Choosing the right coat is essential: it's an indispensable part of your winter wardrobe that you'll be wearing regularly for several months and in a variety of contexts. So take the time to read through these tips before snapping up a warm, stylish coat!

How do you choose a coat when you're a short, curvy or tall woman? Brentiny Paris offers you advice on body shape and style to help you make your choice, or simply follow your inspiration of the moment!

What coat length should I choose according to my size?

The coat you're going to wear will be the most visible part of your appearance all winter long. So it's vital that it's not only elegant, but also practical and comfortable. The coat is most often a woolen piece with buttons and a mid-length. Today, there are many models to suit every woman's taste and figure.

First, choose from the 4 main lengths of women's coats :

• The mid-length coat

Women's mid-length coats reach right up to your knees, so you're better protected from the cold than with a short coat. This is the most classic of coats, and for good reason: you can wear it with many different garments, and your outfit will always be harmonious. It's perfect with dresses and short skirts, but also with pants. To avoid fashion faux pas, keep in mind that your silhouette will be more balanced if your coat is longer than your dress, skirt or shirt-dress.

• The short coat

A fashion staple, the women's short coat is very practical, stopping at the hips and matching many outfits regardless of style or length.

• The long coat

Women's long coats come down below the knees, which is why they are warmer than others. Particularly elegant, it 's atimeless women's coat. You can wear it throughout the autumn and winter seasons without tiring of it.

• The extra-long coat

The very long coat for women dresses you up to the ankles, and is becoming rarer in women's wardrobes, because it's harder to wear and doesn't go with every figure. The very long trench coat adds a very singular and sensual touch.

Which coat cut is right for you?

• The straight coat

The straight coat is masculine, original and sober. Wear it fitted rather than oversized for a sexy, elegant look.

• The fitted coat

A slim-fitting coat is one that's tailored to your waist and takes on a more flared shape from the hips up. It's particularly suited to women with an already pronounced waistline. If you don't want to enhance your silhouette, choose a coat with a slightly flared cut.

• The oversize coat

A growingtrend, the oversize coat for women is very fashionable, but not easy to wear. The deliberately wide cut can be very comfortable for everyday wear, but to avoid looking too baggy, pair this coat with glamorous pieces like a pair of stiletto heels, or very feminine jewelry and bags.

• The pea coat

Timeless, the pea coat has two strips of buttons that can be closed as desired. Often combined with marine-inspired finishes, striped lining and crest-shaped buttons, it's sure to make a statement.

What type of coat to choose according to your morphology?

V-shaped morphology: to balance your silhouette, opt for a wide collar, bottom pockets and a coat without epaulettes.

A-shaped morphology: opt for coats with epaulettes, a slim collar, and avoid flared cuts and wide pockets, which will tend to increase your silhouette.

H and I morphology: straight coats are perfect for your silhouette. Belted coats should be avoided.

O-shaped morphology: straight, mid-length and slightly oversized coats are perfect. Coats with a trapeze cut may also be suitable. Capes, which have been very much in vogue in recent years, also work very well with round morphologies.

Tired of black and in the mood for a colorful coat?

The black coat for women is a basic that can get a little boring in the long run. If you want to vary the colors, you can indulge yourself: striped, checked, khaki, burgundy coats - you'll find a wide choice in our coat catalog at Brentiny Paris.

To wear your coat well, you can add a belt without tightening it completely so as not to feel uncomfortable inside.

For mid-length and long coats, you can wear a pair of boots with heels that slim your silhouette.

If you're wearing gloves, a bonnet or a hat, choose harmonious colors .