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11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show

Don't judge a book by it's cover, unless the cover in question is a statement-making coat! Grab some outerwear inspiration from your favorite celebs and find out where you can snag your own!
By Dominique Hobdy · Updated October 27, 2020
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Nicki Minaj

Yassss! Nicki’s plush fur screams fierce and fearless! 

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Show-Stopping Outerwear

The key to the look is volume and texture, go for an option like this to really capture that fierce and fearless look. 

Chicwish Camel Faux Fur Coat, $85, chicwish.com

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Kelly Rowland

Kelly Rowland absolutely slayed this look! Now this is how you layer! 

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Show-Stopping Outerwear

This fur lined coat is the perfect way to channel Kelly’s look. Pair it with a tailored printed or checkered vest for the same effect. 

Toscana Trim Coat by Boutique, $600, topshop.com

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Garcelle Beauvais

We love how Garcelle delivered some fun colorful vibes to fashion’s winter lull.

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Show-Stopping Outerwear

Go for a bright lime green option like Garcelle’s and if you’re really brave, pair the coat with an olive green ensemble. 

Olive Lapel Double Breasted Pockets Coat, $57, shein.com

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Ciara

You can’t wrong with a classic look like this. Ciara definitely knows how give us a timeless look. 

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Show-Stopping Outerwear

Go with a longline option for a little more drama. 

Double Breasted Tailored Long Faux Wool Coat, $119, missguided.com

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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June Ambrose

June Ambrose knows a thing or two about stella outerwear, or stellar fashion for that matter. She’s killing this chic tartan coat. 

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Show-Stopping Outerwear

Add a vintage brooch and a larger-than-life hat to take this coat to the next level. 

Checked Double-Breasted Wool Blended Coat, topshop.com

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Tracee Ellis Ross

Tracee Ellis Ross is serving as usual in this fun yet sophisticated red cropped fur. 

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Show-Stopping Outerwear

Just add a belt to achieve the same look! 

ASOS Coat in Mongolian Faux Fur, $70, asos.com

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Shiona Turini

Who says breaking out the parka is only for bad-weather days? Take a cue from fashion maven Shiona Turini and dress your parka up! 

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Parka

This version boasts a slim waist, chic pockets and a luxe fur lined hood. Love! 

Lipsy Lightweight Parka with Faux Fur Trim, $96, asos.com

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Lupita Nyong’o

Lupita was on the go in style in this powder blue number. 

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Show-Stopping Outerwear

This gorgeous coat is a lovely baby blue hue and gives the same ladylike effect that Lupita’s gives her. 

Lanose Robe Coat, $228, anthropologie.com

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Joan Smalls

Don’t you just love how Joan Smalls channeled a Rock & Roll vibe in this suede trench beauty?

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Show-Stopping Outerwear

This amazing version is sleek and slightly distressed for a super cool look. 

Mango Suede Trench, $145, mango.com

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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LaLa Anthony

We love how Lala went for a bold fun look in this printed MSGM coat. So cute! 

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Show-Stopping Outerwear

Go for something colorful and printed to recreate the look! 

Kurt Lyle Wool Confetti Coat, $325, garmetory.com

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Rihanna

Rih Rih delivers a sleek and luxe look in this Chanel shearling coat. 

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show
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Show-Stopping Outerwear

Go for a longline cut of the classic style coat to get the Rihanna effect! 

Reversed Shearling Coat anthropology, $268, anthropologie.com

11 Ways to Make Your Outerwear the Star of the Show