I love a new winter coat, and I've noticed the shops are starting to bring their winter coat 2024 styles in. This year, I've already started my search for a long winter coat. I've spotted my favourite influencers wearing theirs already, layering a longline wool coat over tulle skirts, minis and palazzo jeans, with belted long coats being one of the most popular - with its waist cinching powers, I can see why.
- The classic long coat: H&M Tie-Belt Coat
- The on-trend long coat: John Lewis Scarf Long Coat
- The double-breasted one: Mango Handmade Oversized Wool Coat
- The padded long coat: New Look Longline Puffer Coat
- The checked one: M&S Long Check Coat
The best long coat though, the one which earns its keep, is a classically structured, minimalist long coat. Think wool blend, in navy, black or cream for the most classic of styles, but don't sleep on pinstripe, suede or boucle designs either.
How to style a long winter coat
This will be my go-to for the school run, elevating my standard leggings, sweatshirt and sneaker ensemble - there's something innately chic about clashing the smart with the casual, with a long coat skimming your ankles. Case in point: influencers Juliana and Cocobeautea showing us how its done.
The length of a longline coat should be below the knee, and my motto is the longer the better; maxi coats are elegant but not always as practical, so a safe bet is to find one that sits on the shin and above the ankle.
© InstagramHow I chose the best long winter coats for women
- New-in: These coats are all box fresh into the retailer, picked from the new in sections.
- Style: All coats featured are below the knee; I'd recommend checking if the coat you like from the edit comes in petite or tall, if you're on the shorter or taller side.
- Material: My personal preference is a long wool coat, but I've included other materials including suede, shearling and boucle.
- Price: Coats can be pricey, but I've included price points to suit most budgets, starting from £50 to £300.
Shop the best long coats for women
1/11
John Lewis Scarf Coat
- Colours available: Camel and Black
- Scarf attached
- Tumble dry only
Be still my beating heart, because John Lewis has nailed the scarf coat trend with its long winter coat, complete with attached scarf.
The length is mid-calf, sitting below the knee, and available in black and camel. It's made from a polyester-wool blend, so it'll be warm and cosy especially with scarf design element.
2/11
Mango Handmade Oversized Wool Coat
- Colours available: Black, Chocolate, Medium Brown
- Sizes: XXS-XXL
- Double-breasted
- Wool-blend
If you're looking for a longline coat in classic black, you won't find better than this one from Mango.
Cut with a cool oversized fit and drop shoulder seams, the double-breasted style is also tailored, so it's smart enough for more formal occasions.
It's a wool-blend, and sits below the knee.
3/11
M&S Checked Longline Wool Trench Coat
- Colours available: Beige check
- Sizes: 6 -24
- Regular fit
- Wool-polyester blend
If you're a trench coat fan, this M&S checked coat is for you - its a wool incarnation of a classic trench, complete with belt, sharp lapel and pockets.
The heritage check pattern elevates this coat for me, making it contemporary but effortlessly classic.
4/11
Lydia Millen x Sinead Keary The Jessica Longline Coat
- Colours available: Cream, Black
- Sizes: 6 - 20
- 100% wool
- Double-breasted
From the Lydia Millen x Sinead Keary The Label Capsule Edit comes this luxurious longline coat made from 100% premium wool.
The structured silhouette lends itself to a sophisticated finish, but there's still enough space to layer your favourite winter knits underneath. It features a double-breasted design with satin-covered buttons, finished with two practical front flap pockets.
5/11
New Look Hooded Longline Puffer Coat
- Colours available: Black
- Sizes: 4 - 16
- Hooded
- Midweight padding
Longer length coats don't have to be in wool - padded long coats are perfect to buy now and stash till the depths of winter, like this New Look version.
You'll stay ridiculously cosy in this, with the midweight padding from top to toe. This is a petite coat, and is designed to be long but if you're taller and want one a little shorter, try this for you too.
6/11
H&M Tie-Belt Long Coat
- Colours available: White, Black and Brown
- Sizes: 4 - 22
- Wide, detachable belt
For affordability, this H&M long coat comes up trumps. Its a classic v-neck, belted coat in a wool-blend, and sits below the knee.
From reading reviews, shoppers suggest sizing up on this coat, as it comes a little small.
It's available in three colours too, but its the white that looks incredible to me.
7/11
Boohoo Maxi Wool Coat
- Colours available: Khaki and Black
- Sizes: 8 - 16
- Oversized fit
Oversized and maxi, Boohoo's wool coat would be a staple buy for those less chilly winter days - its on the lighter side, and a great one for layering.
The length is long, so be sure to check measurements if you're not a tall girly.
8/11
Na-kd Stitch Details Waist Shape Coat
- Colours available: Black-grey mix
- Sizes: EU32 - 44
- Lightly padded shoulders
- Single button closure
From the slightly padded shoulders to the thick, contrasting stitching detailing, this wool coat ticks all the boxes for being stylish, unique but practical too.
It has a single button closure, side seam pockets and a cool-girl oversized fit.
9/11
River Island Roll Sleeve Longline Coat
- Colours available: Light brown
- Sizes: 6 - 18
- Single breasted
- Collared
A classic one-breasted coat will be a failsafe buy, and River Island's hit the money with their winter coat.
It has a luxe-look, despite the lower price tag, and features button fastening and deep v-collar.
The rolled sleeves give it an oversized feel, which is an easy way to make your look more contemporary.
Shout to the mushroom-brown colour too, its ideal for those of us who want the cream vibe without choosing white or beige.
10/11
Sosandar Long Burgundy Coat
- Colours available: Burgundy
- Sizes: 6 - 20
- Wool mix
- Single-breasted fit
I couldn't compile a best winter coat edit without including one in the colour of the season, burgundy, and Sosandar's classic single-breasted wool-mix coat is a fine example.
11/11
Karen Millen Faux Shearling Collar & Cuff Belted Midi Coat
- Colours available: Black, camel and ivory
- Sizes: 6 - 16
- Made from thick, faux shearling
- Belted
Karen Millen's faux shearling coat is giving Cameron Diaz in The Holiday vibes and I'm so here for it.
Easily amps up the luxe factor of any outfit, with its wide collar, shearling detailing and cuffs.
The length is described as midi, but errs on the maxi side, especially if you're shorter!
