PUT DOWN THE PUFFER! YOU NEED THIS COAT IN YOUR LIFE

Bella Hadid is just one of the latest It-girls to sport the trend.

Whether you’re one for keeping it simple or fancy diving into the ornate jacket trend, we’ve selected a few of our favourite jackets to get you started. Our only advice? Don’t wait around – these are already filling up wishlists.

There is always something to be said for getting the original right. And this Cotton On coat is a rather convincing argument for the traditional longline Afghan. Khaki, generously proportioned and finished with that all-important faux-fur trim – it has the sort of vintage appeal that usually requires a degree of charity-shop perseverance. Happily, none of that is required here. Wear yours with denim and loafers for an effortless lesson in nonchalant winter dressing.

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01: Topshop Ember low rise relaxed straight jean in mid blue, £46
02: Cotton On 90s v neck ¾ sleeve in white, £15
03: Cotton On Abbey coat in khaki, £95
04: Pull&Bear Gathered loafers in black, £32.99

Not every great coat needs to graze the ankle. Azalea Wang is known for its faux-fur statements, and this deep espresso jacket makes a compelling case for cropped iterations. The plush trim falls on the fluffier side of this list, creating a glamorous 70s quality that conjures images of rock stars in high-end hotel lobbies. Lean into the aesthetic with wide leg trousers and a heeled boot – a look that’ll take you seamlessly from day to night.

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01: ASOS DESIGN tailored belted wide leg trousers with pleat detail in black, £35
02: Mango faux leather pointed heeled ankle boot in black patent, £49.99
03: Azalea Wang Maelle faux fur trim short coat in espresso, £110

For a trend with such cosy connotations, the Afghan coat has a surprisingly rebellious streak. A faux-leather finish contrasts the softness of the lining and transforms this traditionally relaxed silhouette into something with edge. We love this choice for a formal night-out, paired with tights and sharp heels. Finish with statement earrings and a drawstring pouch bag if you’re heading to a winter wedding, birthday or even a special date.

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01: Azalea Wang Firestring sporty pointed heels with laces in black and cream, £50
02: Calzedonia Essential 20 denier sheer tights in black, £7.99
03: ASOS DESIGN fluffy sleeveless funnel mini dress in ivory, £32
04: Urbancode faux shearling maxi penny lane coat in black, £125

Those reaching for an Afghan coat are not the kind of people to do things by halves, so why stop at the jacket? This croc-effect trench takes the traditional silhouette somewhere more textural, bringing just enough eccentricity to your winter wardrobe without scaring off the locals. Wear it with an otherwise pared-back black outfit like a sleek tailored set and heels. If your go-to office looks are lacking a little lustre this festive season, why not get your coat to do the heavy lifting?

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01: Reclaimed Vintage faux croc look trench coat with faux fur collar, £79.99
02: Tolu Coker x Topshop tailored trouser in taupe, £70
03: ASOS DESIGN Prism stiletto high heeled mules in snake and lime, £32

For the sartorial traditionalists among us, there's a way into the trend that doesn't involve abandoning everything you know about a good coat. This ASOS DESIGN coat takes the familiar architecture of classic tailoring and gives it an indulgent winter update. It's the sort of coat that makes even the most mundane excursion feel special. We’d let the clean lines lift our usual jeans and knitwear combo – but this also works as an evening layer if you’re headed somewhere more high-brow.

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01: ASOS DESIGN wool blend dad coat with faux fur collar in chocolate, £100
02: & Other Stories cropped long sleeve v neck knit sweater in black, £57
03: COLLUSION X001 antifit mid rise jean in mid blue marble, £32.99