There has been a definitive temperature drop over the past few days, and the full winter chill is now officially upon us.
My warmest merino tops are being worn on repeat, with cashmere accessories like socks and gloves working hard as cosy finishing touches. In terms of outerwear, I've been eyeing up my full-length puffer coat, but I'm in need of something a little more elevated with the same insulating appeal, so I spent the morning searching for the best affordable scarf coat. I'm pleased to inform you that Zara came through.
The refined appeal of a scarf coat is undeniable, and with a practical twist that integrates a warm accessory, it makes for the perfect blend of form and function. Truthfully, I've been enamoured by the style ever since the start of winter. High-end offerings from Toteme and Joseph have been on my radar, but if you're looking for a more purse-friendly option, you'll definitely want to scroll on.
The brilliance of Zara is that the brand is always aligned with the latest trending designs whilst tapping into the classic pieces that are sure to go the distance, all with an appealing price tag. And this winter, the high-street hero has excelled in highlighting the trending colours of the moment along with party-ready pieces for the festive season and most recently, a highly chic selection of scarf coats.
From shorter lengths to long styles and of-the-moment burgundy shades to classic black, there's a scarf coat to suit everyone at Zara right now. Even those searching for a playful print will be satiated with the brand's latest offerings. So let's get straight into it—below are the best scarf coats at Zara this winter.
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There's plenty to love about this style: a timeless round neckline with a striking scarf addition and sweet front patch pockets to complete the classic appeal.
Capes are rising in popularity as they do every winter, and if you're looking for a very 2025 take, look to a trending burgundy shade with a scarf twist, of course. Truthfully, this went straight into my basket.
Last year, Zara released this coat in simple black, and now it's back for 2024 in a very expensive-looking deep brown shade.
Trust Zara to bring together two key trends of the season—animal print and scarf details. The beige-and-black colour palette will blend easily with your wardrobe whilst still supplying a pop of print to revitalise your foundational pieces. Personally, I love this styling with white jeans and black accessories.
A camel shade and a sleek design for under £75? I have a feeling this will sell out quickly.
There's something about navy that feels so premium, and the high neckline design makes this coat even chicer.
This highly wearable coat is already moving quickly.
I genuinely did a double-take when I saw this coat because it looks so high-end. From the shade to the cut, Zara has outdone itself with this one.
Any time you need an extra layer of warmth with a striking edge, look to this wool-blend cape.
The sweeping cut of this scarf coat is truly sublime.
Whether the scarf is draped around or worn loosely undone, this coat has serious designer appeal.
The draped silhouette of this cape coat immediately caught my eye, and in a timeless grey shade and cosy alpaca-blend fabric, it's a piece you're sure to treasure for years to come.
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