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The beauty of MAX MARA coats...(photos please)
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Interesting! Are you sure there aren't any snap buttons to close the coat? With the wrap around styles, usually there are some snaps and sometimes they're really hidden. I had the dress where I didn't know that I had those snaps for a few years wearing it. Maybe you can call the store and ask them??
I think I will write their customer assistance tomorrow! I really can’t see any button!
it's freezing in nyc, 28° real feel, but this coat did more than i imagined it could. highly recommend. i wore thermals underneath my jeans and thick wool knit top. perfectly warm. i so love this coat! and i dont see mant ppl wearing it, which i prefer.
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Hi everyone! I’m looking for a semi-warm coat and considering the Manuela. I love the silhouette and fabric, but I’m unsure how warm it is. For those who own it, how does it compare to the Madame in terms of warmth? I have the Madame and love it—it’s definitely a very warm winter coat. Is the Manuela noticeably lighter? I realize they’re stylistically different, but at this point, I’m not looking to add more coats that serve the same weather. Does it make sense to own both, or are they too similar in terms of use?
Would love to hear your thoughts—it would be really helpful! Thanks so much in advance!
Would love to hear your thoughts—it would be really helpful! Thanks so much in advance!
I have the Manuela and it is definitely lighter weight than the Madame. It's also made out of camel wool and it has a very soft, smooth texture. I don't own the Madame personally but I have seen it in store and felt it - it's more of a classic wool texture. Depending on where you live and what type of winter weather you have the Manuela could be a great addition for Fall and early winter. I live in the Pacific Northwest of the US and while it does get pretty cold once winter truly kicks in - our winter weather is not severe like NY cold or Montana cold. Even still I find the Manuela is not *quite* warm enough once the temperature drops into the low 30's or below. High 30's and 40's the coat is perfect. Also like most Max Mara coats, they are voluminous and easily accommodate warm layers underneath if necessary and I've done that when I wanted to wear the Manuela on a super cold day. I've also got the Teddy coat and when it's super cold that's the one I typically wear. Hope that helps!
Thank you, that's really helpful! I ordered a navy Manuela on sale at an excellent price and would love for it to work. Can't wait to try it on! Based on what you described it should work for my needs. I am in NY area and have enough very warm coats for winter including my Teddy, but this spring I realized that I only had one lighter coat in camel color and basically had nothing to wear with outfits where camel didn't work. What color is your Manuela? I only saw Manuela available in three colors - black, camel and navy, but would love one in light beige if it existed... I ordered one in navy, because I wanted some variety, my Madame is in black and Teddy in camel.I have the Manuela and it is definitely lighter weight than the Madame. It's also made out of camel wool and it has a very soft, smooth texture. I don't own the Madame personally but I have seen it in store and felt it - it's more of a classic wool texture. Depending on where you live and what type of winter weather you have the Manuela could be a great addition for Fall and early winter. I live in the Pacific Northwest of the US and while it does get pretty cold once winter truly kicks in - our winter weather is not severe like NY cold or Montana cold. Even still I find the Manuela is not *quite* warm enough once the temperature drops into the low 30's or below. High 30's and 40's the coat is perfect. Also like most Max Mara coats, they are voluminous and easily accommodate warm layers underneath if necessary and I've done that when I wanted to wear the Manuela on a super cold day. I've also got the Teddy coat and when it's super cold that's the one I typically wear. Hope that helps!
Mine is in the classic Camel color. It's pretty light and it goes with everything. But I'd LOVE a Navy one! That sounds gorgeous!
Thank you! I'll share photos once I receive it.
Sharing some photos of me trying on the Manuela coat in navy—I quite like it! I went one size down from my Madame and like the fit. The navy doesn’t pull too blue—it’s a really neutral shade that almost looks black, which I like since I don’t look great in cool-toned colors. Still debating if it's different enough to justify keeping both since this one also feels warm, but I do love the silhouette. Leaning towards keeping it, though I’ll probably still need a lighter coat for warmer months.
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