Multicolor Moschino Cheap and Chic Long Tweed Coat
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in New York, NY
Multicolor long tweed coat by Moschino Cheap and Chic. Crew neck. Structured shoulders. Four fur
Multicolor Moschino Cheap and Chic Long Tweed Coat
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in New York, NY
Multicolor long tweed coat by Moschino Cheap and Chic. Crew neck. Structured shoulders. Four fur
$5,757
Chanel coat winter 1999
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Long tweed coat in blue, white, and beige tones. Resin buttons. Size 40FR
Chanel Blue Green and Taupe Long Wool Tweed Coat
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- The colours of this Chanel blue green and taupe long tweed coat jacket is beautifully done with
$1,089Sale Price|44% Off
Size: 38
Christian Lacroix Black Velvet Colours Houndstooth Tweed Oversized Long Coat
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
) houndstooth tweed oversized long coat from fall 1991 collection. - Featuring a black velvet shawl collar and
Chanel 2001 F/W Cream/Brown Tweed Long Coat
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel 2001 F/W Cream/Brown Tweed Long Coat - Silk Coco trim. - Tailored straight cut. - Two
Superb JEANNE LANVIN 1930’s long Purple Tweed Boucle Wool Swing Coat
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superb Jeanne Lanvin 1930’s long Purple Tweed Wool Swing Coat MADE IN FRANCE. Remarkable 1930’s
$187Sale Price|44% Off
LUISA BECCARIA black silver check glitter tweed embellished long coat IT40 S
By Luisa Beccaria
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LUISA BECCARIA black silver check glitter tweed embellished long coat IT40 S Reference: GIYG/A00039
CHANEL 23A Runway multicolor wool blend tweed flap pockets long coat FR36 S
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 23A Runway multicolor wool blend tweed flap pockets long coat FR36 S Reference: LAYU/A00112
PRADA 2017 speckled wool tweed red bead embellishment hem long coat IT38 XS
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA 2017 speckled wool tweed red bead embellishment hem long coat IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/F00312
1965 Chanel Iconic Autumnal Tweed Long Coat & A-Line Skirt Set in Classic Style
By Chanel
Located in Gresham, OR
1965 Chanel Iconic Autumnal Tweed Long Coat & A-Line Skirt Set in Classic Chanel Style: A
Chanel Cruise 2019 La Pausa Collection royal blue fantasy tweed runway coat
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
long coat, mirror CC logo La pausa buttons, size 40 FR it can fit US 2 up to US 6.
Chanel & Karl Lagerfeld 2005 Brown and multicolor wool-blend plaid tweed coat
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel & Karl Lagerfeld 2005 Brown and multicolor wool-blend plaid tweed coat Designer: Karl
$5,280Sale Price|20% Off
CHANEL 22C Runway black tweed fringe trim 4 pocket long jacket FR36 S
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 22C Runway black tweed fringe trim 4 pocket long jacket FR36 S Reference: LAYU/A00068 Brand
$5,640
Chanel coat Winter 1999
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Long flecked black tweed coat with pink wool inside and a removable
Chanel long tweed and wool Coat
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Multi-colours light blue and white long tweed and wool coat jacket is beautifully done with fully
Vintage Chanel Yellow White Tweed Zipped Front Split Long Structured Coat SZ 40
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning coat is a must-have for lovers of Chanel with its tweed construction, softly padded
Balenciaga Runway Black Multicolor Tweed Woven Long Sleeve Coat Jacket SZ 42
By Balenciaga
Located in Chicago, IL
A twist on the classic tweed jacket from the 2007 runway collection. Wool blend construction. Bold
Chanel 1996 Gold Top & Pants with Tan Tweed Jacket Set Size 4.
