After nearly fourteen years of living in New York City, I have amassed quite the collection of coats. Coats are my favorite way to make a statement with my outfits during November through at least March when we experience winter weather in the Northeast. I believe they are the best investment for a finishing touch on your outfits for the months moving forward. 

So, as such, today I have fully updated my roundup of the best winter coats for women to add variety to your wardrobe but also ensure you have a winter coat for every occasion. I own coats from a variety of retailers at a variety of price points – from Toteme to Zara – and I’m breaking down style, sizes, fabric and fit in the post. 

I think the right coat with the right outfit is the best way to look put together and stylish instead of looking frumpy or just wearing any old coat to top an outfit in Fall and Winter.

So, building out a wardrobe of timeless and practical coats will make winter a bit more enjoyable and getting dressed during the cold months that much easier.

When shopping for coats I personally look for things like versatility (can I wear it several ways? will I get a lot of use out of it?), comfort (always key when I am buying pieces), warmth and of course practicality. I want my coats to be well made and be able to really work for me.

That’s why I’ve culled together a list of what I think are the best Winter coats for women to own in their wardrobes. I hope you’ll find this post a helpful resource as you build out your own coat closet no matter what types of Winter weather you may endure where you live.

Best Winter Coats for Women

Classic Overcoat

A timeless style that will never be dated – the overcoat. This is a personal favorite style of coat for me in the Winter as it can be dressed up or dressed down thanks to its timeless and classic wool. Mine above is from Everlane in 2019. Here is a similar style from Mango.

For a more feminine touch, try one with a faux fur collar or add a detachable one atop a favorite style you already own.

This style from Madewell is very similar. Wearing a M.

The Long Streamlined Coat

I love a long almost to the ground coat as I think it just looks so chic – either dressed up or dressed down. This Toteme coat was a big splurge but is now my most worn coat that I own.

The weight and fabric of this coat is unmatched. Size down. I have the size 34.

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Zara has a similar looking one but of course the fabric and construction will be different.

This style by J.Crew (wearing a size 6 but it runs a bit big FYI) I’ve owned for several years but the fabric is much thinner and less high quality than that of the Toteme one.

Mango has a similar style for less.

The Scarf Coat

Or, consider a long coat with a built-in scarf for a modern take. I also like the look of this one from J.Crew.

This one has a detachable scarf which gives it a bit more versatility.

The Shall Coat

The oversized collar on this Toteme signature coat drapes beautifully and elevates every outfit. It runs quite big – I am wearing a size XS. It comes in a variety of colors and is so gorgeous over my favorite cashmere knits. I get loads of wear out of it. 

For a cropped version, this style looks chic.

The Lighter-Weight Winter Jacket

If you live in a climate that never gets too, too cold – a classic car coat like this Sezane Johnson Coat is perfect for you. It has a nice weight to it but doesn’t provide too much warmth.

I wear a coat of this shorter length most of Fall and on warmer days in the Winter. It has such a stylish fit ensuring it’ll never go out of style. I size up in Sezane coats and am wearing this in US 8 / FR40.

The Blazer Coat

A blazer but make it a coat! This Sezane James Coat always gets wear in the Fall months for me. I love the exaggerated lapel, the extra length on it and the weight of the material.

It is such a chic silhouette and a bit more stylish than a traditional peacoat in my opinion. It would be a great Winter coat for those of you in warmer climates as well.

Wearing size 6. Additional colors/patterns available. This J.Crew coat is similar and I have it in a size small:

The Wrap Coat

A wrap coat in a beautiful, high quality fabric like cashmere should be in every woman’s wardrobe. The above wrap coat is from Sezane and I own it in two colors in a size 6. It looks great belted or worn open as styled above. 

It’s sold out now but I assume they will bring it back within the winter season.

The Tailored Oversized Wrap Coat

This silhouette is a favorite of mine. And this & Other Stories Coat is so good I own it in three colors. Hands down my most worn coat of winter. I particularly like the exaggerated lapels on it.

