Coat

Great Brands for Outdoor Apparel

• Next

  A brand that is known for quality fashion garments, Next has a full winter and autumn coat collection for men, women and children. Occupying the middle ground on the high street in terms of price, Next delivers well-made trending coats for people who prefer the designer look but don’t want to pay those prices. In the online catalogue, there is a vast selection of outerwear for men, women and children. For men, the styles include classic British designs such as the Harrington, the raincoat and the reefer jacket.  Women have a similarly large choice, with denim coats, utility jackets and teddy fleeces. Next is perfect for fashion-conscious buyers who want well-made everyday coats.

• Mango

  A clothing brand that offers coats which are very similar to designer styles, Mango is the next best thing if you can’t afford Gucci or Prada. The emphasis is on urban pieces that are distinctly modern in terms of the materials and cuts used. The designs for men, women and children include funnel-neck coats, wool coats and belted trenches. These are made with classic materials including leather and wool, as well as water repellent fabrics. If you enjoy wearing tailored pieces for commuting, shopping and meeting friends, then it may be worth paying extra for the lux appeal of Mango coats.

• Topshop and Topman

  Both these stores are popular with teens, but their outerwear collections are often well-made and popular with older buyers as well. Topman make coats in familiar styles, such as bomber jackets, puffers, suede shackets and parkas.  The women’s collection is also full of familiar favourites with faux leather jackets, oversized denim coats and rain macs. Whilst Topshop and Topman aren’t cheap, you can expect to find reasonable quality garments that will last if treated with care. These aren’t designed for trekking, but if you want to look good on a night out, on the way to work, or running around town on cooler days, there are plenty of cheap coats in these two stores.

• Primark

  A fast-fashion shop with some of the most affordable prices on the high street, Primark is a great destination for cheap coats that are on-trend. Although some items can last for years, the focus at Primark is not on quality or durability. The coats for men and women, as well as children, are made up of transitional pieces and warmer items of outerwear.  To offer garments at rock bottom prices, Primark uses cheap materials and less attention is paid to the tailoring of each coat. However, if you want to stock up on trending styles for autumn and winter, Primark has masses of cheap coats.

• Marks and Spencer

  Marks and Spencer have fashion coats that keep you warm but also look stylish. The brand has a reputation for being popular with the over 55s but has made efforts to appeal to younger buyers with leather biker jackets, pastel pea coats and the kimono coat jacket. The autumn and winter coat collection encompasses outerwear for men, women and children. Most items are made with excellent quality materials including wool, linen and suede. Marks and Spencer's coats are a smart choice if you need a good-looking casual coat for cold conditions, as plenty of attention is paid to the overall style and cut.

• Berghaus

  Berghaus has adventure wear coats for women, men and children. The ideal choice for people who tend to take part in very active pastimes, these coats are made from breathable, lightweight and warm materials to suit whatever you have planned. The Berghaus product range is specialised and perfect for casual walkers or extreme sports enthusiasts, but they are not cheap coats.  Even so, Berghaus is a good place to look if you need outerwear for an adventure holiday or a new hobby. To find out more, you can identify an ideal coat using their questionnaire, or narrow down the options by selection a garment base on weight, breathability, technology and more.

• North Face

  North Face sells versatile coats that can be adapted for different seasons, these are referred to as hybrid jackets. Hybrid jackets are perfect for outdoor lifestyles because the specialised materials use to make them that can adapt to your body temperature effectively. This means you won’t be adding or taking away layers during your activity.  Their other coats and jackets use breathable, insulating and waterproof materials to make wearing them more comfortable. Many are made using FutureLight, a waterproof fabric made from recycled material. A North Face coat is expensive but robust. You might consider one if you are often outdoors and want a reliable coat for the long term.