7 Ways to Wear an Oversized Coat Without Looking Sloppy

Speaking from my personal wardrobe experience, I don't know when the last time I acquired a coat that wasn't nice and loose was. And the more fitted coats I've owned in the past never got much wear, as getting them on over a sweater isn't particularly comfortable. So loose coats it is for me, and luckily, that's the trend when it comes to outerwear—and has been for several seasons. Given the popularity of oversized coats, I think it's worth discussing how to style them.

As with anything oversized, it can have the tendency to look sloppy. If that's not what you're going for but you want to wear a big coat, there are several easy tricks to keep your outfits looking polished, elegant, and sophisticated (the trending aesthetic this season).

Keep reading for all the ways to style your favorite oversized coats, with a little help from some of Instagram's most stylish.

Belting your coat to create a cinched-waist silhouette is perhaps the simplest trick of them all, but it's also one of the most effective.

Pointed-toe shoes are incredibly sleek and polished, and their sharpness rubs off on the entire outfit. Case in point with this colorful look worn by Emili Sindlev.

A simple, minimalist outfit that lets the coat take center stage is a timeless, no-fail styling trick. Here, an oversized coat is worn with nothing but jeans, a white T-shirt, and slingback flats, and it's perfect. No notes.

Wearing a monochromatic outfit is an easy way to look put-together. This allows you to wear whatever coat color (or print) you choose, as the rest of the outfit isn't busy in the least.

If your coat doesn't have a belt (see tip number one), leave it open and wear a belt underneath. Trust me—it's hard to look sloppy with a belt on. 

Baggy pants paired with an oversized coat is a very cool-girl look, but it's also a bit sloppy. Instead, show a bit of ankle with a pair of slightly cropped pants. 

Last but not least, leaving your oversized coat open and wearing a fitted look is a no-brainer way to look chic this winter.

The Frankie Shop is my go-to for oversized outerwear.

This looks incredibly cozy.

This one comes in a variety of neutral colors.

Our editors are freaking out over this one.

If ever there were a time to get yourself a red coat, it's now.

I'm obsessed with this brand.

This all-in-one coat has a hood and an attached scarf.

When it comes to trenches, it's oversized or bust for me.

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