There is a little bit of childhood whimsy in patchwork. As a child, you might have seen television commercials of kids bedazzling their jean jackets and creating clothes that were fun and cool. I remember clearly wanting one of those gadgets. That kind of crafty activity had always seemed like a fun activity to partake in, but if I ever got my hands on one of those, my mom would’ve probably hidden all of the coats and jackets knowing I’d get carried away and cover everything in pink sparkles and blue jewels.
The patchwork trend is completely creative and whimsical. It instantly transforms a classic piece into something light-hearted and exciting. Some days, you just need a to take things more lightly and have a little bit more fun.
How to Wear A Patch Coat
There are so many ways to wear this coat. I’ve listed only a few below for some inspiration.
- Full Athletic Apparel: My favourite way to wear this coat is with sportswear. Growing up as a jock, sports and activities feel second nature to me and this coat just seems so well paired with everything from my drawer full of sports bras and dri fit pants.
- Athleisure, Combining a Turtleneck with Relaxed Wide leg Athletic Pant: Especially with a stripe along the side (like a pair of Adidas) works so perfectly with this coat. Finish it off with a pair of over-the-knee boots, or ankle boots.
- Sweater or Knit & Skinny Jeans: like the ones from, or a fun sweater like this animal sweater or scenic one from Gucci and jeans with over the knee or ankle boots, works really well with this coat.
- Shirt with Mom Jeans: I love this cat one from Make Me Chic. Pair them with some great mom jeans and finish off with ankle boots, great cross body bag. Accessorize with a simple chocker.
- Casual Classic: Keep it simple with a well-fitting cotton shirt and jeans, and let the coat do all the work. The pop or color and patches on the back be the pieces that stand out. Add a great backpack or crossbody bag. Finish off with a pair of sneakers or boots.
The patchwork adds some unexpected surprise to the back. Don’t you love a back moment? I have been stopped by multiple people complimenting me on this coat. Time and time again, people tell me how fun it looks and how beautiful the color is, so I know it’s a winner.
Have you added patchwork to your closet? If so, let me know what you have! I’d love to hear. If you enjoyed this post, please leave me a comment below.
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Xo,
Miki
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This patchwork coat is seriously amazing! I love all your style ideas too, can’t wait to get some patchwork pieces into my wardrobe!
x Emily
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Thanks so much! If you do, I’d love to see which pieces you end up with!
Xo,
Miki
Such a unique coat! I adore the patches and the color! A very bold statement piece!
XoXo,
Tamara – LoveofMode.com
Thanks Tamara!
Xo,
Miki
Love Love Love this coat, its so unique and amazing. I love how vibrant the patches are! Have a lovely weekend 🙂
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Thanks! Aren’t they fun!? Have a great week Trishna!
Xo,
Miki
u wear the coat so well! Don’t know if I could pull it off.. hahah. It also makes for a really good conversation piece:)
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Thanks Elizabeth. 🙂 Definitely does make for good conversation.
Xo,
Miki
I love patch work especially coats and you have styled this perfectly hun and I remember bedazzling 😉 xx
Haha. Those were fun machines! Thanks Jasna!
Xo,
Miki
Loooove this entire look babe…so different!! Patchwork is hard to style..but love all these tips 🙂 I also would wear this type of piece with sportswear or all black and sneakers! Thanks for sharing!! <3
XO, Jessi
http://www.mywhitet.com/how-to-style-your-joggers-to-look-more-feminine/
Thanks Jessi! If I could find my wide leg athletic pants, I would’ve worth them with heels. haha. Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
Oh dear! This coat is great! I can never pull of this look! You look amazing in it. Totally rocking this look! Thank you for the great tips! The patch work is great.
Linh
http://www.xcapewithlinh.com
Thanks Linh! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
oh the patching on this coat is so nice. love it
xoxo, Rachel
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Thanks Rachel. Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
I really want a coat thats POP like this! you wear it so well, and the pastel-colored bag def matches!
Thanks Samatha! I can totally see this on you! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
I am so gonna go with “full athletic” on this one! You styled this perfectly! xoxo
Much love,
Sugar
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Thanks Sugar! Full athletic is so much more chill. I love it! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
I love the patchwork trend! It totally brings me back to my childhood. Your coat is stunning, from the color to those awesome patches 🙂
xo, Jo
http://www.cutandchic.com
Me too! Thanks Jo!
Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
wow, that coat is so damn great, i love i
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So fun, right?! Thanks Carrie! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
This is such a fun coat. I have to admit that I don’t own anything patchwork but I definitely admire and appreciate the fun and childlike appeal to it. It makes me happy just looking at it. I love how you styled it and definitely would also go with a more casual look with this coat and denim of course. xoxo, Christine
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Thanks girl. Definitely less serious, and more fun! The casual look is always such a great way to go. 🙂 Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
Such a nice post, love ur coat, and great tips !!
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xo, kanchan
Thanks Kanchan! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
Ahhh you are so adorable babe! I definitely need to add more patchwork into my wardrobe especially now that it’s finally cooling down enough to wear coats in the evening here in LA. Thanks for the inspo! Loving your bag btw 🙂 xo, sharon
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Thanks Sharon! I can’t wait for the temperatures to drop!!
Xo,
Miki
great styling tips!! love the coat boo
francesca
Frank Vinyl : A California Fashion Blog
Thanks Francesca! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
That is a fabulous look on you!
xx
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Thanks Malu!
Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
Great tips and I love your fun coat. I’m definitely loving that patchwork is having a moment again.
XoXo Noma
Thanks Noma! It’s so much fun, right? Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
this coat is so rad and different… i love it … a stand out piece for sure! Love the style tips you’re giving darling.
