There are few more vital additions to an autumn/winter wardrobe than outerwear, and the best winter coats are those that not only keep out the cold weather but look good, too. From cosy down-filled puffer jackets to waterproof coats and this season’s most coveted design – the barn jacket – these are the styles our editors are wearing in the city and the countryside this season. If you’re headed to the slopes and one of the best ski resorts in Europe , a more specific curation of the best ski jackets might be what you need, or if you’re flying with hand luggage only, why not consider our edit of the best packable puffer jackets .
This article has been updated with new information since its original publish date. Additional reporting by Sarah Leigh Bannerman. If keeping warm is your MO, or you’re heading to a wintery city for one of the best Christmas markets in Europe then a puffer jacket is the obvious coat of choice.
Our favourites this season come in autumnal chocolate brown and khaki green hues and feature practical additions like elasticated drawstrings at the waist or hem that can be secured or left loose depending on style preference and outside temperatures. Brands like Panagaia are guaranteed to deliver, but Uniqlo’s offering makes a comeback every autumn/winter for a reason - it’s affordable, and it lives up to its chill-defying promise. When choosing a coat with a hood, fabrics, shapes and style options are ample.
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