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Atlanta, GA
entrance like never seen before. You could also wear this gorgeous Chanel tweed long jacket / coat with
Chanel FW18 Velvet Collar Long Tweed Coat Size S
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
FW18 Multicolour - Green and brown tone Tweed Long coat Tweed weaved pattern Weave leaf
Chanel FW18 Velvet Collar Long Tweed Coat Size S
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
FW18 Multicolour - Green and brown tone Tweed Long coat Tweed weaved pattern Weave leaf
Isabel Marant Isabel Marant Étoile Brown Long Tweed Coat Size S
By Isabel Marant
Located in London, GB
. Details Brown Cotton tweed Coat Long sleeves Button up fastening Double breasted 2x
Alessandra Rich Belted Tweed Cardi/Coat
By Alessandra Rich
Located in London, GB
We Adore - Alessandra Rich Belted Tweed Cardi/Coat Beige/gold long tweed coat detailed with
Chanel Tweed Coat with Silk Lining Fall-Winter Collection, 2001
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Long tweed coat with silk lining. Size 36FR. Fall-Winter 2001 collection
Chanel coat 'Paris-Salzburg' Pre-fall 2015
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Long tweed coat in gray, green, and silvery tones, with a red wool collar
Chanel Wool Beige Tweed Long Coat
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
coat is a sport-jacket style, with a longer style, in a beautiful beige, white, and black wool tweed
Junya Watanabe hundstooth tweed long coat L.
By Junya Watanabe
Located in Port Hope, ON
This is a wonderful long coat by Junya Watanabe for Comme des garcons... in a lovely hundstooth
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Solid Black Tweed Long Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Krakow, PL
Tweed solid black long coat detailed with double-breasted silhouette featuring snap closure
Paule Ka Wool Tweed Long Coat Size XL
Located in London, GB
Long Tweed patterned Snap closure 2x Exterior pockets Frayed hemline Made in
Chanel Brown Wool Tweed Long Coat and Dress Ensemble
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage Chanel brown/yellow/green/white/black wool tweed long coat and dress ensemble from fall
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER 40 Charcoal Tweed Wool Blend Long Coat
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER long coat come in charcoal tweed in wool blend material, with slit
1960s Black and White Tweed Long Coat with Velvet Collar
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Amazing 1960s black and white wool tweed long coat with specs of green, brown, blue and yellow
Chez Vidalenc Tweed Wool Single Breasted Long Coat Size L
Located in London, GB
designer resale item. Details Multicolour Wool Coat Single breasted Long Tweed 2x
BALENCIAGA NICOLAS GHESQUIERE 2008 black lacquared tweed long coat jacket XS
By Nicolas Ghesquière, Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA NICOLAS GHESQUIERE 2008 black lacquared tweed long coat jacket XS Brand: Balenciaga
Pre-Loved Ermanno Scervino Women's Pink and Brown Tweed Long Coat
Located in London, GB
Pink and brown Tweed Long coat Long sleeves 2x Front side pocket Single breasted Snap buttons closure
Pre-Loved Ermanno Scervino Women's Pink and Brown Tweed Long Coat
Located in London, GB
Pink and brown Tweed Long coat Long sleeves 2x Front side pocket Single breasted Snap buttons closure
LUISA BECCARIA black silver check glitter tweed embellished long coat IT40 S
By Luisa Beccaria
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LUISA BECCARIA black silver check glitter tweed embellished long coat IT40 S Reference: GIYG/A00039
LUISA BECCARIA black tweed silver gold sequins embellished long coat IT42 M
By Luisa Beccaria
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LUISA BECCARIA black tweed silver gold sequins embellished long coat IT42 M Reference: GIYG/A00041
VALENTINO Vintage 1970's Beige and Tan Tweed Long Coat Size 10
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Valentino is a wonderful design composed of light weight natural fiber in beige & nude. Features center front button closures and pockets. In excellent vintage condition (some s...
