I know it sounds redundant to say that these coat trends are virtually immune to trends, but let me explain. When I say trends, what I really mean are the specific coat styles that have stood withstood years of trend cycles and will continue to do so. I grew up in the Mid-west where our harsh winters were no joke and I still own the first investment coat I ever bought in high school to this day, so I can personally attest to the fact that coats are one of those items you really will own for years. All the more reason to go for one that you’ll still think is stylish in 10 years.
Ahead, I’ve nailed down six outerwear styles that I firmly believe are immune to trends and therefore would recommend to anyone. Since you’re probably here to find out which classic coats are timeless and indeed trend-proof, just keep scrolling to discover why I think they’re classics and then to shop my favorites for each category.
Trench coats have been around since their inception in the mid-1800s and have earned a spot in the closets of stylish women from all over. If that’s not the definition of trend-proof then I don’t know what is. For transitional weather, the lightweight topper comes especially in handy.
The O.G. trench coat in all its glory.
Ankle-length trench coats are becoming increasingly popular and with their sleek look it’s not hard to see why.
The voluminous sleeves add such a pretty element to this.
A camel coat is truly the perfect winter item, and that’s a fact. There’s something undeniably chic and sophisticated about one and the best part is that while there certainly are investment-worthy camel coats like the below Totême one, even the versions on the affordable end still have that polished look.
Meet the camel coat to end all camel coats.
I like that this gives you the option to cinch up the waist or wear it as a boxier coat.
Blazer-inspired coats will always look polished.
I hardly need to explain this one since I think it speaks for itself, but if I must then I’d just say that leather moto jackets are the ultimate cool-girl outerwear pick and speaking from experience, one of those items you’ll have in your closet for years.
Our senior market editor Bobby can’t speak more highly of this Mackage coat.
If Levi’s is making it, then you know it has to be good.
There’s a reason this one always sells out.
If you live in a cold-weather climate, you’re well-acquainted with puffer coats but I’m merely here to reinforce that the practical toppers are as stylish a pick as they are practical, thanks to all the cool colors and prints designers are reimagining them in. Of course, you can’t go wrong with classic black, either.
The puffer that celebs and fashion people adore comes in a zillion colors.
I never knew a denim puffer jacket existed but I’m so glad I do now.
Can’t go wrong with black.
Maybe I’m late to the game, but I just recently learned that this style is called a car coat because historically it was designed to keep people as warm as possible while driving (this was pre-heated cars) but the modern-day versions could also be described as blazer-inspired wool coats that are classic and polished.
I’ll take this whole outfit idea, thanks.
Mango is my hidden source for coats and jackets since they always have something a wallet-friendly versions of what I’m looking for.
Go ahead and re-create the above outfit with this classic overcoat.
TBH, I was hesitant to add this one in since shearling skews trendy, but each year different iterations on fuzzy textured coats bubble up which tells me that the style is actually in it for the long haul.
I’ve recently got into manifestations, and will now be manifesting this dream jacket into my wardrobe.
The leather detailing here is just *chef’s kiss*
You already know this looks good with jeans so that’s half the battle, right?
