Your everyday winter coat has to serve a variety of functions — it has to look good, even when the rest of your outfit doesn't; it has to keep you warm (like, actually warm, and not in a "cute-but-still-chilly" kind of way); and it has to last, ideally, for more than one season.
If you're willing to splurge on an investment piece, we get it: A reliable topper is one of the only clothing items that's actually worth shelling out hundreds of dollars on. But, on the other hand, there's also room for stylish options that will check off all of the above boxes, without requiring an entire paycheck in return. These are on-trend, decently warm, and often cost less than $200, which means you don't have to feel like it's a lifetime commitment.
Fortunately, this season's fast-fashion outerwear looks as expensive as those lifers — with the key word being looks. Click on to shop 20 affordable and stylish finds before winter hits. With these, you'll no doubt get your money's worth.
H&M Faux Fur Coat, $129, available at H&M.
& Other Stories Kimono Coat, $275, available at & Other Stories.
Miss Selfridge Blush Faux Fur Collar Coat, $104, available at Miss Selfridge.
Forever21 Hooded Parka Jacket, $49.90, available at Forever21.
Uniqlo Women Carine Wool Blended Long Jacket, $129.90, available at Unqlo.
Front Row Shop Black Off The Shoulder Down Coat, $120, available at Front Row Shop.
Pixie Market Houndstooth Midi Coat, $295, available at Pixie Market.
Zara Coat, $189, available at Zara.
ASOS Coat in Soft Texture with Belt, $143, available at ASOS.
StyleNanda Text Patch Soft Coat, $244, available at StyleNanda.
Mango Check Wool Blend Coat, $199.99, available at Mango.
ChicNova Padded Baseball Coat, $36.10, available at ChicNova.
Nasty Gal Soho Oversized Coat, $218, available at Nasty Gal.
River Island Pink Check Duster Coat, $230, available at River Island.
Loeil Arya Coat, $316, available at Loeil.
Primark Fur Collar Coat, $40, available at Primark.
Hollister Textured Down Parka, $200, available at Hollister.
Missguided Faux Fur Bomber Jacket, $76.50, available at Missguided.
Topshop Longline Slouch Coat, $150, available at Topshop.
Boohoo Lexi Wool Look Tailored Coat, $52, available at Boohoo.
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