The Best Styles, According to Runways
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Winter gets a lot of flak. It’s cold, the sun sets early, and if you live somewhere that experiences snow—it can be difficult to get around. But, it’s time to reframe the way we think about the season. Winter is actually about fashion. Outfit options are limitless! You can play around with rich colors, bold textures, and most importantly, layers. The right coat can make winter wonderful instead of just bearable.
To us at StyleCaster, coats are the ultimate styling hack. A statement coat is all you need—especially if you’re having a lazy day. Take athleisure, for example. If you’re wearing a leggings and sneakers, just throw on a plush leopard print coat or a trench, and you’re suddenly chicer than ever. However, finding the right coat to invest in can be a tall order. Each new season, brings new trends, and if you’re like us, you might have found yourself looking at your closet recently and contemplating a major refresh in the outerwear department.
If you don’t know where to start, keep reading. We’ve put together a list of the best coat trends for 2025 to keep you looking your best on the coldest days until spring comes. Given just how many styles are on the market right now, it’s tricky to know which are actually worth spending our money on. Of course there are timeless looks that come around year after year, but if you’re looking for something to bundle up in that will keep you warm without sacrificing style, look no further.
Pulled directly from the runway, here are the best coat trends for 2025.
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Puffer
Image Credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight “Puffer coats have gone from practical to posh. The outerwear piece offers warmth and a cool edge. You can pair puffers with everything from athleisure to denim—but also formal wear. Yes, you read that right. Think a little black dress with lug-sole boots and a shiny bubble coat. So good, right? Puffers have taken over the industry. In addition to brands like The North Face, Alo, and Moncler—we’re seeing puffers from legacy labels like Balenciaga and Miu Miu.” —Tara Larson, Contributing Writer
J. McLaughlin Hayes Puffer Jacket
Abercrombie & Fitch Ultra Puffer
Akira Liquid Metal Wrap Puffer
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Classic
Image Credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight “When in doubt, stick to the classics. I’m talking a peacoat or a timeless wool design. Something that will fall gracefully on your figure and will complement any outfit. Labels like Max Mara, Ermanno Scervino, and Gucci (as seen in the split image above) presented reimagined versions of classic silhouettes on the spring/summer 2025 runways.” —Robyn Merrett, Style & Beauty Editor
Madewell Double-Faced Brushed Long Coat
Staud Dakota Coat Damask Pink
On Sale 30% off
Banana Republic Double-Faced Wrap Coat
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Leather Trench
Image Credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight “There’s something so sharp and sophisticated about a leather trench coat. Timeless elegance meets total badass. It’s classic but so edgy. Leather trenches have been around for decades, and the 2025 runways proved that they’re here to stay.” —Tara Larson, Contributing Writer
Abercrombie & Fitch Vol. 28 Vegan Leather Trench Coat
Santinni Leather Trench Coat
Lamarque Katija Faux-Leather Trench Coat
On Sale 30% off
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Fur
Image Credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight “Furs and faux furs are everywhere. Why, you ask? I’m happy to report that designers and consumers are gravitating towards a ‘more is more’ aesthetic. Gone are the days of minimalism and simplicity. People are longing to stand out, be unique, and showcase their individualism—and what better way to achieve that than with fur. You can dress up a fur or faux fur coat with a little black dress or down with a white T-shirt and sneakers.” —Robyn Merrett, Style & Beauty Editor
The Frankie Shop Joni Faux Fur Coat
Abercrombie & Fitch Faux Fur Coat
On Sale 30% off
Lovers and Friends Vincent Faux Fur Coat
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Denim
Image Credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight “I love denim. Denim is so effortlessly cool and timeless, so I’m elated to see denim get the chance to be the main character when it comes to outerwear. Adding a denim coat into your fall and winter fashion rotation adds contrast and excitement. Plus, denim is timeless. Brands like Fiorucci, Marco Rambaldi, Philipp Plein showed different iterations of the look, including dark wash, distressed and embroidered.” —Robyn Merrett, Style & Beauty Editor
EB Denim Kosmo Trench Coat
Favorite Daughter The Boulevard Denim Trench Coat
On Sale 50% off
AFRM Saint Barrel Sleeve Denim Trench Coat
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Trench
Image Credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight “Some trends are everlasting, and the classic trench is one of them. The style was originally designed for military and then was popularized as a symbol of elegance in the 1920s and 1930s thanks to stars like Audrey Hepburn. The look is versatile, can be dressed up and down, and provides protection and warmth amid all weather conditions. On the spring/summer 2025 runways of Coperni, Rokh, and Sacai, models donned upgraded versions of the trench, featuring cape-like silhouettes, asymmetrical cuts, and leather panelling.” —Robyn Merrett, Style & Beauty Editor
Mango Cropped Trench
On Sale 20% off
Favorite Daughter The Charles Trench Coat
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Windbreakers & Parkas
Image Credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight “I will never shut up about the impact sports has on fashion. Athletic gear is now fashionable. It happened with sneakers, sports sunglasses, and now outerwear. Brands like No. 21, Ujoh, and Kiko Kostadinov are some of the labels leading the pack, unveiling lightweight jackets that can be worn with leggings but also with a pair of jeans or even a sweater dress.” —Robyn Merrett, Style & Beauty Editor
Alo Crinkle on the Move Trench
Adidas by Stella McCartney Sportswear Long Parka
Artista Hooded Yoko Jacket
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