CHANEL 04P Runway beige red crochet CC check tweed long coat FR38 M
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 04P Runway beige red crochet CC check tweed long coat FR38 M Reference: TGAS/E00534 Brand
CHANEL 2023 Runway pink yellow multicolor tweed CC button long coat FR36 S
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2023 Runway pink yellow multicolor tweed CC button long coat FR36 S Reference: LAYU/A00067
DOLCE GABBANA wool tweed floral silk trim crystal button long coat IT36 XS
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DOLCE GABBANA wool tweed floral silk trim crystal button long coat IT36 XS Reference: TGAS/B02051
CHANEL COUTURE 96A green tweed gold filigree floral button long coat US6 M
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL COUTURE 96A green tweed gold filigree floral button long coat US6 M Brand: Chanel Designer
CHANEL COUTURE 96A green tweed gold filigree floral button long coat US6 M
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL COUTURE 96A green tweed gold filigree floral button long coat US6 M Reference: BMPA/A00211
CHANEL COUTURE 96A green tweed gold filigree floral button long coat US6 M
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL COUTURE 96A green tweed gold filigree floral button long coat US6 M Reference: BMPA/A00211
MOISELLE navy blue metallic tweed ruffle trim 4 pocket long jacket coat FR38 M
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new MOISELLE navy blue metallic tweed ruffle trim 4 pocket long jacket coat FR38 M Reference: NKLL
MOISELLE navy blue metallic tweed ruffle trim 4 pocket long jacket coat FR38 M
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MOISELLE navy blue metallic tweed ruffle trim 4 pocket long jacket coat FR38 M Reference: NKLL
CHANEL 01A wool silk red tweed gold CC button long coat jacket FR40 L
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 01A wool silk red tweed gold CC button long coat jacket FR40 L Reference: GIYG/A00255 Brand
Chanel Paris-Dallas Painted Tweed Coat
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
double-breasted painted tweed coat with structured shoulders, fringe trim, metallic threading throughout
BONNIE CASHIN 1960s SILLS Multi-color Tweed Suede Long Cape Coat Size XS / S
By Bonnie Cashin, Sills
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage 1960s Bonnie Cashin for Sills multi-color boucle tweed cape coat. Large storm flap collar
CHANEL Iconic Long Jacket in Black Tweed Size 34FR
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Iconic Chanel long jacket in black tweed. Spring 2007 collection. Made in France. Size 34 Closes
CHANEL pre fall 2016 long coat Paris-Rome
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Rubiera, RE
CHANEL Collection pre fall 2016 Paris-Rome Black and ivory houndstooth wool tweed long coat. Double
Chanel Long Jacket in Dark and Light Gray Tweed, Size 40 EU
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Chanel long jacket in dark gray and light gray tweed. In perfect condition. Black silk
Chanel coat Autumn Winter 2001
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel Boutique
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Long coat in tweed with silk lining. Wooden buttons. Fall-Winter 2001
CHANEL Karl Lagerfeld 08A grey navy herringbone tweed long coat FR46 3XL
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Karl Lagerfeld 08A grey navy herringbone tweed long coat FR46 3XL Reference: JACG/A00278
CHANEL 17A black tweed gold crosshatch braided Lionheart button long coat FR44
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 17A black tweed gold crosshatch braided Lionheart button long coat FR44 Reference: BMPA
Chanel Fall 1998 brown & white tweed wool long pleated maxi jacket dress coat
By Chanel
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE Chanel Fall 1998 by Karl Lagerfeld Full length brown, beige and white tweed
Chanel Cruise 2013 Versailles Pink Camellia 13C Long Tweed Braided Jacket Coat
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
, celebrities, fashionistas and featured in fashion campaigns. This long blush pink jacket is accented with
NEW Chanel Lesage Metallic Tweed Long Gilet Vest Jacket Dress Coat Dress 42
By Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful Chanel signature piece Fantasy tweed fabric Two front pockets Such a versatile piece
Chanel Black Long Tweed Coat 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in DOUBLE BAY, NSW
Chanel Black Long Tweed Coat Brand: Chanel Product: Long Tweed Coat Size: 36 Fr Colour
Emanuel Ungaro Black & Ivory Check Tweed Long Coat Duster
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Emanuel Ungaro black and ivory check tweed long coat duster includes a fringe border all around
