Brave the elements in the best coats of the season
November Coat Feature
Vintage glam
Plush fabrics like mohair look best in loose shapes with minimal detailing. This luxurious cloth has a sophisticated feel that we can’t get enough of.
Coat, $975, By Malene Birger. Dress, $695, Dennis Merrotto.
Menswear inspired
Looking for extra warmth? Try a double-breasted coat on for size. Toss it over all your favourite winter pieces and finish with supple suede boots.
Good sport
Pair a preppy peacoat with everything from skirts to leggings. Give this wardrobe staple an update with bold colour
Coat, $149, Joe Fresh. Top, $179, Lord & Taylor. Skirt, $162, ASOS. Boots, $290, Geox.
Swing time
No need to hibernate when you look this put together. Soft grey tones are right on trend, and the drapey silhouette is playful and a little bit flirty.
Coat, $238, ASOS. Skirt, $210, Nougat London. Boots, $750, Stuart Weitzman. Scarf, $175, Line Knitwear.
Cozy classic
Talk about an investment piece. A camel coat has been the choice of elegant women for decades. Wear it with leather and suede accessories in rich dark tones for an uptown look that never goes out of style.
Coat, $289, Jones New York. Top, $535, Max Mara, 416-928-1884.
Get the Makup look
Long Last soft Matte Lipstick in Matte Suede, $19, Clinique. 8 hr waterproof Kohl eyeliner in Black, $8, Joe Fresh. Eyeshadow in Golden Bronze, $5, Joe Fresh.
Bold & tailored
A simple topper looks right on trend with eye-catching treatments like graphic colour blocking.
Coat, $345, Ecru. Turtleneck, $179, Lord & Taylor. Pants, $110, Banana Republic. Striped Top, $39, Joe Fresh. Boots, $80, Gap.
Wild thing
Fuzzy, fake and fabulous — add a bit of red-carpet glamour to your wardrobe in faux fur.
Coat, $170, Mexx. Pants, $109, Jones New York. Top, $98, French Connection.
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