OUTERWEAR Collection & How To Style Different Blazers, Jackets & Coats

Sharing a review of my outerwear collection including my most versatile and classic blazer, jacket and coats. These options are very easy to style and go with a lot of different outfits but I added in some of the ways I frequently like to wear them.
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+ SIZING
I am 160cm, 5'3, usually AU 6, EU 34 or US 0-2, XS, or Levi's W25. For other jeans (& other stories, reformation) I am usually a W25. Measurements for sizing reference are 78cm (chest), 65cm (waist) and 88cm (hip).
+ ITEMS SHOWN (in order)
CHECK BLAZERS
Plaid Blazer - Sandro (34) similar bit.ly/33q1DBV
Plaid Blazer - Red is from Isabel Marant (34) via The Outnet alternative bit.ly/33hnHyJ
My favourite place to shop blazers is The Outnet (especially when there are additional discount codes)
US link bit.ly/33D3keX
Aus + Rest of World bit.ly/3A1Vgk9
Otherwise I love The Real Real bit.ly/3nvUPcT
OVERSIZED BLAZERS
Oversized Blazer - Uniqlo +J Mens (XXS) similar bit.ly/3frv9cW
Mine was ‘dark grey’ part of Sprint Summer and has 3 buttons
Oversized Blazer - Tibi ‘Liam’ (XXS) in check bit.ly/3trYQCS
More affordable alternative - Arket bit.ly/3A6asN3
For the Arket version, I personally would tailor in the sleeves as it has a slightly longer/leaner oversized silhouette from memory
CASUAL JACKETS
Casual Jacket/Shacket - Sezane Willa (XS) bit.ly/3rv8bay
Alternative casual jackets bit.ly/3GBKaVx
TRENCH COATS
Trench Coat - & Other Stories old - very similar look to what I own bit.ly/3GM0yTa
For Everlane, I have always sized down to a 00 for my true size, or a 0 for an oversized look.
Other Trench Coats I like - this is more classic bit.ly/3I9OITh
WOOL COATS
Brown Coat - Mango (XS) - old, I like the look of this one from them bit.ly/3A2J42u
Light Pink Coat - The Curated (size S) - watch my review here • The Curated Coat Revie...
Beige Coat - & Other Stories (XS) - These 3 are not the exact but look quite similar bit.ly/3IdBdlo OR bit.ly/3twtn2l OR bit.ly/3fxrp9E
Some are out of stock but I see them restock this style of coat frequently.
Navy Coat - COS - old
They should have similar options available, cannot access site from Australia for whatever reason.
Black Coat - Sezane - old alternative (ones I like with good percentage wool) bit.ly/3fvh0eL OR bit.ly/3Kt77wz (this is double faced and looks very nice)
*Plaid Coat - Petite Studio (XS) bit.ly/3KjHRsv
Other Plaid Coat - Tibi (XXS) - old
Similar styles - the colour/print looks beautiful on this one bit.ly/34Y6Ktt
What I'm Wearing
Navy Top - Uniqlo extra fine merino (XS) bit.ly/3tuq37W
Jeans - Levi's (W26) bit.ly/3ty38J1
Earring - Acne Studios bit.ly/3Irm3JN
Belt - Isabel Marant Leece bit.ly/33I766Y
Music used
Love Letter by Anthony Lazaro and Sarah Kang • Love Letter [official ...
Time Stamps
00:00 - 00:39 Intro
00:40 - 02:49 Check Blazers
02:50 - 04:46 Oversized Blazers
04:47 - 06:08 Casual Jacket
06:09 - 08:02 Trench Coat
08:03 - 18:02 Wool Coats
18:03 - 18:49 Outro
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[@TheShoogunn]

You always give such detailed and well-thought-out reviews of your clothes, I love hearing your reasoning and it makes me better at assessing my own purchases. I love coats and would constantly be buying new ones if they weren't so expensive! Because of the price and because the weather can vary a lot here in Canada, I tend to buy coats based on practicality and the look they have by themselves. I don't see coats as part of an outfit, I see them as an outfit by themselves, and they need to go well with almost everything. For me, the outfit I wear when I'm inside needs to function on its own, since I won't be wearing my coat for most of the day.

