Time to dig out the woolly jumpers and sturdy boots as the weather turns chilly.
But to look stylish despite the need to bundle up, complete your look with one of the High Street’s coolest winter coats.
To help, we’ve picked the best in each of five key trends with one standout coat worth splurging on – and one (remarkably similar) budget-friendly stunner.
THE CLASSIC TRENCH
Left: £45, primark.com Right: £355, jigsaw-online.com Dress, £238, rails.com; jumper, £38, and bag, £36, next.co.uk; boots, £245, bobbies.com
First up, the classic taupe trench. Jigsaw’s has cool factor, thanks to its oversized cut and has a water-resistant finish. At £355, it’s an investment. For a trench under £50, look to Primark’s Edit coat, at £45.
THE FAUX LEATHER TRENCH
Left: £239, karenmillen.com Right: £89.99, reserved.com Dress, £155, jigsaw-online.com; jumper, £175, meandem.com; boots, £110, next.co.uk; bag, £45, mango.com
Nothing beats buttery soft leather and this season it’s all about rich, berry hues. Karen Millen’s elegant burgundy coat is faux leather, but you’d never know. And Polish-brand Reserved has a double-breasted classic for less than £100.
THE LEOPARD COAT
A statement leopard coat is a bolder look. Massimo Dutti’s is made from cosy wool and costs £369 but online retailer Very has a flattering wrap design for £80.
THE BORG DUFFLE
Left: £49.50, F+F at Tesco Right: £325, wyselondon.co.uk Cardigan, £27.50, top £29.50, and skirt, £39,50 marksandspencer.com; boots £295, duoboots.com; bag, £219, radley.co.uk
If, like me, you’re a fan of Toteme’s shearling jacket but wince at its price tag of £2,160, Wyse London’s faux shearling Carina jacket is £325. But F&F at Tesco have a budget style for only £49.40.
THE TAILORED PINSTRIPE
Left: £74.99, newlook.com Right: £195, frenchconnection.com Waistcoat, £25.99, and trousers, £29.99, reserved.com; shoes, £39.99, zara.com; bag, £35, M&S
Finally, stripes are a timeless investment. French Connection has a single- breasted pinstripe coat, £195, or opt for New Look’s at £74.99. It’s bound to be popular, so be quick.