Coats by Temperature: Your Complete Guide to Dressing for Unpredictable Weather
By
Caitlan Moneta
Date May 2, 2019
Windy sun showers one day, muggy heat the next—one thing’s clear: Mother Nature has no master plan. This spring’s wild mood swings have made checking the weather app seem pointless, with subzero temperatures morphing into summer by lunch and back again for dinnertime. With the heavy shearlings, wools and parkas (finally!) pushed to the back of the closet, what’s left to wear?
While we can’t predict weather patterns, a quick survey of the fashion department’s coat rack lends cues to looking cute in the season’s fickle, flip flopping forecast. A trench coat is key, as are leather, denim, army and sport jackets. We’ve searched to bring you the jackets that will work overtime no matter what the mercury says (Hitting the hills for a hike? No problem. Braving the pouring rain? Piece of cake. Mid-afternoon ice cream break? We’ve got you covered.) Here’s our edit of the best coats for unpredictable weather.
Coats for Unpredictable Weather
A creamsicle-coloured sleeveless vest works double duty as the new suit and sleek outerwear. Wear it with a turtleneck or a tee depending on the temperature.
Zara Long Waistcoat ($129, zara.com)
Coats for Unpredictable Weather
A detachable ostrich feather trim makes this denim jacket every fashion lover’s dream.
Burberry Denim Jacket with Ostrich Feathers ($3,295, burberry.com)
Coats for Unpredictable Weather
Everyone needs a raincoat in their arsenal. This water-resistant version with a zip-off hood is cut from cotton, making it less sticky than the plasticier versions.
J. Crew Swing Trench Coat ($177, jcrew.com)
Coats for Unpredictable Weather
Craving a classic Inspector Gadget trench? Button the Gap’s double-breasted style when it gets chilly then tie the belt back when the mercury starts to climb.
Gap Classic Trench ($138, gapcanada.ca)
Coats for Unpredictable Weather
If your weekend plans include anything outdoorsy (hiking, biking, or even early morning dog walking), this bright bomber weighs less than half a pound making it the perfect pack-away layer.
Canada Goose Hybridge Lite Jacket ($495, canada-goose.com)
Coats for Unpredictable Weather
Summer suede is such a big trend that Mackage’s motorcycle jacket will continue to be in high rotation well into the warmer weather.
Mackage Flori Cobalt Suede Moto Jacket ($690, mackage.com)
Coats for Unpredictable Weather
Borrow the styling tricks from the runway and pair this colourful fluffy chubby with a micro mini skirt.
ASOS Faux Fur Cape in Festival Rainbow Print ($138, asos.com)
Coats for Unpredictable Weather
The bold print on this windbreaker lets you transition from spin class to brunch without looking like a gym rat.
Women’s Adidas Stellasport Windbreaker ($120, adidas.ca)
Coats for Unpredictable Weather
Multiple drawstrings allow you to style this anorak differently each time. Cinch it over jeans now and a light-as-air floral dress later.
LOFT Cotton Linen Anorak ($162, loft.com)
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Windy sun showers one day, muggy heat the next---one thing’s clear: Mother Nature has no master plan. This spring’s wild mood swings have made checking the weather app seem pointless, with subzero temperatures morphing into summer by lunch and back again for dinnertime. With the heavy shearlings, wools and parkas (finally!) pushed to the back of the closet, what’s left to wear?
While we can’t predict weather patterns, a quick survey of the fashion department’s coat rack lends cues to looking cute in the season’s fickle, flip flopping forecast. A trench coat is key, as are leather, denim, army and sport jackets. We’ve searched to bring you the jackets that will work overtime no matter what the mercury says (Hitting the hills for a hike? No problem. Braving the pouring rain? Piece of cake. Mid-afternoon ice cream break? We’ve got you covered.) Here’s our edit of the best coats for unpredictable weather.
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