Maxi coats are the best style to invest in right now – here are 13 you’ll want to wear on your winter walk

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Maxi coats are the best style to invest in right now – here are 13 you’ll want to wear on your winter walk

By Harriet Davey

2 years ago

4 min read

Keep warm from neck to ankle with maxi coats that are equal parts cool and cosy. 

Let us tell you a little secret: it’s never too late to invest in a great winter coat. In fact, it’s never too late to snap up any of the best pieces that create the ultimate capsule wardrobe. Of course it’s easy to get sucked in by one of the many trends, but some pieces are best left classic. While the maxi coat is trending, it’s a style that’s proven it has longevity by returning each and every year. Longer than calf-length coats and just above your ankle, this super chic style is the coat we all need this winter and beyond. 

The long-line coat is perfect for popping out in your PJs  or favourite pair of joggers (no one need ever know), and it won’t let in the winter chill, covering you from neck to ankle. With so many iterations to choose between – from belted to teddy and faux shearling – you’re guaranteed to find one to suit your fit, shape and colour preference. 

We’re naming the maxi coat one of most elegant styles around; a totally timeless cut that you’ll wear for seasons to come – you can throw this style over your everyday uniform and it’ll look equally chic for evening, too.  

A word of advice, though: consider your height when purchasing a maxi coat so you don’t end up with a style that will drag on the ground. Pick a colour that will work seamlessly in your wardrobe, then team it with your favourite stomping boots and beanie hat to go on your merry way to your next outdoor winter walk adventure in style. Here are 13 maxi coats we’re championing this year.


& other stories belted coat

& Other Stories belted coat

There’s no doubt about it, wool coats are some of the warmest around and this recycled version at & Other Stories gets our vote. The fuzzy texture in a classic beige hue will never fail to impress.

Shop & Other Stories belted coat, £225

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Cos wool coat

Cos oversized wool coat

Sleek, understated and effortless when worn with any outfit you own, this floor-sweeper coat is pure perfection. Also available in beige, but no matter which colour you choose, it’s bound to stick around in your wardrobe for years to come. 

Shop oversized wool coat at Cos, £270

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Jigsaw coat

Jigsaw maxi city coat

Adding the cherry on the top of every outfit, enter: Jigsaw’s sleek coat. Wear with everything from a knit with tailored trousers and trainers to a midi dress and stompers. It also comes in five other colours, FYI.

Shop Jigsaw maxi city coat, £385

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Monki coat

Monki trench coat

An oversized trench coat will always be a classic. Team this cool leather-look version with your favourite straight leg blue jeans and ankle boots for the perfect smart-casual look. 

Shop Monki trench coat, £94.99

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loulou studio coat

Loulou Studio cashmere blend coat

If there’s one colour that’s key for autumn/winter – aside from red – it’s grey. This pinstripe beauty will work with all your everyday outfits with minimal effort needed. 

Shop Loulou Studio cashmere blend coat Net-a-Porter, £630

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h&m teddy coat

H&M teddy coat

Making the humble trench suitable for cold-weather months, this thicker, warmer style from River Island is a winner. Brightening up even the dullest of days, try wearing this red beauty with a clashing colour cross-body bag. 

Shop H&M teddy coat, £84.99

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Mango coat

Mango long alpaca wool coat

Say hello to the coat of the year: the red coat. It’s the shade du jour and what better way to try it out than with bright, uplifting outerwear. We predict this one will sell out fast. 

Shop Mango long alpaca wool coat, £199.99

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Baum coat

Baum Und Pferdgarten Dea coat

Have you seen this coat on your Instagram scroll? Not in vibrant blue, black, brown and grey, this faux shearling style with oversized fit, collar and cuffs feels so fresh. Get it before it inevitably sells out!

Shop Baum Und Pferdgarten Dory Coat, £389

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m&s coat

M&S wool blend herringbone coat

Brown is the new black, and this slouchy style gets our vote for autumn/winter. It also comes in beige – pick your team and either way it’ll end up going with so many of your favourite outfits. 

Shop M&S wool blend herringbone coat, £179

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Whistles coat

Whistles Gabriella wool check coat

How do you make a winter coat even cosier? Make sure it has a button-up collar, of course. This chin-ankle style with its high collar and large check will work wonders with a pair of leather trousers and chunky trainers. 

Shop Gabriella wool check coat at Whistles, £349

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H&m coat

H&M long coat

The nearest thing you will get to your dressing gown, this classic tan coat is the perfect companion to your athleisure wear. Style with your favourite leggings and hoodie to nail your new everyday look.

Shop long coat at H&M, £49.99

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Max Mara coat

Max Mara 101801 Icon Coat

If classic winter colours aren’t for you, inject some colour into your winter wardrobe with this soft sky-blue style from Max Mara. Wear with an embroidered cardigan and bring all the spring feels to your winter wardrobe. 

Shop 101801 Icon Coat at Max Mara, £1360

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Rotate Birger Christensen coat

Remain Birger Christensen Rose bouclé coat

Pastels aren’t just reserved for spring – just take a look at this bouclé beauty in a mint sorbet shade. We’re imaging it for now over tan wide-leg trousers and a cream knit and with a slip dress once the weather finally warms up. 

Shop Remain Birger Christensen Rose bouclé coat at net-a-porter, £410

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