I’ve found some absolute gems on Vinted and eBay over the years, but this coat is one of, if not, THE best! Now, I have a bit of an addiction to colourful faux fur, but this coat is really special. Fans of the BBC comedy Alma’s Not Normal would say it’s iconic. Where to get hold of an “Alma coat” is frequently the subject of The Facebook fan group. So I feel incredibly lucky to have found one on Vinted. (It’s also known as the “Bagpuss coat” on account of its resemblance to the cat in the children’s TV series of the 1970s – first broadcast the year I was born.)
In the comedy series, Alma, the main character has quite a flamboyant style, rather like mine. She also wears a lot of pink and green (one of my favourite colour combinations) so styling the “Alma’s Not Normal” coat with green and pink stays true to her aesthetic (and also mine!). A pink bobble hat would have been the perfect finishing touch!
I wore this outfit to work and it attracted a lot of comments, mainly referring to Bagpuss, which probably reflects the demographic of the newsroom! Pete said I looked like a stick of rock, and the lovely lady in reception was very complimentary, as she always is about my outfits. (I love making people smile with my colourful concoctions!)
Alma’s Not Normal was written by Sophie Willan who also plays the title character. It’s based on her experience of growing up in the care system in Bolton and her difficult family relationships. It highlights the effects of the austerity measures brought in by the David Cameron government, which drastically cut funding for vital public services. Sophie wrote the first series during the pandemic (which she won a Bafta for), followed by a much anticipated second series which was broadcast last year.
Everything about Alma’s Not Normal is fantastic – the script, cast, acting and wardrobe (kudos to stylist Daniella Pearman) are all absolutely on the money. It’s hilariously funny, sweary, sad and as real as it gets. I won’t say too much about it in case you haven’t seen it. All I can say is, it’s one of the best TV series I’ve seen and definitely worth watching. To quote Alma: “I always thought: if I can’t be normal, I’ll at least be fabulous”.
Series one and two are available on BBC iPlayer (only in the UK).
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Karin of Karin’s Cottage, Rena of Fine Whatever and Kathrine Eldridge!
You rock this coat Emma! What a great find and love that it’s related to this show you love. Thanks for the feature and link up!
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Thanks so much Kathrine! You’re welcome!
I haven’t seen Alma’s Not Normal, but now I think I have to after seeing your fabulous coat!
Cheryl Shops | http://www.cherylshops.net
It’s very funny, I hope you get to watch it!
How fun you were able to find this coat! It’s perfect for you!
Thank you Laura!
Damn, now I want to watch those series. I watch a lot on BBC, but not IPlayer of course. I will check YouTube. It’s so you this outfit indeed! (Now I sound like Pointless…)( you see, I know the BBC, haha)
Anyway….. what a joy for your colleagues to have you on board. Who can stay the day with a mood when you see you!
Thank you so much Nancy! Oh it’s annoying that you can’t get iPlayer abroad…using a VPN is always an option 😉 I like Pointless too – especially the geography questions.
That coat is fabulous!
Jennifer
https://curatedbyjennifer.com
Thanks Jennifer!
Your coat is a real showstopper, and what a find! I love the way you paired it with green. So joyful! Alma’s Not Normal sounds like a great series. I wish I could view it in the US. Enjoy the rest of your week!
Thanks so much Di! I hope it’s shown in the US, it’s very funny. Hope you have a great weekend!
Wow!!! This coat truly is iconic, and so are you, Emma! I haven’t heard of this series, but now I want to find it. Hopefully, it will cross the pond in a bit. Thanks so much for the link up! I invite you to join us every Thursday for Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot!
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Thank you Marsha! I haven’t joined many link ups these last few weeks but I’m getting back into the swing of things now, so I’ll be popping over to link up!
I love you coat! It’s such a fun statement piece!
Jill – Doused in Pink
Thanks Jill!
What a stunning coat. I love the colour combination. https://www.bauchlefashion.com/2025/02/7-reasons-coach-empire-carryall-bag-is.html
Thanks Heather!
What a fun look. That coat is fabulous! Thanks for the feature
Rena
http://www.finewhateverblog.com
Thanks Rena! You’re welcome!