M.ontone, long coat… the Autumn Winter 2021/2022 in the field of outerwear provides several style suggestions. And among the trends still on the plate to try in the outfit, here is an original alternative with the beginning of 2022: the cape. A must-have for stylists, the glamorous substitute for a coat for everyone. Which model to choose and how to combine it?
The cape protagonist of the Valentino FW21 / 22 fashion show (Photo: Imaxtree).
Where we have seen it
The hood has dominated the cold season catwalks for at least two seasons. The Maison Celine was the first to focus on the cloak in 2020, closely followed this season by Alberta Ferretti and Gucci – who does not remember the logo model worn recently by Lady Gaga on her promotion tour of House of Gucci? When it comes to dusting off the iconic pieces of the past in the daily outfit, however, it is better to focus on those who, from the cape, have made a real icon, such as Valentino. The brand cyclically brings it back to the catwalk, both in updated versions, inlaid and cropped, and in its more traditional guise: in cloth, wide, with a trapezium line and rigorously sleeveless, which stretches to cover the knees. Total black, able to give a romantic and mysterious aura at the same time – after all, the cape has its origins in the courts of the nineteenth century, divided by knights, ladies and… witches. Even if in 2021, to satisfy the tastes of the glamor paladins, it acquires a more seductive touch than ever: the merit is, above all, of the combinations updated to the latest trends.
The outfit with the cape from the Valentino FW21 / 22 fashion show (Photo: Imaxtree).
How to combine the cape in Fall Winter 2021/2022
In spite of the aesthetics of the Bridgerton, the cape in 2022 looks to the future. Its natural complement? There miniskirt, the most popular must-have of the next hot season, which leaves the legs lapped by its hem uncovered. A wraparound cape corresponds to a micro dress: the contrast, easy to copy, is softened by the chunky amphibians, for an outfit with a cape that can also be tried on during the day. Above, one White shirt masculine with maxi collar worn on the net turtleneck and a vest of mesh decorated.
For the more casual ladies, the cape also works with jeans and riding boots. Undoubtedly, its magical power …
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