Although it might seem that buying a waterproof jacket should be as straightforward as walking into a shop and buying the first thing you see, in actual fact there are a lot of factors to take into account. For starters the term waterproof is not absolute, there is no set standard as to what is classed as waterproof - only general guidelines - so although two jackets may be water resistant to what extent could vary quite considerably between the two.It is a good starting point to consider the fabrics that a...

Don't be fooled into thinking that a ladies' denim jacket is only to wear with jeans. In fact, as far as most stylists are concerned, it's best to stay as far away from the jeans - denim jacket combination as possible. That's unless you buy a jacket that's in a completely different colour from your jeans, such as pale pink or parchment. And this advice might be difficult to take on board for many ladies. Denim jacket worship is commonplace, and many women wouldn't be without theirs, so how to wear it well, ...

If there's one thing worth investing in for your wardrobe, it's a great winter jacket. After all, with rain, snow and strong winds to endure, you'll have plenty of opportunities to wear it! From gilets to gorgeous faux furs, the choice for ladies is fantastic, and there's no need to compromise on style in favour of practicality - or price.With such a wide range of choice, however, it can be difficult to decide which style is worth your money. For a coat that will keep you snug for winters to come, opt for a...

Ever since the days of the caveman leather has been a staple in fashion in recent times leather has been used extensively by cowboys for protection against dangerous things like snakes and sharp thorny bushes and by aviators to keep them warm in their cockpits.There is a diverse amount of choices in leather coats and jackets and this can make choosing the right leather coat for you a difficult thing to do. Think about it, you have leather bomber jackets, trench coats, leather blazers, and even belted coats....

Although summer never really seemed to take off this year it seems that the days are getting shorter and the nights colder, and no doubt it won't be long until those harsh winter conditions are upon us. Although the thought of shopping for a winter coat might seem like one that is premature, as the temperature has only just begun to drop, it is more than likely that having a decent quality coat will be something that becomes more desirable as we move into winter.With manufacturers producing new lines of win...

While it might be true that many of us actually enjoy shopping for new clothes there is certainly an equal amount of us that find it to be a chore. The effort required to find a technical or outdoor jacket is even greater than when shopping for regular clothes as shoppers are inclined to find something that is practical and aesthetically pleasing. Getting this compromise between fashion and function is something that can prove quite difficult. In fact just finding a coat you like the look of can be a challe...