The funny thing about this story is that up until I moved to New York from my native Los Angeles seven years ago, I don't think I actually owned a coat. Jackets, yes (ranging from light to less light), but somehow I got by for most of my life without a single piece of outerwear suited for real fall and winter weather. But, oh, how things have changed…
Now, I'm practically a collector of coats—99% of which are black. From everyday styles to evening-ready pieces, ranging from ultra-classic to on-trend and affordable to expensive, I've seen and bought them all. I wear one every single day for five months out of the year, so it's safe to say that I know a thing or two about the category. Have I sold you on my expertise yet? Great, let's dive in. Below you'll find the best black coats of the season, according to me. From H&M to The Row, I've got something for every budget and style, so you can rest assured there's no need to look anywhere else. Keep scrolling to see what made the cut.
Coffee runs will never be the same.
It's just so good.
This is a forever-buy you'll never get sick of.
Everyone needs a good tie-belt coat.
If only you knew the chokehold this coat has on me.
If you trust Nordstrom reviews, then this is a must.
The chicness is unparalleled.
I know this doesn't really count as a coat, but I saw it on TikTok and was so obsessed I just had to share.
You'll wear this for years.
It's impossible not to look cool in this.
I own this coat and have told all my friends to buy it.
Sometimes you just want cozy vibes.
The HB stands for Hailey Bieber, and that's all it took to sell me on it.
You can throw this over anything and look cute.
Major mob-wife vibes.
Get it before it's gone.
You love their linen, now it's time to love their wool.
The collar and cuffs come off, giving you multiple jacket styles in one.
You know I'm copying this whole outfit.
Iconic for a reason.
Every chic New Yorker has a leather trench in their closet.
Perfect for layering with ease.
Sometimes you just need to go full puff.
I love this length because you can wear it day or night.
One of those pieces people will stop you on the streets to ask about.
Basically, if J.Crew makes it, I want it.
This Toteme coat will go down in history.
When the coat is the outfit.
Rainy days will be no match for you.
It's so unique yet so wearable.
For instant polish.
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