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Women's Peacoats

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Women’s peacoats with timeless shape

The women’s peacoat is a short wool coat with a double-breasted front, wide lapels and a structured shoulder. It sits at the hip or just below, so it looks tidy over dresses, skirts and trousers alike. Compare pea coat women styles from UK retailers on this page and buy from the one you like. A classic navy or black peacoat works with everything, while camel, grey and burgundy colours add warmth to a winter wardrobe and brighten dark days.

Female peacoat fit and fabric

Fit is what separates a good peacoat from a merely decent one. Check that the shoulders sit on your shoulder line and the sleeves end at the wrist, then make sure the coat closes over a jumper. For a quick comparison with the other cut, browse men’s peacoats and notice the straighter body. A peacoat coat women choose for winter should have a dense wool blend and a smooth lining, and angled pockets that keep your hands warm.

Peacoat women’s styles for the whole family

Many people shop for several family members at once, and children’s cuts follow the same silhouette, so you can look at kids’ peacoats to match the style. For yourself, look for a nipped waist and anchor or plain buttons, depending on taste. Pea jacket womens versions with a belt or a faux fur collar feel more dressed up, while plainer designs suit the office. Pair the coat with boots, a scarf and straight trousers for an easy winter outfit.

Looking after a women’s peacoat

Wool is naturally resilient, so a few habits will keep a peacoat looking good. Brush it after wear, hang it on a wide hanger and rest it for a day between wears so the fibres recover. Spot clean small marks with a damp cloth and leave full cleaning to a specialist at the end of the season. If it gets caught in rain, let it dry naturally away from heat. Check the buttons and lining now and then, because they take the most strain.