I had forgotten about the duster jacket, Until recently.
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I had forgotten about the duster jacket, Until recently.
It is the newest addition to my wardrobe and will be my “going out” jacket at night while I am away and a different style to alternate with my blazer. Way back when, too many years to remember, I wore a duster coat often.

The knee length or just above knee length simple coat is a shape that works well for many women. The length of the coat is slimming and the generosity of style dresses up what is worn underneath.

Now this jacket, re-found and re-fashioned this season is back in my wardrobe, I am wondering why on earth I stopped wearing it.
I recently discovered LA designer Raquel Allegra and her tie-dyed pieces. Her beautiful store interior is featured above. I love her designs but probably can’t do many of them justice.
The duster coat however is another story. Her coat is a cross between a classic duster style and an old fashioned dressing gown; as an outer layer it is glorious. Two colour ways of dusty pink and black make the choice impossible. Dream worthy. You know of course which one I would choose.

This style of jacket will work well over a tee and 3/4 black pants or even the more relaxed style of pants we mentioned yesterday. I will throw it over a shell top and jeans also. It is an easy lightweight...