The right women's winter coat depends on how cold your winters get, how you get around and what you wear underneath. For freezing days, look for a coat the supplier lists as thick and lined, ideally with a hood. For city days and the office, a long tailored coat over a warm sweater works well. Choose a size with room for layers, check the length against your height, and pick a color you will wear every day. Below are the main types of winter coats and how to choose between them. Browse them all in our outerwear.
Four questions to ask before you buy
- How cold does it get? For mild winters, a medium-weight coat over a sweater is enough. For snow and freezing wind, choose a thick, lined coat with a hood.
- How long should it be? A hip-length coat is easy to drive and cycle in. A knee-length or longer coat keeps more of you warm when you walk and wait outside.
- What will you wear under it? If you wear chunky knits, check the bust measurement in the size chart and leave room for a sweater.
- Buttons, toggles or a zipper? A zipper and a high collar keep out the wind better. Buttons and toggles are easier to open when you go in and out.
Types of women's winter coats
Long tailored coats
A long coat looks polished over workwear and dresses. The Double-Breasted Longline Coat has a double-breasted button front and comes in eight colors, including black, camel, gray and deep red, sizes S to XXL. It is unlined and medium weight, so wear it over a warm sweater on cold days.
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Sherpa-lined coats
Sherpa is a soft, fleecy fabric that feels cozy against the body. The Cozy Sherpa Lined Toggle Coat with Hood has toggle buttons, a hood and a sherpa lining. The supplier lists it as thick, and it comes in eight colors, sizes S to 5XL.
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Parkas with a faux fur hood
A parka is the classic choice for snow and wind. The Fur Hooded Warm Winter Parka is lined and listed as thick, with a faux fur trimmed hood, buttons and pockets, in khaki, pink, gray, army green, black and burgundy, sizes S to 3XL.
Quilted and puffer coats
Quilted coats are light but warm and easy to layer. The Snap Down Long Sleeve Quilted Winter Coat has a snap front, a hood and a polyester filling, in beige, black and light gray, sizes S to 2XL.
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If you are looking for a puffer, our women's puffer jacket buying guide explains length, warmth and fit, and our guide on how to wash a puffer jacket keeps it looking new. See all styles in our puffer coats.
Fuzzy and faux fur coats
For a softer look, the Fuzzy Button Up Long Sleeve Longline Coat has a textured, fuzzy fabric and a button front, in cream, sizes S to 2XL. It is unlined, so it works best on milder winter days or over a warm layer.
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For evenings and the holiday season, the Faux Fur Open Front Cropped Outerwear is lined and listed as thick, in apricot, blue, purple, red, black and green, sizes S to 2XL. Wear it over a dress or with high-waisted pants.
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Plus size winter coats
Several of our winter coats come in extended sizes. The Zip Up Turtleneck Long Sleeve Winter Coat has a high zip collar, pockets and a ribbed texture. It is lined and listed as thick, in green, orange-red, dark blue and blue, sizes S to 5XL. The sherpa toggle coat above also goes up to 5XL, and the parka to 3XL. More styles are in our plus size collection.
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How to find your size
Every coat in this guide has a size chart on the product page with top length and bust in inches. Lay a coat you already own flat, measure it and compare. If you plan to wear thick sweaters underneath, choose the size where the bust gives you some extra room. Check the top length too: the same coat can hit at the hip on a tall person and mid-thigh on a petite one.
Caring for your winter coat
The coats in this guide can be machine washed cold and tumble dried low, according to their care labels. Close zippers and buttons before washing, and let the coat dry fully before you wear it. Faux fur and sherpa look best when you shake them out and let them air out between wears.
Order in time
Delivery usually takes 9 to 17 business days, so order your winter coat before the first cold week arrives. Free standard shipping on eligible orders over US$60. Returns are accepted within 7 days in the US and 14 days in other countries on eligible items, as described in our Refund policy.