Move Over, Puffers—I Only Have Room for This Classy Coat in My Life

It's no secret that ownership of a classic camel trench coat is practically an unwritten rule amongst Londoners. From early spring through to late autumn, you're bound to encounter at least one or two every time you step outside. But whilst they'll fair a drizzly day with more elegance than a raincoat or a bomber jacket, when you're up against gales and an unrelenting chill, Londoners are forced to retire them in favour of something a little hardier.
Luckily, we've found the perfect replacement. Some may swap between a cosy puffer coat in the winter months and a lightweight trench in the summer, but I prefer to stick out the winter in my all-time favourite coat style by reaching for a wool trench every time. Conveying the same effortlessly cool vibe as its cotton sister, wool trench coats are the cold-wearger solution that will help you master chic London style.
Affirmed as a staple in the capital, high-street and designer brands alike have all stepped up to craft their versions. From classic double-breasted cuts to simple wrap styles and single-breasted fastenings, there's a wool trench coat out there to suit your style.
To shop the new outerwear trend, read on to discover my edit of the best wool trench coats available to buy now.
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Natalie Munro is Who What Wear UK’s news writer and has worked in the fashion industry since she graduated with a degree in Journalism from the University of the Arts London. Natalie’s experience in the industry spans journalistic and styling roles that have seen her work for publications including British Vogue, Conde Nast Traveller, Vogue Ukraine, AnOther Magazine and Elle UK.
With an interest in uncovering the latest fashion trends, Natalie takes a leading role in identifying news for Who What Wear UK. Reporting on a daily basis, Natalie focuses on trends on and off the runway, as well as street style and celebrity fashion. Natalie also creates content for Who What Wear’s social channels including TikTok and Instagram on a weekly basis.
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