The Winter Coats You’ll Wear All Season

A tailored coat instantly refines an outfit. The structured shoulders, face-framing lapels and long length present casual confidence with minimal effort. For a foundational piece that retains its elegance into the evening, Loulou de Saison’s double-breasted ‘Rosco’ style looks great with both eveningwear and layered over off-duty denim. For the office, embrace the strong-shouldered shape of Stella McCartney’s double-breasted tuxedo coat, which looks sensational layered over sleek tailoring. Alternatively, for something with more everyday appeal, try Ralph Lauren Collection’s ‘Amory’ coat in herringbone wool – it’s a style you’ll reach for time and time again.

Leather has really come into its own as an outerwear staple, and this season’s offerings go beyond the classic biker jacket. Elongated trench silhouettes tap into the mood of the moment, mixing practical polish with a sleek, vintage feel for everyday wear. First seen on the runway, Acne Studios’ coat offers an urban take on the trench coat in supple leather, while Nour Hammour’s glamorous ‘Briona’ version in burgundy leather taps into the season’s faux-fur trend and will look effortless slipped on over a cashmere sweater and jeans. Plus, both are highlights from our NET SUSTAIN edit.

A timeless staple with vintage appeal, this season’s shearling coats oscillate between understated and ultra glamorous. Sitting in the latter camp, Chloé’s shearling-lined quilted shell coat has a fuzzy collar and cuffs that evoke bohemian styles from the ’70s. Valentino Garavani’s double-breasted style, meanwhile, has more of a poised ’60s feel and looks so elegant paired with leather gloves and knee-high boots. For a piece that can be worn from dawn to dusk, Toteme’s collarless style comes in impossibly soft beige shearling and oozes contemporary cool. Slip it on with off-duty denim and cashmere or tailoring.

Whether it’s made from cotton or wool (or features a practical water-resistant finish), the trench coat is a timeless fall/winter option – guaranteed to be an on-rotation staple that elevates your everyday outfits. The roomy shape is suited for layering over chunky knitwear, while the belted waist can be tied loosely for a more relaxed look or knotted to cinch your waist. Trans-seasonal heroes can be found at Burberry, Toteme and The Row. Elsewhere, Nour Hammour’s style comes in supple biscuit-suede cotton-gabardine with double-breasted buttons and buckled cuffs.