The fashion mags have really been pushing ponchos this Fall. They do make a great transitional piece when the weather is often changing throughout the day. Personally though I prefer the more lady-like cape jackets of the 40’s and 50s. You get the same free arm movement as you would a poncho with the tailoring of a jacket. I also believe you will get much more use out of this choice as you can wear them longer into the season. These two picks above are full on glam! They look so sophisticated, especially with longer gloves.

This first chocolate brown Merino wool cape is from the 1980s with raccoon fur accents that can be attached onto the buttons or left off. It is $225 from Woodlandfarms.com. This orange caped coat is from Norell made in the 1960s. It is $975 from ShrimptonCouture.com.

Tags: caped jackets, vintage capes, vintage coats

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