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Thursday, February 24, 2011

Super Fly or Superhero?!

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I was going through some pictures online from New York Fashion Week and noticed that a lot of capes were being shown for spring and fall 2011. I often struggle with this trend... I have one grey, plaid cape which I absolutely adore but the reason I struggle is because I don't always find it practical. It's definitely easy to 'throw on' as you're walking out the door, but is it warm? I'm either too cold or too hot... I never know what type of weather is appropriate.


I'm still, however, attracted to this trend and fell in love with the following:


What do you think of capes? Are they super fly or merely for superheros?


KIU,

Twentysomething

Photo credits: 
shinystyle.tv.com
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shopbop.com
nordstrom.com
Posted by Twenty.Something at 5:00 AM
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25 comments:

  1. a woman's right to shoesFebruary 24, 2011 at 5:30 AM

    I really like this trend, but not sure if I would look good in it.

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  2. Cafe FashionistaFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    Super fly; but on the right body type (i.e. super tall!). :P

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  3. SaraFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    I love these capelets! They are very cute!

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  4. Courtney ErinFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    I like the look but it's not for me - I look like a real weirdo in a cape.

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.blogspot.com

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  5. UnknownFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    ah loving the pink one x

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  6. ShybikerFebruary 24, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    As the other commentors correctly note, it takes a special woman (tall, thin, elegant) to pull off a cape. On me, people would think I'm Dracula and run away in horror...

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  7. Tights LoverFebruary 24, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    I definitely agree with you, they are a tricky garment. To be honest, when I first started seeing them, I didn't really like them...but since then they've grown on me and I love the look now!

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  8. WidaFebruary 24, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    I honestly think it's a mix between the two. But I would totally still wear it!

    Wida
    Missing Amsie Blog

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  9. DAKOTAFebruary 24, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    I LOVE YOUR BLOG!!! p.s Yeah, capes are so in at the moment... Was in paris recently and saw them everywhere.

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  10. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    I love the capes but I don't think they'd suit my body type :) Like the pink one best!

    <3 Oriola from oriolaninon.blogspot.com

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  11. Audrey AllureFebruary 24, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    I love the way they look, especially with longer gloves. Although, I'm more comfortable wearing something with actual sleeves lol.

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  12. Jennifer FabulousFebruary 24, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    I freaking LOVE capes!! These are so fab. I have a purple vintage cape from the 1800s I got at an antique store a couple years ago. Every time I wear it, I feel like I should be in A Christmas Carol or something. LOL! :P

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  13. VPFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:26 PM

    I love capes. I think they are so dramatic and theatrical!

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  14. allieFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:55 PM

    I totally agree... I have a really super cute navy blue one from club monaco but i am always too hot or too cold or can't quite get it to jive with my outfit... but it's really cute... and i think classic too.
    xo, allie

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  15. Claire GeistFebruary 25, 2011 at 1:58 AM

    they're cute I tooootally agree, they're so mysterious in black, but i have such an issue with them because I only really wear cross-body bags and they get in the way!

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  16. Karen February 25, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    I love capes and I'm so happy to see them for the next seasons, but like you I think they are super fly. MAybe it's Ok if you drive to the mall o whatever the place you're going, but If you take public transit like me or want just to walk around is a huge mistake.

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  17. potpie du mondeFebruary 25, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    Loving the capes- Zara had some amazing ones this past fall. I love your blog!!

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  18. Squeeze the PugFebruary 25, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    Dear Twentysomething,

    Thank you for taking the time to visit my blog and to leave a lovely comment too. Im undecided if cape are super-fly or super-heros. Regardless, they are super-cool. I have a grey cape coat myself and I wear almost everyday.

    Squeeze The Pug
    www.pehsun.blogspot.com

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  19. amanda archambaultFebruary 26, 2011 at 12:48 AM

    I love the cape coats. I think im going to have to invest in one ;)
    Great post! Thanks for sharing,
    xoxo, Amanda Archambault
    Toppedoffwitharedhat.blogspot.com
    Visit and enter Best Dressed for March!

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  20. Sharon @ Fun and LifeFebruary 26, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    I think it's a great trend, but don't think I'd suit it well. Also, it's something that would quickly go out of fashion and I tend to like more timeless pieces :). Haven't seen very nice capes though, but the ones you've posted here are lovely!

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  21. Melissa: Write it in LipstickFebruary 26, 2011 at 11:18 PM

    some people can pull it off, I am not one of them. they are a great trend but not one I will be able to do.


    Write it in lipstick

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  22. little luxury listFebruary 27, 2011 at 2:31 AM

    Capes are cute but they should be practical too! Hmm maybe if you found one with removable lining?

    Have a lovely weekend and glad to be back checking blogs!

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  23. RajFebruary 27, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    I think they're absolutely gorgeous but they juust don't suit me!
    These ones are so cute though

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  24. AnonymousFebruary 27, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    i would love to own and wear a cape, for us Canadian it is definitely a spring fall outerwear, not for winter.

    Love

    Tashrin

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  25. A Play on WordsFebruary 27, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    superheroes....beyond unflattering unless you're a model, even then...no. lol

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