30 Fall Coats That Are So Chic the Rest of Your Outfit Won't Even Matter
When it comes to dressing for the cold-weather season, investing in a high-quality coat is essential. Regardless of your personal style, dedicating time to finding the perfect jacket will always pay off. A well-made coat offers longevity and durability and provides exceptional value for the price. Moreover, if you opt for a stunning, eye-catching design, it can effortlessly elevate your entire look, making it the focal point of your outfit.
Investing in outerwear is a significant decision that requires careful consideration. It's important to take the time to research different brands, materials, and styles to ensure that you find the perfect outerwear piece that meets your needs and reflects your personal style. Considering factors such as the insulation type, waterproofing, breathability, and the presence of adjustable features like hoods and cuffs is crucial for choosing the right outerwear. Additionally, its compatibility with layering for added warmth and its packability for travel are important factors to consider. Furthermore, understanding the brand's warranty, return policy, and after-sales service is essential to ensure long-term satisfaction with your investment. It's a decision that shouldn't be rushed, and patience is key in finding the right style that will serve you well for years.
So if you're ready to start your journey of shopping for a designer coat for this season or want to end your search, you've come to the right place. I spoke to some in-the-know fashion friends and did my own research to pull together the top investment-worthy outerwear from brands like Saint Laurent, Toteme, Nour Hammour, and more. Keep scrolling to shop the top 30 finds that will take you from fall to winter in style. And if you still need help deciding which style to invest in or have any fashion shopping questions, feel free to ask Who What Wear's new Intelligent Shopping Assistant, ISA, who is here to support you in making the best choice for your forever wardrobe.
I can confirm that the once "dated" suede jacket is firmly back on the agenda.
The Ukrainian brand has done it again. This unique coat is subtle yet statement-making.
There's something about ivory suede that breathes a sense of fresh air into fall fashion.
Who What Wear's senior editor Anna LaPlaca pointed out this coat, and I haven't stopped thinking about it since.
I want to wear this in the fall with baggy jeans and then in the winter for a holiday party with shorts and sheer tights.
Victoria Beckham knows a thing or two about simple and stylish cuts.
This leather trench will enhance your wardrobe not only this year but for many years to come. Plus, it comes in burgundy, too.
Toteme's viral scarf coat is now available in a long length, which is even chicer and cozier.
With this jacket on, anything you wear underneath will look like a million bucks.
The structured shape, felt fabric, circular pockets, and concealed buttons create the coolest blazer we've seen in ages.
Hailey Bieber is a fan of this sophisticated leather jacket.
This suede composition and shearling-lined moment is too good not to get in on.
This jacket will make even the simplest of outfits look elevated.
If Alexa Chung's name is on something, I'm buying it.
Hailey Bieber and Kate Moss can't stop wearing leopard-print coats this season.
I've never seen a chicer puffer jacket. The funnel-neck design is so sophisticated and on-trend.
This hero jacket will take your cold-weather wardrobe to the next level.
This is the perfect jacket to throw on when you need an extra layer for a night out.
Last but not least, another scarf-adorned jacket because I can't get enough of them.
Nikki Chwatt is an associate fashion editor based in New York City. She joined Who What Wear in 2024 after writing fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content for WWD, Well+Good, Editorialist, and more. With a passion for personal style and the creativity that comes with it, one of Chwatt's goals is to help others understand that there is no such thing as a “good” or “bad” style; it’s just about putting an outfit together that makes you feel confident in yourself. When she's not writing, you can find her taking a Pilates class, reading a powerful romance novel, or exploring a new wellness spot in Manhattan.
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