The Best Cold-Weather Coats, According to FASHION‘s Editors
Cooler temps create the perfect opportunity to let your outerwear be the fashion moment. Here are our editor-approved picks.
From dreary, grey mornings to sub-zero forecasts for weeks on end, it’s no wonder that getting dressed in the cooler months can often feel like a chore. But your style shouldn’t have to take a backseat just because the cold weather has arrived. In fact, these chilly months can be the perfect excuse to let your outerwear take center stage, transforming a functional essential into a true style statement.
From lighter, tailored classics to warmer, statement-making silhouettes, the right coat can elevate any outfit while keeping you cozy all season long. Whether you’re drawn to sleek leather jackets, waist-cinching windbreakers or warm wool wraps, let FASHION’s editors guide you with a collection of the best cold-weather coats designed to combine style, comfort and seasonal flair.
Deidre Marinelli, Publisher
Alexander McQueen Belt Detail Leather Jacket
“A statement coat makes the outfit, and McQueen is often my go-to for a standout piece. I love the sharp, tailored fit, bold shoulders and iconic belt detail that accentuates the silhouette.”
George Antonopoulos, Senior Creative & Fashion Director
Canada Goose Valor Parka
“Blending utility with an effortlessly cool aesthetic, the unisex Valor Parka from the Snow Goose collection is fall’s ultimate outerwear piece. I especially love it in black, which complements most of my wardrobe.”
Liz Guber, Editor-in-Chief
Etro Paisley Jacquard Double-Breasted Coat
“Paisley is perhaps one of my all-time favourite motifs, and this coat by Italian heritage brand Etro combines boho sensibility with immaculate tailoring details.”
Natalie Michie, Fashion and Features Editor
Uniqlo Unisex Zip-Up Short Jacket
“I fell in love with this slightly cropped barn jacket at a press preview a few months back, and I haven’t been able to stop thinking about it. Its crisp fabric is lightweight yet structured, and its corduroy cuffs and collar give it a cozy autumnal finish.”
Cessi Treñas, Head of Digital and Social
Róhe Oversized Classic Scarf Trench
“After the trench went viral in the spring, I was certain I wouldn’t add another to my wish list—but this one from Róhe is proving me wrong. The detachable scarf is functional and chic—a winning fashion formula.”
Julia McEwen, Senior Beauty Editor
Loewe Drawstring Jacket
“My wardrobe weakness (or perhaps strength) is an unhinged collection of lightweight coats, entirely unsuitable for a Toronto winter. Right now, the one that’s calling out is this fall jacket from Loewe, featuring a drawstring‑adjustable waist and a delightfully puffed hem.”
With files from Stephanie Davoli
This article first appeared in FASHION’s November 2025 issue. Find out more here.
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