[@tinkerbellss4533]

Your outerwear is on another level, you have such a nice taste! Also love how detail-oriented your choices are, very sensible

[@DailyHelenJ]

Thank you so much :) xx

[@jumplc]

Outerwear for me is the main focus during winter, most of the time I don’t even take off my coat. Thanks for sharing :)

[@DailyHelenJ]

Always happy to share :) Thank you so much xx

[@stupor_mundi]

I confess I have an unhealthy obsession with outerwear, so this was so enjoyable

[@DailyHelenJ]

I'm trying to picture that leather coat of yours and can imagine it to be so chic! Thank you so much xx

[@kimh5794]

Great explanation and logic behind your style choices. So many great outerwear pieces and love that puzzle bag!!

[@DailyHelenJ]

Thank you Kim :) Have a lovely week ahead x

[@halinameson2946]

I love this complication of outfits with your delightful “basics “. Enjoyed the music in the checked blazer edit. Hi!!

[@emilychen2036]

Happy New Year! Really enjoy watching your videos, very inspirational! Thanks my dear!

[@DailyHelenJ]

Happy new year Emily! :) Have a great week x

[@sijalaryal8244]

Thankyou for making this video❤ lots of love and love your style ❤❤😘

[@DailyHelenJ]

Thank you for watching :) Have a lovely week x

[@IAMFRESH]

Love your style!!!

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I really prefer a coat that buttons up to the base of the neck. I don’t find coats without any closure, like the Curated one, at all practical.

[@Kabast]

My personal favorite is definitely my Curated classic coat. I saved for it for a while, I was really appreciative of your review as a petite person- we are the same height and close to the same size 🖤 I waited until the cool brown/taupe color came out and sized up for layering, it’s the only coat I wear now and was very worth it- I definitely agree that any lighter color would be so delicate and I wouldn’t find it as practical for that.

[@DailyHelenJ]

Thank you for sharing Kaitlyn! It's honestly a great coat and I can see why it's a favourite :) x

[@ezerstudio9195]

First- this video is great! Second- I recently subscribed and I'm so impressed with the quality of your videos and your style perspective 10/10 for sure. Third - Could you please do a video on all of your skirts? I've been really expanding that style in my wardrobe and would love your take on what works about the skirts in your wardrobe. Thanks!!

[@DailyHelenJ]

So happy to have you here! :) I'm adding this to my to film list now. I think I will film it in Feb (right before Spring) as most of my skirts are lighter. Have a lovely week x

[@ezerstudio9195]

@@DailyHelenJ I'm greatly looking forward to it!

[@sirribeckline6844]

This has inspired me to be intentional in building my outer wear collection

[@DailyHelenJ]

Thank you so much :) Hope you find some pieces you love x

[@j_yvi]

been really enjoying the content lately! even though we don't share exactly the same style, I always get a lot of inspo from your videos :)

[@DailyHelenJ]

So happy to hear, thank you for watching :)) x

[@kimidoodles]

I bought two new coats this season and I love them but I find myself wishing they were a bit more oversized. Love the Petite Studios coat

[@mii-chin143]

Haven't worn coats so much before, mostly worn really warm longer jackets like puffer trenches since it gets super cold here in Sweden 🥶 but bought a black coat this year that I love and haveworn almost every day! Wanted to find a brown like yours but since I'm so short (150cm..) the sleves are always a big problem so when I found one that fit I just had to get it 😂 also bought a light plaid coat but since it's not layered I'm waiting for warmer weather 😅 For me a tie wait is a must since otherwise coats usually swallow me up.. 😅 also, tying it gives more warmth and protects against chilly winds~

[@DailyHelenJ]

Thank you for sharing! I love hearing your preferences - the belt thing makes a lot of sense and I'm glad you found the perfect black coat for your wardrobe. Have a lovely week ahead x

[@athag1]

Really interesting and informative! I love how you mix cool and warm colours with confidence. Would you consider doing a video on this?

