15 Best Topcoats to Make Every Outfit Look Heaps Cooler

Cole Haan has given us quality footwear at hard-to-beat prices since what feels like time immemorial. And though it hasn’t been offering apparel for quite as long, its standards stay true across all categories. If there’s one thing I love, it’s reliability, and across footwear, outerwear, and more, this brand’s got it—try this warm, timeless coat if you don’t believe me. The piece features a cozy cashmere-blend fabric and leather-bound button holes and pocket trim for a more elevated look.

If you’re going to get a versatile cashmere-and-wool coat anywhere, let it be Uniqlo. It knows outerwear like few retailers do, and unlike at many other places, its prices are almost ridiculously good for how durable and high-quality its pieces are.

If I could wear a coat year-round, this would be the one. Its simple look makes it endlessly easy to style. and it’s soft as hell, too. Meet a timeless, basic camel overcoat that you’ll wear for years to come and probably miss during warmer months.

When you’re in a pinch, Adam Baker has an easy, effortlessly stylish solution. This is a long-line, single-breasted look that won’t cost you too much for all the times you’ll certainly wear it.

J.Crew’s timelessly handsome Rivington coat is a best-seller for a reason. The double-breasted design is not only refined, but also practical, offering up some space for layering hoodies or bulky sweaters underneath. With a peak lapel and flap pockets, it’s easy to look good with this guy on your side.

For a double-breasted wool topcoat that’s easy on your wallet, though, Quince has you covered. It’s amazing that this pick is under 200 bucks, given how good it is; there are five pockets throughout, along with a vented back for breathability and mobility, adjustable cuffs, and a clean, classic silhouette.

Brooks Brothers keeps it classy, as always, and functional, too. This chic topcoat is crafted from top-notch wool woven by Loro Piana, with Storm System tech that repels wind and rain—a rare, but very useful feature. It’s breathable and stylish, too, with plenty of flap pockets to keep your belongings safe.

For sleek, suave style under $100, Dockers is the way to go. Gray pairs with just about everything, and who doesn’t love a single-breasted, two-button design?

From underwear to outerwear, Calvin Klein’s basics are pretty damn unbeatable. This is the brand I turn to for unending style, timeless designs, and a whole lot of comfort, too. With a minimalist design, this drop-shoulder topcoat has a contemporary hidden-button design that makes any fall fit that much cooler.

Buck Mason takes a classic topcoat and makes it even better. With four front pockets, a relaxed fit, and a heavyweight, fully lined design, this coat is warm and stylish, so you don’t have to choose between chicness and comfort. Our editors love how easy this is to layer under, and how versatile it is to style, too; everything from suits to sweatpants are made all the more stylish.

Not only does this cashmere topcoat look good, but it is good, being crafted from purely recycled cashmere. I’m a major Todd Snyder fan for everything but especially outerwear; during a season of cold, wet, dreary weather, this tailored piece will keep its clean, pristine look, so even when you feel like a mess during your morning commute, you won’t look it.

If you’re ready to invest in a staple black topcoat that’s as timeless as it is well-made, look no further. Saint Laurent has a minimalist style that’ll never be out of fashion, with a mid-weight single-breasted design.

This topcoat isn’t only sleek, stylish, and timeless, but it’s also ridiculously warm, thanks to its suede trim and shearling lining. With a classic herringbone design and chic silhouette, this is an investment piece you’ll wear for many winters to come.

Inspired by military coats, Balmain has an absolute showstopper of a winter staple. This look is warm and cozy, with an insulated design and stand collar to keep the chill out, and clearly it’s damn stylish, too—peep the double-breasted look with silver-toned buttons.