Classic cool: Helmut Lang Sonar Wool Jacket and Jeffrey Campbell 'Everly' boots

You know when you first see an item and fall madly in love with it -- only to check the price tag and fall swiftly out of love?

That's exactly what happened between this Helmut Lang jacket and I. I wasn't prepared to pay full price, but was sure it would never last long enough  in-store to make it to the sale rack. 

How wrong I was! 

I picked up this coat for almost 50% off just before Christmas (I know you're not supposed to be shopping for yourself during that time but I seriously couldn't believe my luck!).

Then, during the post-holiday sale period, this jacket began popping up in the sale sections of many websites. 

I don't get it? Did I miss something? What's not to love about a soft, slouchy wool coat with biker details including an oversized collar and belt!? I still don't understand why people don't love this piece as much as I do -- and frankly -- I don't think I want to. 

Jacket: Helmut Lang | Tank: French Connection | Jeans: Old Navy | Boots: Jeffrey Campbell | Bag: Celine | Jewelry: Michael Kors, Vita Fede, Alden Rae c/o Shut Up I Love This and Tiffany & Co. 

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