Jackets & Coats Buyer’s Guide

Barbour is amongst the most trusted and respected brands of coats for men and women. From classic retro styles which evoke the soul of the fifties and sixties to the rugged wax jackets of the country, Barbour jackets offer something for everyone. Read our tips on working out which type of coat is best for you, as well as how to look after your Barbour jacket.

Hooded jackets are very much in vogue at the moment, and as casual jackets they have a lot to offer. Whether you’re looking for warmth, style or practicality we have advice and recommendations on what each brand has to offer, and what you might want to look out for when choosing your casual jacket.

For the latest looks, the best advice and our recommendations for the best Designer Coats we’re here to help point you in the right direction. Find out about what makes some of the top designer brands so popular, why you should consider them, and how they all compare.

From dinner jackets to Bolero jackets, the range of formalwear is far more diverse than is apparent at first glance. Read our advice on how to make the right choice for every occasion, and how to mix, match and coordinate your coats and jackets as well as flattering your figure at the same time.

Do you know how to choose the perfect ladies’ jackets for your figure? Read our tips on spotting which coats will suit you best, and help give you the look you’re after. From warm, comfortable quilted coats to Bolero jackets and sheepskin coats, we’re here to help you make all the right choices for this season.

It’s important to know what to look out for when choosing men’s jackets. Whether you’re looking for a casual jacket for keeping warm, a waterproof coat, hiking jacket or even a more formal dinner jacket, we have advice on choosing the style that flatters your body shape and gives you the style and comfort you’re looking for.

For sumptuous luxury we have advice and recommendations on choosing the best premium coats. Read on to find out how to spot a genuine camel hair coat, what the numbers mean when comparing goose down coats and how to compare faux fur, sheepskin and camel hair.

Quilted jackets and coats are extremely popular at the moment, but the trouble is that often you can’t easily tell just by looking at them how much warmth and insulation they’ll really give. We have some inside tips and advice on working out how to compare the numbers and choose a quilted jacket that will keep you both warm and looking stylish.

There can be a danger in choosing sports jackets without really knowing how to compare them and what features to look out for. We have advice and top tips on choosing sports jackets which will work with you throughout your training, supporting you rather than holding you back.

One of the hardest choices is choosing which of the winter coats to purchase. Read our advice to help you decide which of the many ladies’ winter coats you should be looking at in order to best complement your figure, as well as finding out all about how to decide which type of coat is going to be best for your needs.