I sized down to a size Small which still retains the oversized fit and feel without overwhelming my frame.

Mango has a variety of similar styles.

The Wool Cuffed Coat

I love not only the chocolate brown color of this coat but also the oversized cuffs on it! A chic and on-trend style that won’t soon fade. Mine is from Me + Em last year and I’m wearing a US 6. 

Their coats are pricey but so beautifully made. Mango has similar styles for a lot less expensive though.

The Cropped Oversized Coat

One of my most worn coats once a chill hits the air. I love this oversized Leo Coat from Sezane for an instant cool girl factor to pretty much any outfit. It also looks really chic paired with my favorite athleisure looks and gets a lot of wear that way, too.

Related: The Best Sezane Essentials

The Shawl Coat

Perfectly slouchy, perfectly drapey and so easy to throw on and look instantly more pulled together- the shawl coat is where it is at. My favorite of the moment is this Double Face gorgeously tailored Eileen Fisher Coat. I sized down to a S.

The Sporty Jacket

I wear and layer a lightweight puffer jacket throughout Fall and Winter. I love the Vuori Canyon Insulated Jacket in particular as it is the perfect topper for any look in Fall or Winter. This jacket is insulated and made from recycled fabrics so it helps protect you from the elements. I absolutely love the fit on it particularly. I’m wearing a M.

For an investment option with a water-repellent shell, check out this Lululemon puffer jacket. Or this one from Abercrombie I got this season and have been really happy with (I have the size M).

This year Varley has a lot of great outerwear, too.

The Quilted Coat

If you live in a climate where it never really gets that cold – a quilted liner coat is kind of the perfect piece for you. I wear mine in the Fall but because my Amazon one from a few years ago is reversible the sherpa side is also ideal for Winter for warmer climates. 

I also have this Toteme one which has chic built-in cuffs and a cool, off-duty fit to it. I sized down to a S. Version with a collar here.

I also love the look of the similar Everlane Quilted Liner Coat.

The Plaid Coat

If you’re like me and have a wardrobe largely made up of neutrals, a plaid coat is such a great topper. I particularly love it in a more timeless silhouette that hits below the knee like the Abercrombie “Dad Coat” I am wearing above in a size Medium. 

I typically find a lot of great plaid coats at Zara each season, too and I like this one Mango has this season.

The Reversible Coat

We love a two for one piece don’t we? This reversible coat is half suede, half shearling and comes in a variety of colors. I’m wearing a M.

This one by Mango is chic.

The White Coat

Ok, obviously not the most practical choice of coat but there’s something I love about a white coat in winter – particularly with holiday looks.

This one is gorgeous and very Amanda Woods coded!

The Practical Puffer Coat

And of course I had to include a practical puffer coat. This is the insulated coat I pull out on the coldest days when nothing else will do and it has always helped me when I needed to stay warm. I am wearing the Everlane Re:New Parka that’s equal parts sporty and stylish and keeps me warm even in frigid temperatures. I’ve owned it for several years – here is the current version.

This coat is comprised of 100% recycled down insulation (instead of synthetic insulation) so it really does help with body heat and I love that it doesn’t add loads of weight to your frame like many other puffer coats. Rather it looks streamlined over any outfit. It also features a water-resistant finish, a snorkel hood, fleece-lined hand pockets to keep your hands warm, and internal sleeve cuffs.

It’s a great puffer coat and perfect for cold weather while also being a far better price point to a Canada Goose coat. Wearing a size Medium. 

If you prefer more of a sleeping bag type style for extra warmth against cold air, check the widget below where I’ve curated additional styles. 

The Faux Fur Coat

The perfect evening topper for fancier looks and holiday outfits, the faux fur cropped jacket. 

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I have a few places I always look for coats at. They include & Other Stories, Ann Taylor, H&M, Bash Paris, Mango,  Everlane, Abercrombie, Sezane, Zara, J.Crew, Madewell and Toteme.

Do you have a favorite style?!

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