A broad appropriation of various menswear garments informed Céline's FW 2017 collection, ranging from military outerwear to classic tailoring, all recontextualized into womenswear for their practicality. The strongest proposition, shown multiple times on the runway to emphatic effect, was a series of masculine single-breasted coats, including this one in double-face wool.

They appear to be adopted from men’s tailored overcoats, akin to those of the 1950s — bold-shouldered and generously cut, with wide lapels and a buttoned front.

The deep peak lapels on this coat are cut tuxedo-like to a nearly mid-riff baring degree; it is worn barechested in all instances it is shown on the Céline runway. A key feature lies in the back waist — a partly-elasticated martingale belt that effectively transforms the silhouette, from straight-cut when left undone, to a more feminine cinched waist when secured.

Another notable addition is a pair of leg straps made of satin with brass buckles, placed on the lining just by the ankle to keep the coat secured and close to your person.

This highly versatile piece of tailored outerwear is replete with functional details while still evoking a sense of self-assured confidence for its wearer.