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A cornerstone of any Brit's wardrobe, a stylish, well-insulated winter coat will see you through countless autumns and winters.
But since it is the most expensive item in our wardrobe, finding the perfect and Taking care of it is crucial.
From practical to pretty: We hear from style experts about the best winter coats you should buy right now for next winter.
scarf coat
One style that is popping up everywhere this fall winter is the scarf wrap. A two-in-one winter staple made famous by Swedish designer TOTEME, the scarf coat is a modern take on a tailored jacket.
“These big, roomy coats combine comfort with bold silhouettes,” says style and trend expert Karine Laudert.
The scarf wrap is made for those lovers of streamlined style, who like minimalism with a good dose of cozy comfort.
River Island Beige Premium Wool Blend Scarf Coat, £149
Zara Wool Blend Asymmetrical Cape, £119
Raised Quilted Coat
Who said that practical can't be pretty? The down jacket is an old classic that returns year after year, but by 2024, a cinched waist and exaggerated collar have flooded the runways, elevating the humble down jacket to the echelons of high fashion.
“One of the most popular designer collaborations in winter coats, which never disappoints in style and quality, is that of Regatta and Christian Lacroix,” says Laudert.
The outdoor clothing brand has collaborated with Christian Lacroix to launch an environmentally friendly padded jacket. This is a trend we're seeing among more high-end fashion designers: combining style and practicality.
Regatta Christian Lacroix – Women's Bernis Waterproof Jacket – Pearl Print, £47.95 (was £160)
Bo & Tee Mid-Length Hooded Padded Coat – Cocoa Brown, £85
Classic fitted coat
Finding the perfect bespoke wool coat is a quest many of us undertake year after year, and unfortunately the old saying is true: buying cheap means we often buy twice.
However, many of us have invested in an expensive wool coat, only to find that it pills three months later. The trick to keeping it pristine is in storage.
Between seasons, instead of storing it in the back of the closet, take it to the dry cleaners. You want to make sure it is fresh and ready to use when you dig it up in the colder months.
Another tip is always Equip yourself for changing weather conditions, such as having an umbrella on hand so you don't ruin delicate fabrics.
Mango Lapel Wool Coat – Medium Brown, £109.99
Mango Micro Houndstooth Fleece Jacket, £79.99
Utility ditch
While trench coats are a style that never goes out of style, they're not the warmest form of outerwear for the scorching winter months.
However, their recent transfiguration on the catwalk has made them a practical and elegant silhouette to wear this fall/winter.
This year, designers took a fresher approach to the sleek classic trench coat, incorporating large utility pockets, quilting and a straighter silhouette.
As for exclusively “elegant” coats, the trench is undoubtedly one of the most practical.
This is no doubt thanks to the Heritage trend, which means this season's coats are both stylish and practical: “think quilted jackets with a touch of corduroy, waxed jackets and coats in the Heritage color palette of browns , olives and burgundy,” says the stylist. for Cotton Traders, Julie Dickson.
Karen Millen Long Quilted Belted Trench Coat, £179, Debenhams
Zara Faded Cotton Blend Jacket, £79.99
