High-quality jackets form the cornerstone of any winter wardrobe, especially if you love looking chic while staying protected from the cold weather. Investing in a new jacket or replacing an old favourite can feel challenging with so many options available! To make it a little easier, we’ve put together a list of our favourite styles, along with some recommendations that’ll have your back for years to come.
The Trench Coat
A classic for a reason, the trench coat is the perfect blend of function and style. Its design is rooted in function but over the years, the silhouette has become more stylish – we’re now seeing the introduction of cropped trench coats and parkas that modify the classic in a flattering way.
Traditionally, it can be worn in many weather conditions and has become a heritage piece that every fashion connoisseur should own – after all, it has graced the runways of Burberry, Christian Dior and other luxury brands for countless seasons for a reason. The lightweight piece is perfect for layering over knits, tees or shirts and is the perfect way to make your winter looks effortlessly chic.
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The Tailored Coat
The tailored coat deserves a special place in your wardrobe. It’s a highly versatile piece to own, the silhouette lends itself to being dressed up or down, over pants, skirts and dresses, and knits, blouses and shirts – the styling options are truly endless. We’re seeing coats being used as an easy way to add pops of colour to a typically neutral colour palette for winter. In recent years, this style has morphed to include shorter lengths and more textured fabrics as seen in the Bottega and Prada collections.
It functions as a foundational piece to build your look around, so there’s an opportunity to have lots of fun styling it alongside existing items in your wardrobe. They’re warm, flattering and iconic – if you’re unsure which jacket to invest in this season, this is an ideal choice as it’ll keep you warm while looking stylish at the same time.
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The Puffer Jacket
A high-quality puffer is a must-have in any wardrobe. The style is rooted in functionality, and the purpose of the puffer is to stay dry and warm in cold and wet conditions like rain and snow. The puffer jacket has seen a resurgence on the runway, with Loewe and Louis Vuitton coming out with bold colours and exaggerated styles.
We’re also seeing celebrities styling puffers as part of an athleisure look, by pairing it with comfy sweats as they’re out running errands. Find fresh ways to style it and it all depends on your personal preference – dress it up by wearing it over knits, and structured pants or make it more casual by wearing it over joggers and a crew neck.
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The Leather Jacket
The leather jacket is such a versatile piece to add to your wardrobe, and in recent years, it has gone through a metamorphosis that resulted in a more feminine, streamlined silhouette that has fewer buckles and focuses more on flattering the body.
London Fashion Week saw brands like Coach and MiuMiu place major focus on their leather collections, experimenting with a range of silhouettes like leather trench coats and puffers too! The leather jacket is a highly versatile piece that can be over knits, shirts and, blouses and paired with jeans, trousers or dresses so the ball is really in your court with this item.