Joseph Tricolor Techno Tweed Zip Detail Preston Long Coat M
By Joseph
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Be the trendiest person in the room whenever you choose to wear this tweed coat from Joseph! It
Joseph Tricolor Techno Tweed Zip Detail Preston Long Coat L
By Joseph
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Feel and be the trendiest person in the room whenever you choose to wear this tweed coat from
Joseph Tricolor Techno Tweed Zip Detail Preston Long Coat M
By Joseph
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Feel and be the trendiest person in the room whenever you choose to wear this tweed coat from
Joseph Tricolor Techno Tweed Zip Detail Preston Long Coat L
By Joseph
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Be the trendiest person in the room whenever you choose to wear this tweed coat from Joseph! It
Joseph Tricolor Techno Tweed Zip Detail Preston Long Coat M
By Joseph
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Be the trendiest person in the room whenever you choose to wear this tweed coat from Joseph! It
2000s Miu Miu Brown Tweed Wool Above Knee Long Coat
By Miu Miu
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Miu Miu classic women's coat 2000s. Brown color in virgin wool, tweed fabric. There are two pockets
Chanel Red and Ivory Tweed Wool and Leather Long Coat
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, ON
Chanel red and ivory boucle tweed wool coat. Trimmed with leather and fastens at left side waist
Louis Vuitton Yellow and Blue Tweed Fringed Trim Long Coat L
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
. Constructed in yellow and blue tweed style with a cotton blend, this coat features fun fringed trims, zip
Raf Simons Multicoloured Tweed Sleeveless Long Coat with Belt and Hardware Detai
By Raf Simons
Located in London, GB
multicolour tweed. The long coat has an elongated, straight fit that is sleeveless, collarless, with a v-neck
Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons Fall 2013 Orange Tweed Wool Long Coat
By Junya Watanabe
Located in Toronto, ON
Junya Watanabe Fall 2013 Orange Tweed Wool Long Coat. Full length design, silvertone metal zipper
Chanel Resort 2015 Dubai Collection Fantasy Wool Tweed Coat
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel 2015 Resort Dubai Collection blue/peach/nude/pink/black wool tweed long coat. Pleated
Ralph Lauren Purple Label Paisley Printed Wool Tweed Long Jacket
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in Greenport, NY
Ralph Lauren Purple Label Paisley Printed Wool Tweed Long Jacket
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible 2 piece silk skirt and top set in a pink and yellow flower print from John Galliano for Christian Dior. The top has adjustable functional pink lacing at the center fron...
Kathryn Dianos Navy Maxi Dress
By Kathryn Dianos
Located in Alford, MA
Long dress in navy wool/acrylic blend featuring a long torso with metal skate hooks laced with narrow self belt, and a large sailor collar that covers the upper arms and descends to ...
Alexander McQueen 2010 Grey wool Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Alexander McQueen 2010 Grey wool Coat Super rare fit size 40 excellent condition The Alexander McQueen Camel shawl collar jacket is gathered at the waist with wide pleats at the f...
$16,451
Size: Equivalent size 36 France
A Christian Dior Lace Couture Gown Collection Ligne Oblique (?) Circa 1950
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
Ligne Oblique Collection (?) Circa 1948/1950 Paris France A Collectible Calais black lace cocktail or ceremonial dress by Christian Dior. Black and white transparency effect obtained...
$21,575
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US6
John Galliano black twill evening dress with floral feather appliqués, fw 2005
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano archival evening dress ▪ Fall-Winter 2005 ▪ Constructed from black acetate-viscose twill ▪ Silk flower stem shaped inserts ▪ Organza and tulle floral appliqués ▪ De...
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian Knit Brown Cardigan c 21st c
By Louis Vuitton
Located in University City, MO
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian knit brown cardigan sweater Size M The chic Italian knit cardigan is designed with a muted light brown shade; accented with subtle gold metallic knit band...
Rare Early Yves Saint Laurent Black Rhinestone Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage YSL knit top, with gorgeous rhinestones on each strap. Flattering fit, with incredible construction. In great condition. Approximately Size Small (lots of stretch) M...
