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There’s an argument that you need a bespoke coat less than a bespoke jacket. It never looks too dressed up and out of place, and yet it’s an absolute joy to commission and wear. It’s so dramatic, yet classic so functional, yet indulgent. The double-breasted overcoat might be my favourite piece of menswear.

Brown or grey wool/tweed for something more casual, that could stretch to smart too.

Navy wool or cashmere for something formal, whether office or evening.

We’re not including anything short – whether suede blouson or horsehide leather – and nothing that reaches into warmer months. As with our previous article in this series – on bags – five coats might seem like a lot, but actually chances are many readers already have that in their wardrobe, if they account for smart and casual coats, for warmth and for rain.Īnd given the number of questions I’ve had about buying a coat this winter, clearly readers are looking to see what they should add, upgrade or replace in order to have a small but high-quality collection.īelow are the five categories I’d suggest, followed by one or two particular recommendations in each.

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