Brave the elements in the best coats of the season

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.

Super-hero

There’s nothing like a cape to add drama to any wardrobe. Our advice: Keep it casual and dress it down with slim pants and high boots.

Coat, $199, 424 Fifth. Top, $148, Gap. Boots, $290, Geox. Pants, $10, Joe Fresh.

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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