This Unexpected Coat Is Quietly Taking Instagram by Storm, and I'm Obsessed

There is a coat trend that is stalking me on Instagram. The more I think about the coat, the more it remarkably emerges onto my Instagram explore page—seducing me with its unique modern vintage grandma vibes. I picture myself cocooned into it, living my happiest winter life. Yeah, ok, so I may be a little obsessed, but it’s hard not to be. The toppers I talk of are quilted coats, not just old barn coats. These are special handmade or reworked jackets pieced together from old quilts or from some patchwork of fabrics—creating a masterful smorgasbord of sartorial beauty. I first spotted the style on the Scandi style set and ever since I keep spotting the trend on cool fashion girls everywhere—making the case for some maximalist fun this fall.

Any type of bedding you can actually wear outside the bedroom is a winner in my book. After a few (ok, copious hours) of research, I’ve learned that these coats are not exactly easy to come by. Some amazing independent upcycling brands create custom made-to-order quilted coats, while designer brands like Bode and Sea make epic wear-forever quilted jackets (albeit with a slightly higher price tag). Etsy and eBay can also be a treasure trove of quilted gems. If you find yourself seriously obsessed, like I am, scroll below to shop for some of my favorite finds.

This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.