Now we’re firmly in the depths of winter, it’s time to upgrade your outerwear to a super cosy design that can handle the sub zero degrees that are most certainly heading our way. A style that ticks all of the boxes is the wrap coat.
Thanks to the robe-like structure, you’ll feel bundled up on even the coldest of days, as comfy as you would be swanning around your home in your favourite dressing gown. Typically crafted using a heavyweight wool or an exceptionally soft cashmere, nowadays there are even puffer and quilted options for a lightweight, contemporary alternative that will keep you just as warm, if not warmer.
When investing, don’t be afraid to spend a touch more on a style you’ll wear season after season. Stick to the versatile colours like black, grey, neutrals, navy, or a simple houndstooth or herringbone and timeless silhouettes which are unstructured through the shoulders and relaxed throughout.
The best part? Whatever you wear it with, it’s sure to add a layer of snuggly elegance to any look. From denim to dresses, heels to trainers, even if you’re in a rush, all you need to do is throw it on and tie it up. If you’re unsure, look to wrap coat stans Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen, or perhaps check out any recent autumn/winter show by luxury Italian fashion house Max Mara, an expert in the classic design.
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Raey Oversized belted herringbone wool coat
Designed by MatchesFashion’s in-house brand, Raey, which specialises in elevating classics with expert craftsmanship, this herringbone coat is sure to be of the highest quality. With the dark grey hue, it will work with almost any outfit, and the peak lapels and relaxed silhouette will deliver the off-duty-celeb look at the tie of a belt.
Buy now £895.00, MatchesFashion
Aligne George Slouch Wrap Coat
Slouchy and oversized, sustainable label Aligne’s wrap is the perfect coat to wear over chunky knitwear and denim for a cool, relaxed aesthetic. The extra long silhouette will add a level of drama to your outfit in the most sophisticated way.
Buy now £199.00, Aligne
Arket Quilted Wrap Coat
A responsibly-made quilted wrap, Scandi high street hero Arket’s design is crafted from 100 per cent recycled polyester fibres. It features a hidden snap closure that will keep it in the perfect position regardless of your belt-tying-abilities, practical pockets at the side seams to keep your hands warm, and a contemporary extra large diamond quilted pattern which brings it right into 2023. A winning purchase.
Buy now £159.00, Arket
Joseph Double Face Cashmere Walmer Coat
Does it get any chicer than London-based brand Joseph? From the luxurious fabrics to the expert craftsmanship, all of the label’s pieces are a masterclass in understated elegance. Crafted from a double-faced wool cashmere blend, it’s perfectly warm and ultra smooth, and you’ll never want to take it off. An investment that will last.
Buy now £1195.00, Joseph
Reiss Belted Blindseam Wool Longline Coat
Camel is perennially chic, so Reiss’ Agnes coat will see you through the cold temperatures in style. Cut to a regular fit with an exquisite finish, it’s a more formal option that would work just as easily for the office as it would for a stroll in the park on the weekend.
Buy now £348.00, Reiss
Gant Handstitched Belted Coat
With a roomy fit, welt pockets, high back slit and exaggerated collar, Gant’s cream handstitched coat is beautifully made and is the perfect outer layer for any polished winter whites look.
Buy now £225.00, Gant
Weekday Kia Wool Oversized Coat
Whether you want to wear it with a cinched waist or as a slouchy, relaxed moment, Weekday’s Kia coat offers great versatility. A double breasted, checked design, it’s a boyfriend fit with large lapels that would look great dressed down with a black hoodie.
Buy now £129.00, Weekday
& Other Stories Voluminous Belted Wool Coat
Every woman needs a strong navy coat in their outerwear arsenal, so if it’s something your wardrobe is missing, perhaps & Other Stories voluminous design could fill the gap. A wool blend, it’s a heavyweight structured style that is cut to a traditional silhouette that feels decidedly modern at the same time.
Buy now £205.00, & Other Stories
Max Mara Manuela Camel Hair Wrap Coat
If you’re willing to spend the extra money, why not go for Max Mara? As the most expensive option in the edit, this camel hair coat is a big investment - but you’ll keep it for the rest of your life.
Designed for a regular silhouette, it’s perfectly structured in all of the right places, and has a concealed button fastening that will hold it in just the right position. One to pass down through the generations, this will forever be in fashion.
Buy now £1860.00, Max Mara
