Technicolor Dream Coats

Ah, September. The month of the famous September issue of Vogue. As my thick, 860 page copy sits on my bedside table, I reach for something different. I've started to read WSJ Magazine pretty regularly, and I'm loving it. While there was plenty to love about this month's issue, a particular story that left my heart beating a little faster was the Technicolor Dream Coats. It was one dreamy spread after another of fall’s best coats. I fell in love with the simplicity and elegance of the spread. It allowed the coats – and colors – to shine. Of course, now, I want a colorful coat hanging in my closet.

Don’t get me wrong: everyone needs a basic camel, black, or gray coat. It’s the most functional kind you can have. With that said, options are always a good idea, and it's fun to layer with something different every day. I think a pastel coat has a lot of potential. Let's say light pink. It's still somewhat neutral of a color, but with a little more pop than usual. Same with light blue. Simple, but not overdone. WSJ Magazine did a fantastic job in Technicolor Dream Coats of displaying a wide array of coats. Take a look and see for yourself. You might decided on something you never imagined yourself in, but that's the glory of it. If pastels aren’t your thing, then I think it’s a go-big-or-go-home mentality. So, opt for something bold. A cobalt blue or a super rich teal. Step out of your comfort zone. They're saying it's going to get really cold really fast, so hop on the trendy coat bandwagon while it's still fun. I'll take one of each, OK? xx, ZM COURTESY OF WSJ