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    Trust me: these are the chicest winter coats and they are already selling out fast!

    Act now or regret it

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    By Penny Goldstone Contributions by Jazzria Harris
    Last updated 26 November 2024 In Features

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    I'll beat this drum until I die: winter coats are the investment purchase you will never regret making.

    Whether you are ticking some of Autumn/Winter 2024's biggest trends (more on that later) with your outerwear, or looking for a more classic, timeless style, a good coat is the foundation of any wardrobe.

    Far from an afterthought thrown on as you leave the house, it will not only complete your outfit, but elevate it.

    If you are looking to tick those trend boxes, for AW24, I'm seeing three major trends when it comes to outerwear: maxi coats. shaggy coats and capes.

    Pavement-skimming coats were seen at David Koma, Gucci, Gauchere, Balenciaga, Carven and Cecilie Bahnsen to name just a few. Those designers favoured tailored maxi coats, though the trend works on any coat style, from puffers to leather coats.

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    Shaggy coats, a fun, tactile option, is for the maximalist amongst you. Shearling, crochet and faux fur styles were big news on the runway, from Stella McCartney to Ederm, with a show-stopping feather coat shot for our Elevating The Everyday story.

    As for capes, they were on virtually every catwalk around, notably at Chloe (a gorgeous lilac leather cape), Bottega Veneta, Celine and Carolina Herrera.

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    Other broader trends that can easily be applied to your outerwear include the two hues to invest in this season: brown and burgundy.

    Of course, it goes without saying, that each year the tried-and-tested camel coat is updated slightly to align with the key trends of the season, and this time is no exception.

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    & Other Stories Tailored Single-Breasted Coat

    & Other Stories Tailored Single-Breasted Coat
    £245 AT & OTHER STORIES

    Sometimes it pays to keep it simple as this classic single breasted style proves.

    Aligne George Padded Wrap Coat

    Aligne George Padded Wrap Coat
    £169.49 (WAS £199) AT ALIGNE

    For a more relaxed feel, I love this padded style from Aligne.

    Whistles black leather coat

    Whistles Faye Clean Bonded Trench Coat
    £1195 AT WHISTLES

    A black leather trench offers a fashion forward twist.

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    John LewisScarf Coat

    John Lewis Scarf Coat
    £89.50 (WAS £179) AT JOHN LEWIS

    This camel scarf coat looks far more expensive than it's price tag.

    Toteme Draped fringed wool-blend bouclé jacket

    Toteme Draped fringed wool-blend bouclé jacket
    £1030 AT NET-A-PORTER

    If you only invest in one scarf style, make it Toteme's cult coat.

    Maje Removable-scarf contrasting-edge wool-blend coat

    Maje Removable-scarf contrasting-edge wool-blend coat
    £475.30 (WAS £679) AT SELFRIDGES

    The contrasting trim gives this scarf coat a boho feel.

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    De Savary brown suede trench coat

    De Savary brown suede trench coat
    £695 AT DESAVARY

    This sleek trench coat is an influencer favourite.

    Stradivarius Long Faux Suede Trench Coat

    Stradivarius Long Faux Suede Trench Coat
    £59.99 AT STRADIVARIUS

    For a cost effective option, try faux suede instead.

    Nour Hammour tate Everyday Suede Trench

    Nour Hammour tate Everyday Suede Trench
    £1430 AT NOUR HAMMOUR

    Tap into the merlot trend in this dark red suede style.

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    Prada Re-Nylon Hooded Recycled Nylon Jacket

    Prada Re-Nylon Hooded Recycled Nylon Jacket
    £2250 AT SELFRIDGES

    Prada's puffer style is as luxe as you'd imagine.

    Feather and Down Puffer Jacket With Stormwear™

    M&S Feather and Down Puffer Jacket With Stormwear™
    £149 AT M&S

    Yes, this is from the menswear department but our Fashion Director Lily has already snapped it up and said everything from the shape, length and warmth is perfect.

    Leem High-Neck Quilted Knitted Coat

    Leem High-Neck Quilted Knitted Coat
    £280 AT SELFRIDGES

    The quilted finish and forest green tone make this a chic choice.

    Dryrobe Advance Long Sleeve

    Dryrobe Advance Long Sleeve
    £165 AT DRY ROBE

    For practicality, you can't get better than a Dryrobe.

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    Faye Shearling Maxi Coat

    Ducie Faye Shearling Maxi Coat
    £1350 AT DUCIE

    This coat will make any outfit the moment.

    Nour Hammour Evita Apres-Ski Shearling Coat

    Nour Hammour Evita Apres-Ski Shearling Coat
    £1880 AT NOUR HAMMOUR

    We're still not over the mob wife movement.

    Abercrombie & Fitch Double-Breasted Faux Fur Coat

    Abercrombie & Fitch Double-Breasted Faux Fur Coat
    £74.99 (WAS £160) AT ABERCROMBIE & FITCH

    For a luxe feel, why not try an off white fluffy coat.

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    & Other Stories Voluminous Belted Wool Coat

    & Other Stories Voluminous Belted Wool Coat
    £245 AT & OTHER STORIES

    Made from 100% wool, this coat is sure to keep you cosy.

    The Row Malika wool wrap coat

    The Row Malika wool wrap coat
    £5770 AT MYTHERESA

    Chic simplicity at it's finest.

    Karen Millen Italian Manteco Wool Blend Wrap Belted Tailored Midi Coat

    Karen Millen Italian Manteco Wool Blend Wrap Belted Tailored Midi Coat
    £140 (WAS £279) AT KAREN MILLEN

    There's no need to shy away from statement colours when it comes to outerwear.

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    Penny Goldstone is the Contributing Fashion Editor at Marie Claire UK. She writes about catwalk trends and the latest high street and Instagram sartorial must-haves. She also helms the Women Who Win franchise.

    She has worked in fashion for over 10 years, contributing to publications such as Cosmopolitan, Red, Good Housekeeping, and Stylist.

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