Flattering Winter Coats (for Every Budget) That Boast Serious Main Character Energy

More than likely, you're still in the process of breaking in your newly acquired fall jacket. Especially if you're in one of the areas where it sometimes still feels like summer. Or at least spring. Be that as it may, it's already time to start thinking about your next outerwear purchase. Now that October is a wrap, you need to begin shopping stylish winter coats to find your perfect match.

While autumn jackets can be lightweight, their winter cousins are another story. Coats need to be hefty enough to keep out the cold, the wind and all that snow. Some think that translates to bulky silhouettes. That's not necessarily the case, however. There are plenty of options out there that are sleek and super chic.

We're breaking down the top contenders into several categories. Faux fur and teddy coats, scarf-attached creations, cool puffers, chevron and plaid picks, toggle toppers, shearling-lined numbers and statement wool stunners. When it comes to colors, everything goes. Obviously, there are plenty of neutrals to choose from. Neutral doesn't mean boring, though. See Stand Studio's patchwork take, BLANKNYC's textured sweater jacket, & Other Stories' funnel-neck entry and Dries Van Noten's coat with exaggerated shoulders.

If you really want to pop, you can't go wrong with Banana Republic's fiery red double-faced scarf coat. Mango also has a striking scarf creation in a rich maroon hue. Or sport The Frankie Shop's long dark plum double-breasted style if you're looking for a real head-turner.

Keep reading to discover the best winter coats of the upcoming season. We made sure to include selections at a variety of price points so everyone can welcome winter in style.

Stand Studio Off-White Hilma Faux-Fur Coat, $675 at SSENSE

Mango Wool Coat With Detachable Scarf, $399.99 at Mango

Zara Double Sided Short Jacket in Mink, $109 at Zara

Bottega Veneta Chevron Wool and Mohair-Blend Bouclé Coat, $4,700 at Mytheresa

Pilcro Plaid Sherpa Shacket, $168 at Anthropologie

Brandon Maxwell Everett Coated Wool-Blend Jacket, $2,295 at Net-a-Porter

Zara Faux Fur Animal Print Coat ZW Collection, $259 at Zara

Mango Combined Coat With Hood, $139.99 at Mango

J.Crew Collection Toggle Coat in Italian Wool-Blend Melton, $698 at J.Crew

The Frankie Shop Gaia Double Breasted Coat in Dark Plum, $495 at The Frankie Shop

BLANKNYC Short List Sweater Jacket, $198 at Anthropologie

Ganni Faux Fur Coat, $750 at Mytheresa

Banana Republic Oversized Double-Faced Scarf Coat in Red Sunset, $320 at Banana Republic

& Other Stories Funnel-Collar Wool Coat in Grey Melange, $379 at & Other Stories

Mango Shearling-Lined Coat, $229.99 at Mango

Zara 100% Wool Wide Lapel Coat, $169 at Zara

COS Leather-Trimmed Wool Scarf Coat in Beige, $450 at COS

By Anthropologie Checked Long Coat, $278 at Anthropologie

Mango Coat With Fur-Effect Lapels, $229.99 at Mango

Dries Van Noten Double-Breasted Wool Coat, $1,820 at Net-a-Porter

Mango Wool-Blend Micro-Houndstooth Coat, $349.99 at Mango

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