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Gucci
Men can step out in style in Gucci’s boxy jackets in velvet, silk, leather or knitwear. Shades range from black and beige to a vibrant red and peacock green.
Femininity meets the dandy for the ladies in uniform-inspired dress coats and smoking jackets (in days long past, these were jackets worn over one’s clothes while smoking). Our pick is the short-harness jacket paired with equestrian-style pants (left). This winter, play with shaded black, forest green or plum and in fabrics like brocade, leather, velvet and silk. Price on request.
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Armani
Armani jackets for women come in a combo of straight, masculine shoulders and unstructured silhouettes. But check out the frill, woollen jacket (Rs 42,000) — it stands out with its feminine brushstroke look.
Duffel and pea coats are back in vogue this year. But for a formal look, men can pick the classic two-button jacket with lapel collars in flannel, velvet or wool. The ruling shades are black, navy blue, brown and grey. The jackets are tagged between Rs 30,000 and Rs 80,000.
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Canali
Single or double-breasted overcoats with velvet collars or slim-fit, short jackets with thin lapels from Canali’s stables are hot options this season. Check out the deconstructed Kei jacket which is just perfect for Calcutta’s winter as it’s light and anti-crease. Hence, it’s also ideal for those on a trot. This unlined jacket is available in wool, cashmere, cotton and linen, in shades of pink, blue, brown and grey-and-white checks. Price on request.
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Louis Vuitton
The military-inspired Louis Vuitton leather blouson (left) for men makes a fashion statement and is a perfect armour against the chill. It’s light and comes with a detachable beaver collar. The cuffs and waist have leather ribbing in black purple deer skin. Price on request.
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Etro
Wool donkey jackets (those short, buttoned coats originally worn as work jackets in the UK), parkas and hooded smocks are strong outdoor styles from Etro. For a sporty look go for a jacket with sheepskin pockets and collar and leather reinforced elbows. The colour palette is ruled by dark blues and greys. Price on request.
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Burberry
Burberry’s Prorsum Autumn Winter 2012-2013 collection is all about adding a dash of elegance to your winter wardrobe. The iconic trench coat for women gets a makeover with contrast panels of cotton gabardine and tweed. Our pick however is the lambskin field jacket complete with peplum details, epaulettes (ornamental shoulder-pieces) and equestrian leather straps at the back. You’re guaranteed to turn heads!
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Men could go for the fitted trench coat with raglan sleeves (where the sleeves extend in one piece fully to the collar, leaving a diagonal seam from underarm to collarbone) and epaulettes. It’s water-proof too. Price on request.
