Hear Me Out: This Classic Coat Style Is the Key to Looking Elegant in 2024
Brittany Davy
After an autumn of unpredictably warm weather, I have to admit that I'm actually looking forward to the chilly days that winter will bring. And with a festive season of bundling up with chunky cashmere knits, shearling coats and fluffy blankets on the horizon, I'm more than ready to get the cosy season started.
It might still be a bit too early for copious layering, but our Instagram feeds have found us the snug-yet-practical outerwear style that you can comfortably wear from now, looks extremely chic, and will keep you warm on those really chilly days: Maxi coats.
Valeria nails office chic by dressing up her maxi coat with a tailored shirt, wide-leg trousers and a pair of sleek loafers.
Worn by plenty of our favourite fashion people this season, the longline coat trend has subtly been catching eyes since the beginning of autumn, from wool blends to faux fur designs, wrap coats to comfy puffer styles, we’ve seen an assortment of maxi variations to choose from, with a coat to suit every style and occasion.
Spotted recently on well-known faces such as Hailey Bieber and Rochelle Humes, the sleek outerwear style is key to elevating any winter outfit; Add a touch of luxe to wide-leg jeans, a long-sleeved T-shirt and off-duty trainers, or pair it with a midi skirt, relaxed-fit knit and knee-high boots for a chic and put-together look.
For a classic fail-proof option, Ingrid pairs her longline coat with a glossy leather skirt and court heels.
This minimalist trend is one that we can see sticking around, so, if you’re looking to invest in a luxury style to bring out year after year, this might just be your time. We’ve also rooted out some great affordable buys, with price tags under £150, from high street retailers such as H&M, Zara and Mango.
Ilirida places the spotlight on her stunning shearling-trimmed leather number.
Intrigued? Keep scrolling for our edit of the best long maxi coats for winter 2024.
Shop The Best Long Maxi Coats for Winter 2024:
The Best Long Coats Under £150:
I can picture this with so many outfits, from a sweatshirt, leggings and low-top sneakers to a skirt-tights-and-boots combo.
We can't seem to escape waxed canvas jackets at the minute and this one ensures you'll stay warm with its extended length - cosy and trendy.
The Best Long Coats Under £500:
One of our editors recently tried on this exact style and fell in love with it.
We can't talk maxi coats without including some faux fur, especially this one from Free People which I'm adding to my wish list right away.
The Best Long Coats Over £500:
There's just something about camel coats that are so timeless.
Sennen Prickett is a freelance fashion contributor for Who What Wear UK, and has been since 2023. Compiling shopping stories that cover the latest fashion trends and viral sell-out styles, Sennen shares the best on-trend buys for any occasion, season, or everyday living. Whilst studying for her degree in Fashion and Beauty Journalism, she interned as a Lifestyle Writer at HuffPost UK, and acted as a Junior Fashion and Beauty Writer at FROW Magazine.
- Brittany DavyEditorial Assistant
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