It’s November, which means your thick tights and cosiest jumpers have emerged from that box under the bed. And while winter weather brings with it a whole host of wardrobe-related challenges, few can’t be solved with the addition of an outstanding coat.A coat is the easiest way to add a stamp of your signature style to an outfit.

They bring sophistication, drama, and (for some, most importantly) warmth. Elevate a simple jeans-and-tee outfit with a statement jacket, or pair a classic tailored option with a skirt and your favourite boots for an evening-out cheat code.Whether it’s floor-length and funnel-neck or colourful and cropped, we’ve hand-selected 47 of the very best women’s coats you can buy this season.The best winter coats for womenThe best funnel-neck coatsWaxed jacket£329 at Barbour£349 at John LewisAdd Rivals energy to your look, even if a pony is still a pipe dream.Wool-blend long coat£200 at Abercrombie & Fitch£200 at AsosTone down the smart tailoring elements by styling with a baseball cap and cross-body bag at the weekend.Taupe belted wool coat£263.20 at Whistles£329 at SelfridgesA subtle alternative to a boring black coat.Belted wool coat£279 at & Other StoriesA tie belt adds structure to an oversized shape.Short down jacket£89.90 at UniqloThe padded stand collar comes into its own when the temperature dips.Duffel jacket£189 at Arket£189 at AsosA boxy silhouette adds an extra modern twist to Paddington’s favourite style.Faux shearling£149 at Nobody’s ChildPatch pockets, drop shoulders and an oat milk colour make this coat look much more expensive than its price tag.Chocolate gingham£110 at Albaray£110 at John LewisLooks good with jeans, looks good with tailoring, what’s not to like?Plum faux-leather jacket£79.99 at AsosA deep burgundy is a little less obvious than a black leather jacket.Olive check£495 at Me+EmThe cocoon shape adds an extra cosy element.The best statement coatsCream faux fur£189 at CosDouble-breasted and double the oomph, this coat has Marilyn Monroe energy in spades.Green oversized coat£535 at Essentiel AntwerpRemember when Nicole Kidman’s Kermit-green coat in The Undoing became a plot point in itself?

This coat is like that coat, but lite – sure to get tongues wagging.Diamond borg£199 at Boden£199 at NextWith a clown-esque harlequin diamond pattern, this borg coat will keep you nice and warm while you run off to the circus.Leopard coat£485 at RixoAs we all know by now, leopard print can be a neutral. But on this coat, it’s definitely not.Deer print faux-fur jacket£75 at NextOne of the lesser-mined animal prints, this faux deer fur adds a plot twist to an otherwise practical, boxy jacket.Floral faux fur£100 at Oliver BonasSophistication and florals don’t always go together, but they do here.

This chocolate faux-fur coat will be just as apt for the pub as the opera.Check cape coat£150 at Sister JaneMade from satin-feel recycled polyester, this bold checked coat with a removable cape is full of whimsy – and good sense.Patti coat£260 at Liberty£260 at Peachy DenOne for the gen Z-ers, this super-shaggy faux-fur coat is perfect with low-waisted jeans – channel the noughties.Pink and blue check coat£270 at John Lewis£270 at NextAn oversized shape like this works well over chunky knits, particularly with a dropped shoulder. Style with your thickest Aran.Wool-blend coat£180 at White Stuff£180 at John LewisMade from recycled polyester and wool, this coat might look a bit like camo print, but it certainly won’t make you blend in.The best tailored coatsScarf coat£398 at Reiss£398 at NextThe desirability of the scarf coat shows no signs of abating.

This chocolate brown, wool-blend one is further proof.Double-breasted coat£149 at John LewisSharp-shouldered and double-breasted, this coat looks like it belongs on Wall Street, but in a good way.Barn jacket£398 at JCrewThe ubiquitous barn jacket isn’t resting on its laurels – in this instance, it’s evolving, with a longer silhouette and a sleeker look.Wool-blend coatskip past newsletter promotionafter newsletter promotion£84.99 at H&MOversized and made from a soft, felted polyester wool blend, this coat might look cosy but it means business.Maxi coat£425 at Jigsaw£425 at John LewisMade from wool, this super-maxi coat is elegant and understated in all but its dramatic length.Double-breasted coat£135 at WeekdayWith its oversized cut and stand collar, this is the perfect coat for keeping the chill out on a cold day.Wrap coat£295 at AligneThere’s an ease to this longline wrap wool-blend coat, but the waist tie will have you looking put together in as long as it takes to do a quick knot.Beige coat with matching scarf£139.99 at ReservedTwo for the price of one: this chic beige coat comes with a matching scarf. The perfect coat for making an understated statement.Dark green coat£94.50 at La RedouteA beautifully simple coat.

The dark forest green will look gorgeously rich paired with other bold colours.The best leather and faux-leather coatsFaux-leather belted coat£139.99 at Mango£140 at NextDid someone call for main-character energy?Faux-leather collared jacket£75 at M&SContrasting collar and ruched waist detailing.Leather bomber£359.25 at AllSaints£359.25 at John LewisA spread collar and oversized zip detailing add a nostalgic nod to indie sleaze.Green car coat£139 at Ro&Zo£139 at John LewisAn upbeat, zesty green will add cheer to dark mornings.Faux-fur collar jacket£79 at River IslandA fuzzy collar adds extra pizzazz to a wardrobe staple.Faux-leather trench£59.99 at Pull & BearA trenchcoat isn’t just for spring. Faux leather adds a tough winter twist.Black bomber£560 at DisshWear with more delicate fabrics such as silk and lace for a delicious contrast.Peacoat£289 at ZaraA nice alternative to a black blazer.

Wear with tailored trousers to the office and jeans to the pub.Tan leather bomber£350 at Next£350 at Mint VelvetThis caramel bomber would look gorgeous styled tonally with mocha and chocolate browns.Cropped jacket£55.99 at Asos£55.99 at BershkaPlay with proportions by styling this cropped number with wide-legged trousers or denim.The best sporty jacketsShowerproof coat£135 at Damson MadderIt might only be showerproof, but what it lacks in keeping rain out, it makes up for in prettiness.Waterproof anorak£149.95 at Passenger Clothing£149.99 at NevisportDesigned to keep you dry using a water repellant that doesn’t rely on “forever chemicals”, this is one to wear and wear.Smock jacket£65 at RapanuiThis smock-style water-resistant jacket with a packable construction is perfect for keeping to hand when showers are threatening.For more, read our roundup of the best waterproof jackets for womenGarden jacket£425 at Niwaki£425 at YMCUrban and utilitarian, this jacket is part of a collection celebrating gardeners, so of course there are pockets with compartments for secateurs.Bomber jacket£49.99 at ZaraSporty Spice, eat your heart out. This is a track top perfect for high-kicking in.Orange windbreaker jacketFrom £150 at Farfetch£155 at SelfridgesPutting the fun in gorpcore, this bright orange anorak is also a practical choice for cyclists hoping to be noticed.Lime jacket£84.99 at Asos£115 at the North FacePerfect for in-between days, this bold, lime-green jacket is both wind-resistant and breathable.Pullover jacket£90.99 at SportsShoesIt’s called Houdini for a reason – this sweet-coloured half-zip pullover is pretty as a peach and packs down small.For more, read Jess Cartner-Morley’s November style essentials and the best boots and shoes for autumn and winter