Old money
The oversized camel coat
The camel coat is the anchor of the old money look: long, relaxed through the shoulders and in a warm, slightly golden brown that flatters almost everyone. Worn oversized, it goes over chunky knits without pulling and looks just as right with sneakers as with boots.
What makes the look
- A length below the knee, often to mid-calf
- Dropped or relaxed shoulders with room for a thick sweater
- Wide lapels or a simple notch collar
- Concealed or tonal buttons, or a wrap with a tie belt
- Camel, but also oatmeal, chocolate and grey
How to wear it
- Office
- Tailored trousers, a turtleneck and loafers.
- Weekend
- Jeans, a grey hoodie and white sneakers under the coat.
- Evening
- A long knit dress and knee-high boots.
Check this before you buy
- Read the fabric label. A share of wool keeps you warmer and pills less than pure polyester.
- Check whether the coat is lined. A lining helps it hang well and slide over knits.
- Look at the shoulder seam in photos. In an oversized cut it should sit below your shoulder.
- Size up only if the brand does not already cut it oversized; reviews usually say.
What to expect at each price
Under $30
Rare for coats. Usually thin polyester; check the fabric before buying.
$30 to $60
Wool-blend options start to appear, often unlined.
Over $60
Higher wool share, full lining and better buttons. This is where a coat lasts years.
Vetted picks
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