6 New Coats to Keep You Cozy

There’s a reason these puffy pieces keep popping up year after year (um, they’re the warmest ever). But this season’s down jackets won’t make you look like a Day-Glo marshmallow. Sleeker, longer silhouettes hit at mid-thigh rather than at high hip and stylish accents abound--think faux-fur trim, shearling-lined hoods and funnel-neck collars. We can’t imagine a more functional topper.

Get the look: French Connection ($159)

Like a pea coat (minus the hassle of all those pesky buttons), the wrap coat falls somewhere between a classic trench and a comfy robe. It boasts the same dressed-up functionality as an overcoat, but this silhouette is decidedly more modern, thanks to an oversized shawl collar and a cinch-able tie waist that creates a soft, feminine shape. Cashmere doesn’t hurt, either. 

Get the look: Diane von Furstenberg ($628)

Faux fur has come a long way, and this season’s shaggy batch proves it. Opt for a cropped style in a rich color (either muted or jewel tone), and layer with skinny denim and understated accessories. 

Get the look: Kristen Blake ($138)

No longer reserved for urban cowgirls (or the après-ski set in Aspen), shearling is now just as likely to be seen gracing the frames of the world’s most fashionable. Embrace the trend with a moto-inspired silhouette, which feels fresh and edgy over skinny jeans and a chunky knit.

Get the look: MICHAEL Michael Kors ($228)

The secret is in the silhouette, which is boxier in the shoulders and straight through the waist and hips. Look for Don Draper-approved tweeds and pinstripes, or make a major statement with oversized plaid.

Get the look: T Tahari ($198)

Not to be overlooked, sporty parkas and anoraks have always had their place in our closet. This throw-it-on-and-go staple adds instant adventure to weekend wear. Look for utilitarian accents like cargo pockets, roll-tab sleeves and hideaway hoods.

Get the look: Barbour ($475)