Bisous, Josie
http://www.petiteandbold.com
Thanks Josie! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
You look so cute babe! I love the patch trend that is going on…need to buy some and add it to my wardrobe for sure 🙂
xoxo
Fe
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Thanks Fe! Definitely a fun trend. Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
First of all, I love the jacket!! And I love all the styling ideas you shared. Everything from doing this with a turtleneck and skinny jeans, to working it with athleisure clothes! How stylish?! Can wait to see how you’ll style the coat in the future, such a chic one and a great statement!
Have a lovely weekend! Xx
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I’d probably start wearing it with a turtleneck, skinny jeans and boots. I love that everyday casual look. Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
I love a good statement coat or jacket. My pin/patch moto jacket that I posted earlier on this month was a huge hit because of the fun, bright additions to a typically plain piece. Just like with this coat! I love that this coat is also a really fun color. You did a fantastic job styling it, of course, and I love your tips!
Stephanie // SheSawStyle.com
I agree. I love the bright additions. It’s unexpected on a long coat, but it’s great for the season. Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
what a lovely post my dear
your style is so amazing and inspiring
thecoat is SOcool,reallyeyecatchy
simply love it!
with love your AMELY ROSE
Thanks!Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
I adore the coat and i simply love how you styled it. The pink purse is such a lovely accent
Dora
http://www.adropofindigo.com/
Thanks Dora! The pink bag is really a perfect size for me. I highly recommend it. 🙂 Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
This is such a chic outfit that looks wonderful on you, I love how you styled it and the bag is perfect!
Camila,
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Thanks Camila! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
What a cute idea! I have never really added any kind of patchwork to my jackets but you have done a great job, the contrast of the details on the blue jacket looks perfect.
xx, Kusum | http://www.sveeteskapes.com
I love the bright blue color. Thanks Kusum! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
OMG! I am obsessed with this coat, Miki! It’s so rad and SO unique! You look fab, babe!
Have a great weekend, love!
xoxo, Vanessa
http://www.WhatWouldVWear.com
Thanks Vanessa! It’s definitely not one you see on the streets often. 🙂 Have a beautiful week Vanessa!
Xo,
Miki
I can’t believe I don’t have a patch coat. I need to get me one.it look so amazing on you.
Thanks Deddeh! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
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That’s so sweet! Thanks Aliona! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
This is a very fun coat, bold color with unique patches. Wish I could pull it off as good as you do! I really love your style girl!
xo,
Jo
http://www.glamfashionbook.com
Thanks Jo! Definitely a statement piece. Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
Thanks for sharing this! The patchwork coat is so fun and adventurous! I like how you’ve styled it with the jeans!
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Thanks Bernice! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
I love the patch trend! This is such a great coat – and your styling tips are great 😉
Love, Lindsey
http://www.thenomisniche.com/
Thanks Lindsey! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
These patches are just too cool! I’m not sure I could pull it off but I really liked your tips!
Michelle || http://www.byquinn.com
Thanks Michelle! I’m sure you’d look great in it, but some people prefer to go with a patched bag. I understand this is quite a larger coat and big statement. lol Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
What a fun coat! I live your tips And that blush bag too!
Thanks Virna! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
What an adorable looking patch coat that is! And awesome styling tips too 🙂 Have a great weekend hun xx
Thanks Aldora! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
It’s such a great way to add a pop of color or a bit of youthful fun to your style. Love the coat you chose.
xx Yasmin
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Thanks Yasmin!! The coat itself is a gorgeous color, but the patches on the back are a really nice pop of color, as you said. 🙂 I thought it was quite fun! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
whoaaah super love this T.T i want the jacket so bad
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Thanks Ollyvia! Definitely a fun piece. Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
This coat is so gorgeous on you! I’m not sure if I can pull it off, but you’ve definitely inspired me!! xx
Thanks Gigi! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
Love blue long jacket and you know how you should use patchy style.
Perfect outfit.
Maria
http://skincareof.com/
Thanks Maria! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
Ahhh LOVE your coat so much!!! I also love patches and I also love to style it the way you did! Hope you had a wonderful weekend! Xx Susanne – http://bagatyou.com
Thanks so much Suzanne! I decided to get really casual for this one… right before the gym. 🙂 Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
These patches on this coat add such cute details to this simple blue coat.
xoxo
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Thanks Atsuna! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
Love How you style it babe! Such a statement piece! Definately need one for my closet and this season!
Definitely a fun piece to add to the closet! Thanks Marcy! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
wow this coat is simply stunning! in love with this bright blue!
xx
bianca
http://www.worryaboutitlater.com
This coat is amazing!
Very useful list with clothes for combination. Thank you!
Iuliia,
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Love this coat. The patch details are amazing 🙂
Gah I need that coat in my life! So freaking stylish!!!
I really want a coat like this, is so much fun! I love how you style it!
Thanks so much for the tips!
Have a great week!
XO Erica
http://www.ericavoyage.com
Love the coat! It looks so warm 😀
Happy thanksgiving hun!!
With love,
Yuena
http://simplyyue.wordpress.com
love the coat so much! and your pictures are so nice, what camera do you use?
xo,
Jasmin
http://www.macaronsandmascaraonline.com
Love things with patch! They are so fun and we can DIY our own also! How customized it can be! I love to keep it casual so that my patch item can stand out! Nice outer!
xx Margaret
http://www.maleemaleehong.com
I really love this post!! Your jacket is so cute and I think that Wake Up patch is a visual rep of my alarm in the morning!! 🙂
Jordan xx
http://www.thehatlogic.com
So cute! I love this “patch” post, the second picture down is so so good!
Xoxo
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