So if you already know or still have no idea what a parka is, this post brings all the information you need to know about this trending piece, as well as tips on how to use it, and models and prices to buy this trendy piece.
What is parka?
The parka is a kind of looser jacket is elongated, lying below the hip and featuring large pockets throughout the piece and long sleeves.
This type of piece has three possible origins. The first is related to the Eskimos from areas of North America and Europe, who used the animal hair coated piece as a warm coat to keep warm.
The other possible origin of this style of clothing is military uniforms, and this type of jacket was already part of military uniforms and was a kind of overlay for the winter uniform, bringing the functionality of large pockets.
And finally, another possible origin is related to the world of sports, which brought this style of jacket in waterproof fabric with a hood, and thus the piece became a functional clothing option to do sports in the rain.
And regardless of the official origin of this style of garment, the truth is that this style of jacket was already present in the men's universe, with the men's parka, but some time ago it also became a major trend in the world of women's fashion, being a longer and stylish jacket option to compose different look proposals.
In the female universe, this jacket model gained an extra detail, which is the possibility of adjusting the jacket in the waist area, tying it and leaving the piece wider with a marked waist.
How to wear women's parka? β Models and outfits
camouflage military parka
An inspiration for this style of jacket based on military uniforms is the version of the jacket with a camouflage print, reminiscent of military clothing and can be included in a casual look, as shown in this proposal.
In the casual look proposal, the idea was to create a basic composition, joining black leggings with a basic shirt, and thus, the camouflaged parka comes in as an overlay that transforms the basic look.
To gain a more casual look, the coat was worn with the sleeves rolled up, giving the look a more everyday style.
The look even gained the addition of a brown leather crossbody bag and detail for the orange sneakers, which adds a touch of warm color to the look.
Parka jeans
One of the variations of this style of coat is the denim version, which makes the piece even more versatile, after all, you can't go wrong with a denim overlay.
To transform a basic look, the proposal here brings a look with a loose dress in black and white stripes, and with the overlay of the denim jacket, which comes with a perfect choice to transform the look and maintain the casual style.
In this case, the coat was worn with the sleeves rolled up, emphasizing the idea of ββa more casual and laid-back look for everyday life.
Parka preta
For those looking for a wildcard model of the coat, one of the possibilities is the parka version in black, a neutral color perfect for combining with different look proposals, as shown by this inspiration that brings the black coat to the winter look.
In the proposal for cold days, the idea was to create a neutral and basic base for the look, including jeans, a black blouse, and caramel booties.
Thus, the black coat comes in as an overlay to make the look even warmer and guarantee a more fashionista look, even though it is a neutral colored piece.
Green parka
There are different styles and colors for this model of coat, and a good inspiration is to use the classic version of the coat inspired by military uniforms and which brings the color military green as a base for the piece.
As an idea to use this piece that brings military inspiration, the proposal here was to create a basic look for everyday life with a pair of destroyed jeans and a gray T-shirt, leaving the basic look and adding the overlay in military green to transform the look.
The look even gained the addition of a small crossbody bag, which is perfect for everyday use and compose the casual look.
parka rosa
For those who think the garment has a more masculine feel, an alternative to make the look more feminine is choosing a coat model in pink, as shown in this look option.
In the proposal for the look, the idea was to put together a look with a beige skirt and a pink lace blouse, and so the coat appears as an overlay in the same tone as the blouse, keeping the color chart harmonious and balanced.
The coat still transforms the look, as the mix with the pink lace skirt and blouse bring a more sensual style, and thus the addition of the coat creates an interesting counterpoint to the look.
wine parka
Among the color options for the coat, one of the options that is on the rise is the model in burgundy, which brings a more closed tone and is perfect for composing winter looks, as shown in this proposal for the look.
The inspiration for wearing the look with the burgundy coat brings a neutral base with black leather pants and a white T-shirt, there is also the black boot that helps elongate the legs, which is perfect to avoid flatness, as the coat has a length at thigh height and which may visually reduce height.
Thus, the neutral base for the look was the perfect choice to add a burgundy coat, and create a pop of color in the winter look.
Parka brown / khaki / caramel
Among the different options to compose a look with a female parka, the idea that brings the look inspired by the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton.
For a casual look, the idea was to wear black skinny pants and a khaki coat as an overlay for a neutral look and for a cold day.
The look even gained the addition of white and classic sneakers, maintaining the casual and functional proposal for everyday looks in seasons such as autumn and winter.
Park peluciada
There are different models of women's parka, and one of the favorites for winter looks is a furry coat, which has a plush fabric lining and/or hood, making the winter garment warmer.
As a look inspiration with the furry coat, the proposal here brings a production with neutral colors, joining black skinny pants, basic gray blouse and the addition of the coat with plush lining.
In this way, the winter look is in sober and neutral tones and even gains the addition of the fashionista piece with a warmer lining, keeping the look fashionable and comfortable for the winter days.