$2,295
Size: Small - Medium
Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Collectible CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Fall 2001 runway vintage black and white novelty print playing cards and domino semi sheer mesh camisole top! Kris Jenner ( Mother of Kim ...
Rare Vintage Christian Louboutin " Trash " Mules Shoes
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly rare vintage Christian Louboutin "Trash" mules! These are impossible to find, and were produced in very limited quantities. They were created with 'scraps' that were gathe...
$1,595
H 4.75 in W 3.25 in
Vintage Chanel 2000s Black Patent Leather CC Logo Quilted Wristlet Micro Clutch
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Chanel black patent leather mini wristlet purse from 2003/2004. Bag has square quilting throughout with CC logos, large CC logo at top. Dangling large gunmetal silver metal C...
John Galliano for Christian Dior One Shoulder Silk Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful ethereal one shoulder dress from Christian Dior comprised of layers of semi sheer black silk over an opaque silk under dress. It has one shoulder with 2 panels of softly...
Alexander McQueen New S/S 2002 Three Piece Skirt Suit with Intricate Embroidery
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous silk/linen black skirt suit from Alexander McQueen including an additional matching white skirt. The jacket has peak lapels, a breast pocket, small shoulder padding, side...
Elegant French Art Deco Sequin Gown
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless French Sequin Art Deco Gown sewn on cotton tulle. Nude iridescent gelatin sequins cover the entire gown completely. There are sequined Art Deco diamond motifs ab...
Haute-Couture Chanel coat-dress pink wild silk
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Haute-Couture Chanel coat-dress shall numbered in pink wild silk and mother of pearl buttons
1950s Worth Haute Couture Pink and White Tulle Dress With Organza Bud Appliqués
By Charles Worth
Located in London, GB
This enchanting 1950s couture dress in pink and white net tulle is by the extolled French fashion house Worth and retailed at their London boutique on Grosvenor Street. The quality a...
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Water Mill, NY
An amazing iconic fine black wool 3 piece skirt, pant and jacket suit from Azzedine Alaia as displayed in SCAD Fashion Museum in Atlanta. The spectacular front wrapping jacket is a...
There is a stylish garment for anywhere in the universe, and on 1stDibs, finding the right vintage and designer coats and outerwear doesn’t have to feel like a journey to the ends of the earth.
Outerwear includes many types of garments aside from the standard coat. From capes, gilets, jackets and cloaks to raincoats and kimonos, fashion designers have long been preparing us for the elements, and outerwear in general has changed and evolved significantly over time.
A lot of the coat styles in our closets, such as the durable Navy-inspired peacoat, were popularized by soldiers who battled aggressive climes in their regulation field jackets and parkas — indeed, keeping troopers comfortable guided the design of the military surplus garments that have often become buzzy fashion trends. Even today, owing to the likes of Burberry, a luxury fashion house that is among the originators of the trench coat worn by British officers during World War I, the trench remains a timeless style, now available in a range of colors that can be worn throughout the year.
While women in late 1700s England donned an adaptation of a men’s jacket called a spencer — the likeness of which could be spotted in Ralph Lauren’s ready-to-wear collections hundreds of years later — designers hadn’t widely been crafting outerwear specifically for women. Generally, the outerwear of choice for the fashionable, well-heeled lady prior to the 1800s usually consisted of capes, shawls and stoles. By the mid-1800s, women were wearing overcoats with multiple layered collars popularized by men (often called a Garrick coat in England), and as women entered the workforce during the 1920s, hemlines climbed, jewelry was prominent and fashion conventions were broken across the board.
Thankfully, the 20th century’s tradition of challenging the norm continues steadfast in today’s outerwear fashions. Contemporary designers certainly find inspiration in 1960s and 1970s coats by Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and Bonnie Cashin, but unisex options abound in modern creations that take both function and style into account. Find what inspires you in the full range of vintage and designer coats and outerwear available for sale on 1stDibs.
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