M&S' Designer-Looking Coat Is an Instant Classic

last updated 4 September 2024

As we call a close to August, many of us are avidly soaking up the last of the summer sun before the new season arrives. And whilst I hope the warm weather continues, I feel it's my duty to interrupt with an autumn update you'll want to hear about. The high street has already primed its stores with new-season wares, and I've spotted an expensive-looking jacket that deserves all your attention. Trust me, I've tried it on.

Woman wears Marks & Spencer Textured Buckle Coat

Florrie wears the M&S Textured Buckle Coat (£75)

For autumn 2024, Marks and Spencer is heading up the seasonal shift, kicking things off with a designer-passing textured coat that I've already added to my basket. As you know, we editors at Who What Wear UK have a particular talent for seeking out gems on the high street that look way more premium than their price tags, and with our experience, we know that these pieces are notorious for selling out quickly, even if the autumn chill is yet to set in.

The jacket was a hit last year when it first released, and I am pleased to announce it is back again, offering one more chance to add it to our wardrobes. The natural beige shade has already sold out, but you can sign up for notifications or restocks or check out the undeniably chic brown version. The coat has a textured outer shell, bringing a cosy finish to a seriously chic design, and you'll find popper closures and brushed-metal flip fastenings to secure the coat against chilly breezes.

The coat's brilliance lies in its versatility; the silhouette is oversized to allow you to layer up with a knit underneath as the temperature steadily drops, but of course, it'll work just as well over a T-shirt on milder days and is also ideal thrown over an evening dress, covering all your outerwear needs for the coming months. If you prefer a more straight silhouette I'd recommend sizing down. Through autumn, winter and the chillier start of spring, you'll reach for it time and time again.

Keep scrolling to shop the M&S Textured Buckle Coat (£75) and explore more expensive-looking coats available on the high street right now.

SHOP THE M&S TEXTURED BUCKLE COAT:

M&S Collection

Textured Buckle Coat

If you prefer a neater fit, I'd recommend sizing down.

M&S Collection

Textured Buckle Coat

It may be sold out, but M&S is known for frequent restocks so sign up for notifications.

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Florrie embarked on her fashion journey while studying French and History at university. Whilst studying in Aix-en-Provence, she began to write her dissertation on the history of fashion and the influence of Haute Couture, and landed her first role at Harper’s Bazaar. Following this, she interned for various publications including Elle, Grazia and Marie Claire before joining the fashion team at Conde Nast Traveller. There, she contributed to international photoshoots, styled pages and covers, and produced engaging digital content.

During a freelance period, Florrie honed her skills in editorial work in various digital and print publications including Vogue Italy and Departures magazine, as well as styling e-commerce photoshoots and personal shopping. Florrie actively pursues an in-depth understanding of fashion and jewellery, and after styling a jewellery cover shoot at Conde Nast Traveller chose to complete the De Beers Diamond Foundation course. Florrie first joined Who What Wear UK as a freelancer before becoming the Commerce Writer, blending both editorial and commercial content. Now, as the Acting Affiliates Editor, she monitors current trends, new-in styles, wardrobe heroes and how best to style them. In her downtime, Florrie can be found in her hometown of London, usually with a coffee in hand.