Looking for a new addition to your coat wardrobe? Now is the perfect time to pick up a cozy and fashionable topper that will transition beautifully from fall’s brisk but sunny days to winter’s sub-zero temps. From statement shearling jackets to colourful, lightweight puffers and animal-patterned coats, the best outerwear options this season are stylish, versatile and functional.See now, buy now has never looked so good.Wild Things In case you haven’t heard, animal prints are the new neutral (at least this season!). We’re crushing hard on this fierce, tiger-print cotton coat by Nili Lotan, which would look amazing with a turtleneck now and under a long, black puffer coat later.
Nili Lotan Rosalin coat, available at TNT Woman.Check OutClassic, menswear-fabric-inspired patterns are a big trend for fall, and this wool-blend, houndstooth check coat by Ba&sh is one that you’ll wear for years to come. The slightly oversized fit, dropped shoulders and flattering, mid-length cut give it a contemporary, yet still vintage-inspired, look.
Ba&sh Poris coat, available at Ba&sh.It’s A WrapEasier to wear than a cape and more versatile than an oversized scarf, ponchos can be a surprisingly versatile pick. This honeycomb jacquard mohair-and-merino style by Sarah Pacini can be worn on its own, or layered under a Polar Vortex–ready parka for texture and added warmth.
Sarah Pacini honeycomb jacquard poncho, available at Sarah Pacini.Royal TreatmentMeghan Markle has been a fan of Canadian label Sentaler’s wrap coats for years, and just wore her camel-coloured go-to again this month. You, too, will feel like royalty through the seasons in this luxe, fully-lined Suri-alpaca and wool coat.
Sentaler notched collar wrap coat, available at Andrews.Hood RangePlayful and unexpected, this textured hooded jacket by Cop.Copine can be worn now as your outer layer, and later on in the season as a warm, fashionable layering piece. Bonus: both the outside and the interior of the hood are lined in the cozy, faux-fur fabric, so the hood looks great any way that you wear it.
Cop.Copine Unur jacket, available at Cop.Copine.English Channel Shearling might just be one of the top outerwear trends of the year, and this chestnut-coloured car coat by Belstaff offers extra warmth and plenty of personality. The English merino shearling adds texture to any fall look, and can be layered over a down vest or puffer jacket come winter.
Belstaff shearling car coat, available at Belstaff. Pocket ProtectorDuffle coats are a big menswear trend for Fall/Winter 2019, and this sleek wool one by Acne Studios manages to look both cool and tailored-casual. Style it for now with jeans and a t-shirt, and later on with your favourite oversized cable knits.
Acne Studios oversized duffle coat, available at TNT Man.