There is no more quintessential wardrobe staple than the camel coat, and from my point of view, nothing more chic. Bombers and puffers will come and go, the will take on checks, cut-outs and contrast sleeves, and faux fur will moult with age, but a good camel coat is forever. Practical, effortless, and endlessly wearable, it’s not hard to see why.
Whether you pair yours with the new season's and a simple , shrug it over a or use it to hide those minimal-effort joggers and tee, you can always rely on a camel cover-up to keep you on the right side of pulled-together. Scale up from your usual size to mimic the nonchalance of an off-duty A-lister, or opt for sharp shoulders and a boxy body to contrast flowing layers beneath. Really, it's high time you added a decent camel coat to your .
To save you the scrolling, I've scoured the rails to ascertain the real stars of the season, identifying the pieces that tick the box when it comes to fit, weight and finishing. Here, see the camel coats I deem worthy of prime position in your wardrobe – both now, and in the years that follow. It may be early in the season, but i'm crowning this the high-street coat of the year.
Versatility ranks high in my list of priorities when it comes to weighty investments, and the detachable base layer here means you can choose between a statement silhouette and a simpler one. Two for one, if you like. Made from 70% wool, Whistles' sharply cut classic is a weighty option that'll see you through countles.