Winter Fashion
Jan 5, 2023

30 Winter Coats That Understood the Chic-But-Affordable Assignment

by Emily Dawes

When it comes to adding new items to our wardrobe, none go through the same level of scrutiny that we put coats through. We want them to be versatile, look good, feel good and elevate whatever we choose to wear underneath. That's a lot. Throw adhering to a budget into the mix, and it might sound like you're setting yourself up for failure—that it would be impossible to find a coat that ticks all of these boxes. Thankfully, I've always liked a challenge.

Call it stubbornness or overconfidence, but I was sure I could find at last a handful of coats that fit the above brief—and, when I put my mind to it, I found 24 of them, which I've outlined for you below. My edit features coats that understood the assignment. Chic without being bank account–busting, every coat you see before you comes in at £250 and under. Of course, I can't ascertain or assume what you see as being “affordable”—that term means very different things to different people—but I did make a conscious effort to include coats at every price point; further proof that you needn't spend a fortune to get your hands on some exemplary outerwear.

Warehouse Italian Wool Blend Oversized Double Breasted Coat

Italian Wool Blend Oversized Double Breasted Coat

~~£189~~ £112

This oversized number has proven popular with the style set.

Zara Double-Faced Short Jacet

Double-Faced Short Jacet

TikTok's favourite cult jacket.

Arket Oversized Wool Coat

Oversized Wool Coat

I think this is my favourite high street coat this season.

Arket Oversized Down Coat

Oversized Down Coat

A great puffer is an essential.

H&M Double-Breasted Trenchcoat

Double-Breasted Trenchcoat

This new-in trench won't hang around for long.

COS Regular-Fit Twill Trench Coat

Regular-Fit Twill Trench Coat

A premium trench will get so much wear.

H&M Single-Breasted Coat

Single-Breasted Coat

A classic black coat for such an affordable price.

Zara Wool Blend Belted Coat

Wool Blend Belted Coat

I imagine this would look so polished paired with knee high boots.

Weekday Alex Wool Blend Coat

Alex Wool Blend Coat

I love the manliness of this shape.

Zara Double-Faced Reversible Coat

Double-Faced Reversible Coat

This looks so much more expensive than it is.

Mango Belt Handmade Coat

Belt Handmade Coat

A camel coat is a forever capsule wardrobe classic.

Mango Double-Breasted Wool Coat

Double-Breasted Wool Coat

We know so many celebs who have (and love) this Mango coat.

H&M Oversized Puffer Down Jacket

Oversized Puffer Down Jacket

A puffer coat that won't drown you.

Monki Black Classic Double-Breasted Coat

Black Classic Double-Breasted Coat

For those looking for a timeless classic.

Boden Belted Textured Wool Maxi Coat

Belted Textured Wool Maxi Coat

I've seen this so much on Instagram recently and I love it every single time.

Albaray Wool Blend Mac

Albaray is a lesser-known British brand that does outerwear particularly well.

Free People Lana Coat

The fleeciness of this makes it extra cosy.

& Other Stories Relaxed Alpaca Blend Coat

& Other Stories

Relaxed Alpaca Blend Coat

One of & Other Stories' best-selling coats of the season.

H&M+ Tie-Belt Coat

This works just as well over tracksuits as it does your workwear wardrobe.

Arket Wool Blend Wrap Coat

Wool Blend Wrap Coat

The wrap detail on the neck feels so premium.