Anyone else can't resist a great coat?

I live in Seattle, which is grey and chilly and generally conducive to needing coats. But, can I confess? I own at least a dozen coats. Only two are "high performance" Gore-Tex Seattle-type coats, which were mostly obtained under duress and for specific purposes (like my first ever ski trip this past year.) But dressy coats have my number. My latest acquisition is a gorgeous Etro coat. I was inspired by this lovely Mary Katrantzou jacket worn by one of my style idols, Olivia Palermo.

I was able to find a great top on Gilt by the designer, and it inspired me to look at other designers who use digital prints. It allows designers to use more complicated designs than they could do easily with weaving or silk screening (my obsession with Hermes scarves has taught me the exactness required for silk screening detailed images.)

I found this Etro coat at Neiman Marcus and loved it - perfect graphics, nice length, similar colors but warmer, and easy to blend in my wardrobe. I even had a Tibi top that already matched. But,  even though I found it at 50% discount, it was still expensive considering I owned ALL THE COATS already. I even tested my husband, ever the enabler, who told me to buy it. Resisted. Until they marked it down again. Clearly a sign! So, I'm postponing the needed trench coat for another year. This one should keep me warm enough.

Um, I'd still love the Mary Katrantzou, too, so PM me if you see it on major sale?

Warmly,
S