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15 of the best blanket capes

Invest in one of this season's biggest outerwear trends that you can throw over anything. Well not anything... Don't throw it over a fire. Be reasonable.
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Invest in one of this season's biggest outerwear trends that you can throw over anything. Well not anything... Don't throw it over a fire. Be reasonable. 
1

The geometric

Sleeve, Textile, Collar, Pattern, Fashion, Costume accessory, Clothes hanger, Fashion design, Design, Day dress,
Khaki geo print blanket knit, £28, Dorothy Perkins Layer up over cream knits and boyfriend jeans for a cool boho look.
2

The pullover

Product, Sleeve, Red, Textile, Pattern, Magenta, Maroon, Fashion, Black, Woolen,
Chevron pullover cape, £25, Next A nod to the navajo-inspired trend, this would look great with leather skinnies and lots of gold jewellery. Think more Rachel Zoe, less Wild Wild West.
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3

The poncho

Product, Sleeve, Textile, Grey, Sweater, Woolen,
Knitted asymmetric poncho cape, £79, Jigsaw Minimal and in the perfect shade of grey, this will add serious chic to black trousers and killer heels.
4

The wool

Product, Collar, Sleeve, White, Pattern, Beige, Active shirt, Fashion design, Pattern, Button,
Pure wool checked blanket wrap, £45, Marks & Spencer The ultimate cosy wrap - throw it over a cashmere polo neck and pencil skirt for an easy workwear update.
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5

The check

Plaid, Brown, Collar, Sleeve, Pattern, Tartan, Textile, Dress shirt, White, Red,
Checked cape, £28, Miss Selfridge  Pile this over a cute floral dress for just the right amount of clashing prints.
6

The cashmere

Sleeve, Fashion, Khaki, Costume design, Costume, Beige, Cape, Cloak, Mantle,
Cashmere blanket wrap, £380, Madeleine Thompson at Net-a-porter The most luxurious in the list, this wrap is perfect for those who travel often, or just like to be in a constant state of snuggle.
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7

The cardigan

Product, Sleeve, Collar, Pattern, Red, Textile, Plaid, Outerwear, White, Tartan,
Grid checked blanket cardigan, £24.99, New Look A grungier take on this trend, try layering up your flannel shirts with band tees or vintage lace.
8

The knit

Sleeve, Collar, Pattern, Black, Grey, Baggage, Button, Sweater, Pattern, Woolen,
Knit cape, £38, Next Smarter and more of a traditional shape, this cape works best with LBDs and sharp tailoring.
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9

The aztec

Sleeve, Coat, Collar, Textile, Pattern, Outerwear, Jacket, Fashion, Cardigan, Natural material,
Aztec blanket cardigan, £42, Oasis Jazz up a plain white tee or summer sun dress with this monochrome number.
10

The faux fur

Sleeve, Textile, Costume accessory, Fashion, Black, Grey, Fur, Costume, Natural material, Costume design,
Faux fur collar fleece wrap, £45, Marks & Spencer A great alternative to a jacket for a night out - seriously glamourous.
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11

The stripe

Clothing, Brown, Sweater, Product, Sleeve, Textile, Collar, Coat, Outerwear, Woolen,
Grey stripe blanket cape, £35, River Island Grey goes with everything pretty much, and this stripy number ticks all the boxes.
12

The colour-block

Product, Sleeve, Textile, Collar, Outerwear, Fashion, Sweater, Woolen,
Colour-block striped cape, £35, Topshop Scandi cool and unusual. We love it.
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13

The multi

Brown, Product, Sleeve, Textile, Red, Pattern, Maroon, Carmine, Woolen, Fashion,
Multi-stripe blanket cape, £35, Topshop This is the perfect festival cover-up. You're welcome
14

The tribal

Sleeve, Collar, Pattern, Textile, White, Style, Black, Woolen, Sweater, Pattern,
Tribal print blanket cardigan, £42, Warehouse A much more structured style, this is for those too scared to go big with the blanket vibes.
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15

The gingham

Product, Sleeve, Textile, Pattern, Black, Grey, Beige, Woolen, Sweater, Symmetry,
Gingham blanket cape, £109, Zara No this isn't an actual blanket. But hey, there's a good DIY fashion idea. If you can't be arsed, just buy this.
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