How to find the perfect coat for this winter?

Long coats, the must-have of the season

There are the very classic and fitted coats, which cross the years without taking a wrinkle and there are the coats that sail according to the trends and bring the final touch to an outfit. The ideal is to give an androgynous effect, the oversized side often represents the fashion detail not to be neglected.

• If you want your coat to be warm, choose a woolen coat to keep the cold at bay
• For a real oversized effect, make sure you choose the right length: below the knee or just above the ankle. Beware of the in-between that may unbalance the silhouette, unless you are very tall
• Regarding color, you have two options: on the one hand the classic black, navy blue and gray to take no chances, on the other hand the more sparkling shades to play more daringly. But beware, it is advisable to play sober in the rest of the outfit when you wear a colored coat. The coat must remain the strong piece of your silhouette
• The coat we'll be snatching up this season? The large coat with two (or three) buttons, which suits any style
• When it comes to the collar, it's best if it's loose. This also gives you the opportunity to add a delicate silk scarf or a beautiful wool scarf to finish the silhouette while protecting your neck.
• Another trendy coat this winter: the belted coat. With a deceptively wise spirit, this coat is accompanied by a belt that marks the waist to create more structure on the silhouette and balance the volumes.

The barn jacket

The barn jacket is making a remarkable comeback on the fashion scene, and for good reason: this utilitarian coat is the perfect embodiment of the workwear spirit revisited with casual elegance.

Inspired by the clothing worn by workers and hunters, it embodies a rustic, ultra-desirable elegance, perfect for this winter. Available in deep, natural shades (navy, brown, olive), it's part of a refined outdoor trend that's never been so popular.

With its straight cut and raw look, the barn jacket adapts to every occasion: pair it with straight jeans and boots for an authentic look, or opt for a short skirt and a pair of boots for a resolutely on-trend look. In short, the barn jacket is this season's must-have.

The down jacket, perfect to face the cold

We thought it was reserved for the far north or our college years, yet the down jacket is making a comeback this year in the women's wardrobe. Perfect to stay warm even when temperatures are negative, this type of coat is the perfect ally for icy winters. The down jacket is very trendy this winter and even has the luxury to invite itself in all our daily outfits.

• As for the coat, the length of the down jacket is essential. It can be worn long or short but also very wide or very tight, it all depends on your style
• Keep a particular attention on the volume, at the risk of disappearing under your coat. It is important to choose a down jacket according to your morphology, it is a piece that tends to add volume especially for women
• In terms of material, we find these types of coats in multiple versions: leather, glazed material, recycled fabric ... There is something for everyone
• Also pay attention to the lining and padding. Check that both are made of a warm fabric: fleece, wool, down, goose feather... The more you select insulating fabrics, the warmer your down jacket will be.
• As for color, the possibilities are endless. Be careful with colors which will be difficult to wear on an icy material.

The coat with integrated scarf

The coat with integrated scarf is this winter's must-have 2-in-1 model. Perfect for keeping you warm all season long, it envelops you in softness right up to the neck. The model to adopt without hesitation? The short one with embroidered lapels! Its Stockholm-inspired design is sure to win us over. Already seen last year, the scarf coat is definitely back for another season.

The woolly skin or the coat with a bohemian spirit

Looking for a more original piece than a traditional coat or down jacket? Why not turn to a woolen skin to accompany you this season? Not only will it bring you warmth, but it will also give your silhouette a bohemian style that you will appreciate.

• The woolly skin can be worn either short or long. For a really oversized effect, don't hesitate to look for your happiness in the men's department
• This jacket generally lasts over time because leather and wool are particularly resistant if well maintained. So don't hesitate to invest in a nice piece
• There are many models of woolen skin, from the most classic to the most worked. If you want to keep your jacket as long as possible, it is best to bet on models that are timeless and of high quality. They will cross the modes and the years without encumbers.
• For the color, the camel is obviously a timeless. But, there are all kinds of wool skins colors. Let yourself be carried away by your audacity. The more you choose a woolen skin with an assumed fashion signature, the better the effect will be
• Attention to maintenance: the skin is a material that requires attention. It is necessary to waterproof the coat at the beginning of each season and let it dry perfectly if you wear it in rainy weather.

Our advice? Choose the "bomber" model. This winter, it's heating up fashion with its bold, retro look. Inspired by aviator jackets, this piece has become a true fashion statement.

In the 80s, the bomber jacket became a defining symbol of rock and grunge culture, reflecting a desire for freedom and a refusal of convention. Now reinterpreted by the major fashion houses, it retains its timeless appeal and continues to seduce fashion enthusiasts.

The parka, coat to face the rainy days

If classic coats don't inspire you, the parka is the ideal coat to accompany you in your daily life and this, from the beginning of the fall-winter season. If initially this piece was exclusively masculine, the border between the sexes has, little by little, erased itself and the parka has made its way to the woman's wardrobe. Ideal in case of bad weather, it is a windbreaker that will keep you warm and dry this winter.

• The lining is undoubtedly the strong point of this coat, it is designed to really protect from the cold. Choose a warm and insulating lining
• The patch pockets, signature of the model, must absolutely be present on your parka
• Regarding the material of the parka, it must be insulating but also water repellent to avoid waterlogging on rainy days. The collar or the hood can be, at your choice, provided with fur or fake fur
• At colors, if parkas are now available in many colors, classic colors such as brown, khaki or camel are preferred
• Make sure that your parka is equipped with a hood, an essential element for this type of coat
• As for the length, the parka must be sufficiently covering to bring an optimal insulation. Prefer long models to protect you from the wind and the cold

The suede trench coat

Breaking news: the trench coat is back with a vengeance, but this season it's unveiled in suede for even more charm. This model is the perfect embodiment of casual chic, with a retro touch reminiscent of seventies icons.

For a timeless look, pair it with flare jeans and a pair of leather boots, or opt for a midi skirt and loafers for a more urban look.

The suede trench coat is back with a vengeance and could well become the centerpiece of our winter wardrobes, ready to dethrone all other coats in our quest for iconic style.