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The Winter Coats You’ll Wear All Season

When it comes to investing in new-season outerwear, these are the best winter coats to snap up now and wear for years to come, says COLLEEN ROSS

Fashion editor Millie Parry
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A shearling coat is a cozy classic that works with every look, from daytime denim to evening glamour

The shearling coat

A timeless staple with vintage appeal, this season’s shearling coats oscillate between understated and ultra glamorous. Sitting in the latter camp, Nour Hammour’s plush ‘Giovanna’ style has an elegant shawl collar and a sash belt to cinch the waist, creating a classically feminine silhouette. Meanwhile, Yves Salomon’s burgundy style, has more of a poised retro 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 draped style comes in impossibly soft tan shearling with a fleecy lining and oozes contemporary cool. Slip it on with off-duty denim and cashmere or tailoring.

  • TOTEME
    Draped shearling coat
    £1,547.00
    Select a Size
    xx small - out of stock
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    small - out of stock
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    x large
  • NOUR HAMMOUR
    Giovanna belted shearling coat
    £1,510.00
    Select a Size
    x small - out of stock
    small - out of stock
    medium - out of stock
    large - out of stock
    x large - out of stock
  • YVES SALOMON
    Shearling coat
    £1,736.00
    Select a Size
    34 - out of stock
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    38 - out of stock
    40 - low stock
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    46
  • BRUNELLO CUCINELLI
    Oversized shearling double-breasted coat
    £6,850.00
    Select a Size
    38 - out of stock
    40
    42 - out of stock
    44

The oversized coat

An oversized coat adds instant cool points to an outfit, presenting casual confidence with minimal effort. For a foundational piece that retains its elegance into the evening, Róhe’s faux fur-trimmed ‘Ezra’ style – another NET-A-PORTER exclusive – looks great with both eveningwear and layered over off-duty denim. For the office, embrace the cocooning shape of Toteme’s ‘Shield’ double-breasted coat, which looks sensational layered over sleek tailoring. Alternatively, for something with more everyday appeal, try Calvin Klein Collection’s ‘Beatrice’ coat in wool and cashmere-blend – it’s a style you’ll reach for time and time again.

  • CALVIN KLEIN COLLECTION
    Beatrice belted wool and cashmere-blend coat
    £555.00
    Select a Size
    36 - out of stock
    38 - out of stock
    40 - out of stock
    42 - out of stock
    44 - out of stock
    46 - out of stock
  • TOTEME
    Shield oversized double-breasted wool-blend coat
    £519.00
    Select a Size
    32
    34
    36
    38
    40
  • THE ROW
    Regino oversized wool coat
    £2,070.00
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    8 - out of stock
  • RÓHE
    Ezra double-breasted plush-trimmed wool-blend coat
    £663.00
    Select a Size
    34
    36
    38 - low stock
    40
    42 - out of stock
    44
Oversized styles will add instant flair (and warmth) to any style or outfit
Elongated leather silhouettes provide practical polish and cool confidence

The leather or suede coat

Both leather and suede have really come into their own as sleek outerwear staples, and this season they go beyond classic biker styles. Longline silhouettes tap into the mood of the moment, mixing practical polish with a vintage feel for everyday wear. The perfect example, Nour Hammour’s glamorous ‘Briona’ version in burgundy leather speaks to the season’s faux-fur trend and will look effortless slipped on over a cashmere sweater and jeans. The brand’s beige suede trench coat, on the other hand, exudes '70s chic. Plus, it’s a highlight from our NET SUSTAIN edit. Don’t miss timeless styles by Toteme and new brand Arma, too.

  • TOTEME
    Paneled textured-leather coat
    £1,470.00
    Select a Size
    32 - out of stock
    34 - out of stock
    36 - out of stock
    38 - out of stock
    40 - out of stock
  • NOUR HAMMOUR
    Tate belted suede trench coat
    £585.00
    Select a Size
    34 - out of stock
    36 - out of stock
    38 - out of stock
    40 - out of stock
    42 - out of stock
    44 - out of stock
  • ARMA
    Alissa suede coat
    £325.00
    Select a Size
    34 - out of stock
    36 - out of stock
    38 - low stock
    40 - low stock
    42 - out of stock
    44 - out of stock
  • NOUR HAMMOUR
    Briona belted shearling-trimmed leather coat
    £609.00
    Select a Size
    x small - out of stock
    small - out of stock
    medium - out of stock
    large - out of stock
    x large - out of stock

The trench coat

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 belt can be tied loosely for a more relaxed look or knotted to cinch your waist. Trans-seasonal heroes can be found at Bottega Veneta, Toteme and Maison Margiela. Elsewhere, Sharon Wauchob’s ‘Lee’ style comes in a flowing silk-blend that’s perfect for evening layered over a slip dress.

  • BOTTEGA VENETA
    Intrecciato leather-trimmed cotton-blend trench coat
    £2,884.00
    Select a Size
    34 - out of stock
    36 - out of stock
    38 - low stock
    40 - low stock
    42
    44
  • MAISON MARGIELA
    Belted wool-gabardine trench coat
    £626.00
    Select a Size
    40 - out of stock
    44 - out of stock
    46 - out of stock
  • SHARON WAUCHOB
    Lee belted silk-blend trench coat
    £558.00
    Select a Size
    34 - out of stock
    36 - out of stock
    38 - out of stock
    40 - out of stock
    42 - out of stock
  • TOTEME
    Signature double-breasted cotton-blend gabardine trench coat
    £705.00
    Select a Size
    32 - out of stock
    34 - low stock
    36
    38 - low stock
    40 - low stock
Whatever the season, you can’t go wrong with a timeless trench coat

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