for plus-sized women, for UNDER $50. You game?


  • PonyC...
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    PonyChaser

    December 16, 2010 at 8:21 AM

    YAY, RANA!!!!!  $50 is affordable, $190 is dream-land.  And prayers would be answered if these lovely coats were made for us voluptuous women!!


  • sstepph
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    sstepph

    December 16, 2010 at 8:25 AM

    I`d totally wear it. The military inspired one is calling my name ;)


  • Linds...
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    LindsayFerrier

    December 16, 2010 at 9:02 AM

    Ladies, you just need to keep an eye on the sales- and think about buying your coats at the end of winter- for next year. My stepdaughter just went to Macy's and found a gorgeous coat (and chose from many more with the same great deals) that had retailed for around $280. With all the special discounts, she got it for $100.

    I know $100 is more than $50, but if you can scrape it together, it's worth it- You can wear a good coat for ten years if you have to and you take good care of it!

    And if you must know, I got my new, $600 coat for $70 from Ideeli, which is one of those membership flash sale sites (click here if you want to join- It's free.) I had a few credits from Ideeli from friends who'd signed up and I paid the difference $70! It takes some searching and planning, but it can be done!

    You've given me a good challenge though, Rana! I'll see what I can do.  :D


  • jeann...
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    jeannesager

    December 16, 2010 at 9:13 AM

    My one complaint about skirted coats? They tend to make women look fatter than they really are. I think they're gorgeous, and I love the added length in the cold, but I think I'll stick to my peacoat.


  • Sarah...
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    Sarah A. Cobb

    December 16, 2010 at 9:38 AM
    I agree with Jeanne, if you've already got the hips, any longer coat will look skirted! I'm on the fence with this look... I liked the last coat on the list, the Calvin Klein, but I don't think its a classic. This year and maybe next, but after that I think it will have been too trendy to stick around.
  • RanaA...
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    RanaAurora

    December 16, 2010 at 7:06 PM

    So Jeanne, for me, as a fat woman (if I say it funny, it's not so sad), you'd recommend I skip the skirt bit? I can see that.

    Lindsay, I prod you because I really do love these coats, but I'm a poor lady. ;)


  • Monzie
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    Monzie

    December 16, 2010 at 7:27 PM
    I saw a woman at lunch today in a charcoal grey version of that last coat. It was adorable but it definitely helped that she was tall and slim (and not wearing a bulky sweater underneath).
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