The Best Wool Coats For Women To Get You Through Cold Days In Style (2024)

Sizes: 00 to 22 (standard, petite) | Colors: 5 total, including Soft Brown and Black | Material: 97% wool, 3% polyamide

• What’s notable: The soft melton wool of this coat is refined, and it will also last for years.
• What could be better: If you prefer on-seam pockets to patch pockets, this coat may not be ideal.

J.Crew has been making high-quality wool winter coats for decades. (I know this because I still have one that I bought in 2007, and it looks amazing.) Knee-length wool styles like this one offer coverage for warmth, and they are slightly dressier than mid-thigh versions. The Savoy Topcoat has darting at the waist, which has a slimming and lengthening effect, and its slightly wider lapels give it an elevated feel.

Sizes: XS to XL | Colors: 7 total, including Cadet and Caramel | Materials: 80% Italian wool, 20% nylon

• What’s notable: The stylish cocoon neckline of this coat is chic and elevated, and reviewers report that it has a soft feel.
• What could be better: If you are petite, you may need to shorten the sleeves.

The low price of this coat seems too good to be true, but it’s real. Due to Quince’s direct-to-consumer model, their coat is a fraction of the cost of many others, but still offers great quality and fit. This shawl collar style can be worn up or down, and a hidden button front and slanted side pockets maintain the coat’s sleek look. Style note: If you’ll be wearing bulky sweaters underneath, you may want to size up.

Sizes: XXS to XL | Colors: 2 total, include Stone and Semolina | Materials: 70% recycled MWool, 12% recycled polyamide, 18% polyamide

• What’s notable: Reformation is focused on sustainability, so you can feel good about wearing this coat, in addition to looking good.
• What could be better: We love the stone and citrus-y semolina color this comes in, but we’d prefer to see it in standard neutrals like black and camel as well.

Reminiscent of a men’s topcoat, this long, lean style has city girl power vibes. While it’s designed to have a slim fit, the slouchy, dropped shoulder and full sleeves give it a nonchalant feel. It’s made from luxury Manteco wool—which is sustainably processed and milled in Italy.

Soia & Kyo Abbi Wool Blend Coat with Removable Quilted Puffer Bib

Sizes: XXS to XL | Colors: 3 total, including Black and Evergreen | Materials: 55% wool, 40% polyester, 5% other

• What’s notable: Unlike most other wool coats, the pockets on this style have zipper closures to keep belongings secure.
• What could be better: If you like a coat that has darting at the waist you may want to look for something different.

Mackage sister brand Soia and Kyo makes well-fitting wool coats that blend classic and contemporary. This style features a straight fit and mid-thigh length accented with a chic asymmetrical zipper closure and a collar that can be turned up or folded down. The detachable nylon puffer bib provides extra coverage from gusts and freezing temperatures.

Sizes: XXS to L | Colors: Navy | Materials: 100% wool

• What’s notable: This style has a hood for extra warmth, which is unusual for a wool coat.
• What could be better: We love the deep navy of this double-breasted style, but we wish it came in more colors.

The voluminous A-line design of this coat from London-based Cos makes it appear part cape and part cocoon. The oversized fit allows for lots of layering—this coat will fit comfortably over even your bulkiest sweaters—and the minimalist design will last from season to season. We like the well-placed pockets too, which are perfect for tucking your hands to protect them from the elements.

Sizes: 2XS to XL | Colors: 5 total, including Saville and Heather Almond | Materials: 95% virgin wool, 5% nylon

• What’s notable: The fabric and finishings make this coat a steal at this price.
• What could be better: Buttoning the coat’s asymmetrical neckline can take some getting used to.

Aritzia has a strong coach selection (their Super Puff jacket is extremely popular), and their Connor coat is another example of great style and expert tailoring. It’s made with virgin wool, which is soft, smooth and has a felt-like feel. This coat also features and UnReal suede interlining, which is a vegan suede that blocks wind and cold without extra bulk. The Connor’s high funnel neck and understated seaming create a streamlined look, and the belt is removable if you decide you want to wear it without one.

Sizes: 0 to 14 | Colors: 3 total, including Cream and Mink Neutral | Materials: 63% wool, 37% polyester

• What’s notable: This style has a cinchable belt. Plus, it’s just as appropriate for dressy occasions as it is for everyday looks.
• What could be better: This coat is pricey, so it’s an investment.

British brand Reiss has long been a favorite of Kate Middleton’s for its classic, luxury pieces. This coat’s construction features blind seams, which removes the need for a lining—so not only does this make the coat have a soft feel inside and out, it gives it a more fluid drape and an expensive look to match. The exaggerated notched lapels elevate the overall aesthetic, and the angled welt pockets and belted waist give this coat a nonchalant, high fashion feel.

Sizes: XXS to XL | Colors: 2 total, including Navy and Medium Heather Grey | Materials: 70% recycled wool, 30% polyamide

• What’s notable: This heavy-duty style is both warm and thermoregulating—meaning, it’s breathable so you won’t overheat.
• What could be better: It’s not as warm as a knee length coat, so this may not work for the coldest of days.

With their roots in military history, peacoats are designed to be functional—they’re warm, protective from the elements and you can move easily in them. This one has all the classic practical details including a double-breasted construction, belted cuffs, notched lapels, and lots of pockets (two side pockets and two chest pockets), but the understated buttons and finely woven wool elevate and modernize the design.

Sizes: 4 to 20 (regular, petite, plus) | Colors: 4 total, including Camel and Light Gray Heather | Materials: 100% Italian lambswool with Thinsulate insulation

• What’s notable: This is a heavier wool coat, which works well in chilly climates.
• What could be better: Some say the pockets pull and don’t lay flat.

L.L. Bean makes notoriously high quality, no-fuss products at a great price, and this coat is no exception. It comes in regular, petite and plus fits so it works for a variety of body types, and it’s stylish to boot. This coat features on-seam welt pockets and flattering seaming, and it is lined with Thinsulate for an extra layer of protective warmth against the elements.

Sizes: XXS to 4X | Colors: 3 total, including Tobacco Melange and Luxury Forest | Materials: 43% alpaca, 37% wool, 20% polyamide

• What’s notable: The alpaca and wool blend has a unique texture that makes this coat special.
• What could be better: Reviewers say that this style may run big so consider that when purchasing.

Madewell’s Alonzo coat has grandpa-esque traditional overcoat elements such as notched lapels, a center back vent and welt pockets, but the weave and finish of the fabric modernizes it. Plus, the deep camel and rich green hues it comes in make it stand out. We like this relaxed fit coat dressed up with a midi and boots or dressed down with denim and loafers.

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What Should I Look For In A Wool Coat?

In general, you should look for quality fabric, a great fit and something that reflects your personal style. Seek out high quality wool, and if you’re looking for extra warmth, you should pay close attention to the weight. Many wool coats come in blends—with fabrics such as polyester or alpaca—and certain more refined wools will tend to have a softer hand feel, such as J.Crew’s Savoy Topcoat and Reiss’ Bridget Wool Blend Blindseam Coat.

When it comes to fit, consider what layers you’ll be wearing underneath. If you’ll be wearing chunky sweaters, you may want to opt for a wool coat with a roomier fit, like Cos’s Oversized Double Breasted Wool Coat. For a unique, well-fitting silhouette, we like both Aritzia’s Babaton The Connor Coat and Soia & Kyo’s Abbi Wool Blend Coat.

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