I Tried On Every Single Coat from Charlotte Simone's New Collection—These Are the 6 Standout Styles to Shop
The cult coat brand's 10-year anniversary drop is out now
I'm someone who very much lives for the summer, and dreads the arrival of the cold—but the one thing capable of getting me excited for winter is the prospect of a new Charlotte Simone coat.
If you don't know the name, you'll certainly recognise the designs: Simone's vintage-inspired, playful, faux-fur statement coats and jackets have been worn by everyone from Taylor Swift and Charli XCX to Dua Lipa, Gigi Hadid, Lila Moss and Lena Dunham in recent years, and are nothing short of a cult must-have on the London cool girl scene.
That Charlotte Simone's coats are available in super-limited quantities, and sold during a one-week window, serves only to add to their allure—hence the fact that they sell out—and insanely fast—pretty much every single time.
This year marks a decade of the Charlotte Simone brand, and to celebrate, the British designer has spent months developing a special anniversary collection filled with some of her most iconic designs—plus, of course, some fabulous new styles to lust after. The collection dropped online at on 26th November, and will only be available to shop for one week, until December 3rd. If the pieces can actually stay in stock, that is...
The inspiration behind her latest collection? "This is a real milestone moment for the brand, so the collection is a celebration of all the eras of Charlotte Simone—a reflection of the journey it's taken to get here," explains the designer. "The Rainbow Twist returns as an ode to where it all started, and the iconic Penny coat is also back in the black colourway for the first time since 2020."
"Every collection has a mood, an energy, a song, a muse," continues Simone. "This one is all about the night owl, party season, and dressing for those nights that you remember. The song I had in mind was Edwyn Collins, A Girl Like You. There are a lot more of those seductive, darker shades and thicker fabrications now that we're in full-on winter, and it felt fitting to name the pieces after iconic rock stars, like Ziggy, Janis and Ozzy."
Charlotte Simone's new—and final—AW25 drop is made up of 20 pieces, including fresh iterations of the iconic Lulu and Penny coats, as well as a couple of accessories and sleeveless, shearling, animal-print and faux-leather styles. As ever, the brand kept the full line-up strictly under wraps until drop day, but I was lucky enough to have a sneak peek—and I can confirm it's one of her best collections yet.
I had inordinate amounts of fun trying on every single coat from the newest drop, to bring you my edit of the six most standout styles to add to your basket—while you still can. Keep scrolling to discover my favourite styles from the new Charlotte Simone collection, including details on fit, size, price and fabrication. For reference, I'm a 5-foot-5, UK 12 with big boobs.
The Best Coats From Charlotte Simone's New Collection
The Stella
As soon as I tried the Stella on, I knew: this is the ultimate night-out jacket, and it absolutely has to be mine. Crafted from soft, black faux suede and covered in sparkling diamanté crystals, it's a party-ready take on Charlotte Simone's classic Lulu coat, albeit in a shorter version that hits perfectly at the hip. It's not lined, so you might want to size up if you envision wearing this in the depths of winter, as it will need a chunky knit to keep you warm beneath—an S fit me nicely, but I'd probably opt for an M for this exact reason.
Price: £395
Composition: Faux suede, Mongolian lambswool trims
The Roxy
I found myself drawn to this coat the second I stepped into Charlotte Simone's showroom. With its powder-pink fluff, contrasting black trims, and oversized silhouette, it's the ultimate 'one and done' statement piece, with the power to inject some much-needed fun into the otherwise grey period that lies ahead. It's snuggly as can be, features a cosy hood, and is comfortably oversized but not so much that I feel/look gigantic with it on. You'll want to go for your usual size with this one, or even size down for a more snug silhouette. Fair warning: only 25 of these have been made, so you'll have to act fast.
Price: £695
Composition: Mongolian lambswool
The Janis
As you'll be able to tell from my first two choices above, I tend towards the more OTT and extra Charlotte Simone designs—that's what the designer does best, after all—but I haven't been able to stop thinking about the (relatively) more low-key Janis jacket since trying it on. Crafted from a fabulous faux-croc, chocolate-brown pleather (a brand first), it has snuggly shearling trims, fits slightly oversized, and has dolman sleeves for a cool point of difference. In my opinion, it's the perfect jacket for those who want to bring a touch of glamour to their everyday style.
Price: £395
Composition: Pleather, shearling trims
The Lola
I have a bit of a thing for Mongolian jackets, and this is hands-down one of the best I've ever come across. Made from softest brown and cream lambswool, it's beautifully slouchy, extends below the bum for extra warmth, and features contrasting colour strips placed on the diagonal. Not only does this make for a seriously standout visual effect, but it also subtly creates a more feminine silhouette that appears slightly cinched at the waist. Ingenious. I'm wearing a size S here, which fit beautifully both open and closed at the front. Pair with everything from jeans and a jumper to an evening gown, and prepare for the compliments to start rolling in. There will be cries of envy, probably, too, given that only 99 pieces have been made—so those who secure one should feel very lucky, indeed.
Price: £450
Composition: Mongolian lambswool
The Prince
The Prince is another standout from the collection. It leans more heavily into the nostalgic vintage boho aesthetic, while still feeling modern thanks to its feminine, figure-hugging cut, vertical trim details and patent pleather exterior. Fully lined and trimmed with shearling, it was the cosiest of all the coats I tried on, and statement-making in a decidedly edgy, rock'n'roll way. As for size: the S I tried on fit nicely but was slightly tight over the chest, so I would recommend sizing up if your body-type is similar to mine.
Price: £450
Composition: Pleather, shearling trims
The Donna
If you're considering purchasing your very first Charlotte Simone coat, chances are you'll want to go for a classic. So, in that vein, allow me to introduce the wonderful Donna—a coat similar to Simone's signature Lulu and Penny styles, but with a new faux-shearling exterior and khaki-green colourway. It's a design that will never go out of style, goes with everything, nods to the vintage boho vibe, is recognisably Charlotte Simone, and chunky enough to keep you warm all winter long, too.
Price: £450
Composition: Faux shearling, Mongolian lambswool trims
Shop the full Charlotte Simone AW25 drop 2 collection from 26th November until 3rd December, at charlottesimone.com.
