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Focussing on quality over quantity is a style principle every man should abide by. Hence, investing in a good coat to brave winter in style is a must. Here’s a guide to make the right choice.

Whether you are slamming the door on Autumn or embracing the frosty season, or cursing its very existence as you handle indoors, there’s no denying that winter is a season that demands particular attention when it comes to dressing. With this in mind, we’ve broken down some of the must-have coats in your wardrobe.

A coat is a staple in any man’s wardrobe. We have brought you a vast array of options from the classic leather jacket to the quilted topcoat.

Duffle Coat

The colder months are on the horizon. For the style-conscious individual, duffle coats bring an otherwise plain outfit to life. For a formal and informal get-up, this cornerstone of practicality and style works brilliantly for both men and women. For the dudes, the black duffle is the most versatile of them all; it’s likely to pair well with almost all of your outfits. An all-black look is always a winner and a pretty effortless style to go for.

Double-Breasted Coat

The double-breasted overcoat goes in and out of style and is a nice choice for wearing to a conservative workplace or more formal events. This is your serious business option when you need to make a strong impression. Especially in dark plain fabric, this coat is very versatile. It should be worn buttoned and closed.

Trench Coat

Though the trenchcoat was originally designed to keep military officers against rain and wind, nowadays it is worn to give a more ‘refined’ look. Longer, more streamlined coats like trench coats give off a more elegant look, and choosing them in neutral, subdued colors keeps them easy to blend in and complement a range of formal and smart casual outfits.Trench coats, now are popularly worn with an oversized fit, so this is something you need to consider.

Leather Jacket

The leather jacket is a real menswear staple. Nothing adds more masculinity to an outfit than a decent leather jacket.Going for a biker jacket with distressing zips and different fastenings could look like you’re trying it too hard, so go for one with minimal detailing. With the leather jacket, it’s all about looking cool effortlessly. So treat it as an investment as a good leather jacket will give you years of wears.

Field Jacket

Every guy should have a well-made, sturdy and hearty field jacket. This is definitely the hardest jacket to pull off as getting it wrong can leave you looking like a fisherman rather than a stylish man.With a vast array of colors and fabrications to choose from it may be daunting at first, but keeping it classic by avoiding brighter colors and more modern fabrications will simplify your choice.

So, there we have it, 5 coats every man should know.