Think black coats are boring? Think again. A warm winter coat in black acts as an anchor for your outfit, whatever you're wearing; whether it's off-setting your outfit du jour or a practical piece to bundle you up against the elements.
Come loungewear, partywear, office wear or activewear, you won't go wrong by pairing your look with the staple of all staples. Here's our pick of black women's winter coats from the high street to serve you some seriously good looks.
Best black puffa coat
Drawstring Puffa Black Coat, £139.99, H&M
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This simple but stylish puffa coat has the added benefit of a drawstring waist and shawl collar to elevate an everyday staple. It'll look as cool over your joggers and chunky trainers as it would a cute chuck-on dress and heeled boots.
Best black wool coat
Black wool coat, £210, Boden
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For something smarter, a wool coat will stand you in good stead – we love the classic fit of this design.
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Best black teddy coat
Black teddy coat, £195, Ugg
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A textured coat is a fun alternative to a wool finish, and a teddy coat is the most jolly of them all. Made from the softest sherpa with fleece lined pockets, this longer version will keep you warm from top to bottom.
Best black parka
Black parka coat, £290, The North Face
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Parkas have been tarred with the casual brush, but there are some ultra-cool options that are smart enough to wear to the office too – like this The North Face coat.
Best black leather jacket
Leather black coat, £119.99, Mango
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You cannot beat a classic black leather jacket for all weathers and occasions - and Mango's is the ideal mix of timeless but trendy too.
Best black quilted coat
Phase Eight quilted black coat, £85, John Lewis
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The quilted coat is the puffer coat's lighter, breezier sister. Phase Eight's quilted jacket can be dressed up or down, and has a subtle polka dot design.
Best black belted coat
Belted black coat, £95, River Island
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A belted black coat is perfect for cinching in the waist, whatever you’re wearing underneath. Go for this River Island version for a super chic, wear time and time again look.
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Best black faux fur coat
Sosander faux fur black coat, £154, Marks & Spencer
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Upping the glam factor with a black faux fur coat is what we all need this winter. We’re so here for this Sosander coat.
Best black military coat
Military black coat, £152, Karen Millen
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Kate Middleton and Holly Willoughby LOVE a military style coat, and we can see why - they're smart, structured and stylish. Try this version for a nod to the look.
Best black designer coat
Toteme draped fringed wool coat, £690, NET-A-PORTER
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This Toteme coat is so popular, it sells out as soon as it hits the shelves - snap one up before it's gone.
Best black aviator coat
Aviator black coat, £199, Whistles
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Although technically a jacket, an aviator is one of the warmest around, thanks to its layers of leather and lined with faux fur or borg.
Best black coat under £30
Black coat, £21.99, New Look
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This affordable coat ticks all the boxes and more - it's a classic buy that'll see you through the season and beyond.
Best black running coat
Running black coat, £72, Sweaty Betty
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If you've taken up running (good for you!) then you'll need a warm yet not stuffy jacket for those chilly winter runs. This jacket is lightweight yet padded, so you won't overheat nor freeze.
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