Not all superheros wear capes; this season, the stylish woman about town does too.
The coat-like cloak is a perennial favourite, offering an elegant alternative to duvet-like puffas and tailored trenches. The beauty of the outerwear is that it’s flattering on all body types and easy to style too, working with minis, skinny jeans, suits and dresses.
While a cape may be ideal for transitional weather in spring and autumn, it can also be one to reach for in winter too. The free flowing drapes allow for layering with separates and knitwear against dwindling temperatures without making you feel bulky.
The high street and designer boutiques are awash with capes right now, making it prime time to buy. We’ve found the most stylish options below to help make your next purchase easier.
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Alberta Ferretti Cape-overlay brushed wool-blend coat
There’s no danger of feeling the cold in Alberta Ferretti’s new season Italian-made wool coat, which features a cape-like overlay across the shoulders, eliminating the need for a scarf. It’s a design of pure luxury, made from 95 per cent virgin wool and 5 per cent cashmere. Dry clean only.
Buy now £2225.00, Selfridges
Ted Baker Megiey cape-style wool-blend pea coat
Channel old-school detective vibes in Ted Baker’s cape coat which marries the style with a boxy peacoat silhouette. The piece finishes on the pelvis, so wear with a fitted skirt or tailored trousers to play with the proportions. The lined black cape has two slip pockets to stash the essentials.
Buy now £175.00, Selfridges
Karen Millen Italian Virgin Wool Military Cape
Karen Millen is a label known for its sharp tailoring with military leanings, particularly when it comes to its outerwear offering. Made with responsibly sourced virgin wool, it features a high neck and buttoned double breasted enclosure. One to reach for on days you need added superpowers.
Buy now £279.20, Karen Millen
West 14th Crosby Cape Soft Black Leather
Bringing some edginess to a classic cape is West 14th, who has meshed the style with a leather biker jacket. Fashioned from buttery soft nappa lambskin leather, it blends the two jacket styles with stunning effect.
Buy now £832.00, Wolf & Badger
Laines London Couture Wool Blend Cape with Embellished Greek Bust
Upgrading a classic black cape with a Grecian bust motif, Laines London’s wool blend cape has that magical quality of being able to transform an outfit. Wear it open with a belt or cloak around yourself using a hook and eye fastening at the top to keep the cold out.
Buy now £349.00, Wolf & Badger
River Island Black Long Sleeve Cape Blazer
Tired of wearing the same old things to the office? Give your work wardrobe an update in this cape blazer from River Island. Available online only, it’s simple to style with existing pieces in your closet, while offering a twist to the same old silhouette.
Buy now £79.00, River Island
Boden Cape Coatigan
The lovechild of a cape and a cardigan, Boden’s navy collared piece is the one to wear when the office thermometer makes your fingers shiver over the keyboard. With a button fastening, it’s also one to keep in rotation as the weather gets warmer. Dry clean only.
Buy now £105.00, Boden
Rick Owens High-neck self-tie wool-blend cape
Little Red Riding Hood brought bang up to the 21st Century, Rick Owens’ orange cape is made with a blend of brushed wool and alpaca hair fibres. The Italian-made design is dry clean only and has self-tie panels around the neck which look best tied into a bow.
Buy now £1560.00, Selfridges
