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Hero Winter Coat Trends For 2024: Vogue’s Guide To The Best Styles
Winter coats are a cornerstone of any wardrobe – a single great style that fits and insulates well will see you through autumn and winter, into the spring months and beyond. The trick to making the most of a winter coat? Look after it well. If you’re keen to try a tailored wool coat, consider purchasing a lint roller to tackle any stray fibres. In between seasons, before storing outerwear, don’t hesitate to take something to the dry cleaners. You want to ensure it’s fresh and ready for use when you unearth it in the colder months. Another tip: be sure to equip yourself for changeable weather conditions and have an umbrella on standby to avoid ruining delicate fabrics.
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Investing in a new coat can be overwhelming, given there are so many options available. Experiment with several silhouettes before making a decision – be it a puffer, bomber jacket, leather coat or sculptural longline style – and try styling it with existing pieces in your wardrobe to guarantee maximum wear for seasons to come. Think: quality over quantity. It’s better to have reliable styles on rotation rather than several sitting in your wardrobe gathering dust. Below, British Vogue highlights eight winter coat trends and the best pieces available now in each category.
- The wool coat: Burberry Cashmere Wrap Coat, £2,990
- The leather coat: Acne Studios Coated Leather Bomber Jacket, £850
- The puffer coat: Nanushka Quilted Jacket, £746
- The black coat: The Row Malika Coat In Wool And Cashmere, £2,640
- The bomber jacket: Frankie Shop Astra Shell Bomber Jacket, £362
- The scarf coat: Toteme Embroidered Scarf Coat, £1,030
The smart coat
Tailored outerwear silhouettes are a smart way to round-off an outfit – however casual. Jeans and a T-shirt can be immediately elevated with the addition of a wool coat with structured shoulders and lapels, while they also make for a good layer on an evening out. As mentioned above, be sure to keep a lint roller on standby, since wool and cashmere easily pick up fibres.
The bomber jacket
Bomber jackets have been in and out of style for many years – and this season, they’ve made a noticeable return to the street-style circuit. At recent shows, attendees have swathed themselves in padded bombers with ruched sleeves, multiple pockets and metal hardware.
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The utility jacket
Barn jackets have been an unexpected outerwear hero this year, seen in the collections of Prada, Fendi and The Row. Carhartt WIP’s storied Detroit jacket has proven particularly popular – we recommend sizing up to achieve a slouchier fit.
The power puffer
Puffers are ideal companions for those bitterly cold days the UK experiences from January to March – or any other cold-climate destination you may plan to travel to in 2025. The best styles are those that you can wear with multiple layers beneath, but aren’t so oversized that they’ll swamp you.
The scarf coat
Scarf coats are a great “grab-and-go” option, since you don’t need to worry about finding something to keep your neck warm. Toteme’s take has been a winning style since it was first introduced in 2021, recognisable for its boxy silhouette and contrast stitching.
The leather jacket
Leather jackets are a timeless coat style that vary depending on the shape and fit you’re after. Fitted biker jackets come with multiple zips and hardware details; slouchy leather jackets are easy to throw on over pretty much anything, while Acne Studio’s leather padded bomber jackets have been a resounding hit among the street-style set.
The elevated black coat
Pressed to pick a style because you’re overwhelmed by colour choices? You can’t go wrong with a simple black coat. Longline versions are especially flattering, as are silhouettes that fit like a blazer. Or consider trying a belt if you want a cinched-waist effect.
The trench coat
Trench coats are typically associated with autumn months, but their use can also be maximised throughout winter. Given most trenches are quite thin – often, they’re made from gabardine – be sure to wear plenty of layers beneath.
FAQs
What are the most popular coats right now?
This winter, timeless outerwear silhouettes reign supreme. Power-shouldered wool coats, elegant black coats, retro bomber jackets and puffers have proven popular, realised in neutral tones, mood-boosting shades and expressive patterns. On the autumn/winter 2024 runways, leather bombers came courtesy of Balenciaga and Loewe, while Alaïa debuted sculptural iterations on the classic black coat and Ferragamo rendered various silhouettes in wool-cashmere – including a great coat that opened the show. And at Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada explored coats of many kind, including an opening series of longline styles with and without collars.
What are the best winter coat brands?
Picking a brand depends on personal preference. The aforementioned designer labels plus The Row, Saint Laurent and Prada specialise in investment coats, while Filippa K and Totême are also go-to brands for team Vogue. And on the high-street, Cos, Arket, Massimo Dutti and Uniqlo stock a variety of styles.