[@DailyHelenJ]

Absolutely! Will talk about it in a video on styling colour soon :) Thank you for the idea and for watching x

[@katerinagj]

Great video as always 😊 I was very lucky to find two beautiful duffle coats in December. One of them is a lighter color and the other one is navy and dark grey in a checkered pattern. They both have high percentage of wool and I love them. However, if there is one piece of outerwear that is essential in winter where I live it is an extra long puffer. I don't love it and wear it only when I have to but I sure am glad I own one ❄️

[@DailyHelenJ]

Thank you Katerina! Of course, a long puffer is the ultimate practical cosy piece :) The duffle coats sound lovely as well. Have a great week ahead x

[@meladva3224]

I really love your style. Would you mind telling me where did u get your boots? Thanks

[@MrMrMosquito]

Love this video~ can you also show us how to style outerwear with blouse top? I always found it hard to style blouse with jacket/ coat.

[@DailyHelenJ]

Will try to include this in a lookbook soon :) I think I don't wear blouses often with coats just because usually it's not warm enough in coat weather. But otherwise, I like reaching for something with a small neckline so the neckline doesn't move around too much inside the coat (if that makes sense). Thank you for watching x

[@elisabethwu4608]

Thanks for another great review Helen! Question: I am considering some coats from petite studio and simple retro. "Problem" is they are all made of 100% wool and I do have very sensitive skin (the Jaspard cardigan from Sezane was way too itchy for me, i think it's the alpaca though). Do you have problems with your petite studio coat with it having a high percentage of wool? Do you recommend 100% wool coats for us with sensitive skin? Thanks helen!

[@dianedayekim]

Love this outfit at 4:40 with fitted top and skirt! Can you link the black skirt? 😊

[@jaderhiece4318]

I really enjoyed the variety 😻. I only get to wear coats if I travel somewhere cold. I have a long wool camel colour from Belle & Bloom. I also have an over dress style burgundy wool one from Review.

[@DailyHelenJ]

Thank you for sharing Jade! :) I do wish I had more of a chance to wear coats as well being here in Sydney :)

[@jaderhiece4318]

@@DailyHelenJ I was born in Sydney but am now in Cairns. I wear mine when I visit NSW, VIC and TAS :).

[@Martina_E]

Where you get that green jacket cardigan?

[@user-wu9sp3sm4s]

حلو 🥺👏🏻❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@MelissaenSuecia]

Do you really use open shoes like sandals during winter time?? I lose my fingers if I do that lol

[@lookingatdaisies9901]

What Spray do you use for moths? You mentioned it in a comment below, I can't reply directly to a comment using KZbin web for some reason

[@penjingthapa5]

9:52 Can anyone find this coat in black? If you will find then pass me the link please 🙏🏻

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

Try adding shoulder pads to the navy coat, I think you’ll like it better.

[@DailyHelenJ]

I agree! It definitely could use some shoulder pads to give it a bit more structure :)

[@MistyyLou]

I don’t really like outerwear. They make feel bulky, weighed down, or top heavy. Idk, do other people feel that way?

[@SsHhXx]

Today, you are more gotgeoua and beautiful😍

[@dilyaraabs8639]

Love your videos and have been subscribed for a while, however I have a bit of constructive criticism. I hope you won’t take it the wrong way, since it has to do with the way you speak. I don’t know how it is for everyone else, but I get exhausted by the middle of the video because of the intonations in your speech not being typical for English language. Now I understand it might be something out of your control, and maybe it has something to do with me not being a native English speaker myself. I just wanted to bring it up as means of improvement and possibly attracting more subscribers if worked on. Will continue to watch and support!

[@DailyHelenJ]

Thank you! Always appreciate any feedback as otherwise I will never know :) I think the reason might be because I cut the video down A LOT. So a video might be 2 hours before I cut it to 15-18 mins. Will try to cut things less mid sentence and I think that might help a bit x

[@morenafay6772]

This comment was tactfully spoken. I believe Ms. LD'H is Australian; that country has a unique accent which is not so easy for non natives to understand. Most folks studying English as a second language learn a standard British or American accent, both of which are more universally accessible. Perhaps she would consider making like an actor and learning a different accent. Also, having words written on screen is helpful, perhaps she would do this more. All in all, great content, I love it and appreciate all the hard work.