The first few weeks of winter have had been surprisingly mild in my neck of the woods, which extended the usefulness of wool coats–something that would’ve normally been pushed to the back of my closet in January. One recent purchase that I keep reaching for (out of convenience and comfort) is the Patch Pockets Oversized Wool Coat from Silk Maison (available in five versatile colorways). The soft, mid-weight material (100% wool; best for layering and transitional weather) drapes beautiful, and the patch pockets are deep enough to fit the essentials (i.e., phone, small card wallet, glasses/sunglasses, and keys). The coat has a (single) front button closure, but I always wear it open because of the relaxed fit.
(I paid for this coat in part with a credit from Silk Maison; all product selection and opinions are my own.)
This coat is offered in sizes XXXS-XXL, but the Silk Maison size chart (below) isn’t all that applicable to outerwear, so take your normal size, or size down if you are petite (or have a smaller frame) since the coat has a maxi length and the fit is described as “oversized.”
Here are some details (which border on drawbacks) that you should consider: the coat is unlined (which is almost expected for a coat constructed from double-face wool); the thread weight is a little light, and the color of thread used is a shade off from the fabric when inspected closely (this might only be an issue for the coat in powder pink); and there are openings where the drop-shoulder meets the sleeve (one on each sleeve) from which a strap can exit. I think this strap is a decorative element, but one which I find extraneous and which I promptly removed (thankfully the opening is small and does not require further modification).
And a few issues that I consider more glaring: the spacing of the stitches around the notch lapels is too wide; there are also thread ends here and there, indicating less-than-stringent quality control; and the return and exchange policy is not the most generous.
You’ll likely see this coat again in future outfit posts; it’s exceptionally wearable and elevates even the most basic of outfits. I mostly wear it over printed knits, fitted bottoms (skinny or straight jeans), and ankle or calf boots, but it looks equally chic with activewear.
For those who are interested, you can use code ELLEBLOGS25 for 25% off the Oversized Wool Coat with Patch Pockets.
Hey!
I’m just wondering how warm this coat is?
Hi Abbey,
This coat is best for transitional weather (with layering, at coolest it’s acceptable for 50-degree days). It’s not wind-resistant or waterproof so wouldn’t be appropriate for Northeast winters (where I live). The seasonality of the coat depends heavily on where you live–it could be a winter coat for those living in the south, or an early-spring/fall coat for those living in diverse climates (i.e., cold winters and warm summers), or an all-seasons coat for those living in the Bay Area. Hope this helps!
Elle
I ordered 2 coats from them in Dec 2021 for usd280, arrived Jan 2022. They’ve packed it well.
However the 2 coats were not lined, the wool is prickly n makes your skin itchy, quality very bad, jacket from h&m will have better quality, I return the coats n spent over usd100 on shipping
Now they refuse to refund me to my new credit card because my old card has been blocked.
If you have any brain, don’t trust them. The pictures on the site looks good but the product n customer service is awful.
Really upset with myself and hope I can find some justice.
What size did you get? Thanks!
Size XS. Hope this helps!
Elle, I love the way you carry every outfit. I like long coats. They make you look sassy and spicy. Pair it up with high heels and you are good to go.