As the temperatures dip, you’re likely digging your coats out of storage and seeing if they’re still up to the task of getting you through the winter. These days, we need our outerwear to do a lot. The weather has become increasingly erratic, with temperatures bouncing up and down without much warning.

We need our coats to provide warmth, but also stay ventilated, so we don’t overheat. But we also need our coats to work across many occasions. Many of us are back at the office, at least a few days a week.

We’re traveling more than we have in a long time. We want outer layers that will take us from the office to dinner, holiday parties, and walks on the weekend. To come up with this year’s list of best coats, we’ve scoured the market to find the most versatile coats on the market.

We’ve tested each of them to make they’re up to the task of keeping you looking polished, and staying warm, throughout the colder months. Here are our picks. | Packable Duvet-Like Comfort Lunya Quilted Silk Comforter Coat, $498 Is there anything more luxurious than a jacket made of silk? The sleepwear brand Lunya, which is known for its high-end sleep and loungewear, has developed its very first coat.

It’s inspired by a comforter, with a quilted fabric that is filled with recycled polyester insulation. This is the perfect coat for someone who travels, particularly on long flights, allowing you to stay cosy while you try to catch a nap on the plane. But when you arrive at your destina.