The Best Coat Brands for Women in 2023
Let it snow.


Winter is coming and for most of us, that means rifling through the back of our coat closet to unearth our abandoned coats and jackets. It's finally their time to shine— and whether you like it or not, coats, hats, and scarves are about to take center stage for the next few months to come. But don't go shaking in your boots just yet. Coats aren't just mere protection from the elements, but a fashion statement in themselves. From cute cropped puffer-style jackets to refined wrap coat varieties, up the ante with these brands that not only excel in coats, but have sustainable practices, timeless silhouettes, and price points for everyone.
Apparis
New York City-based clothing brand Apparis is taking a sustainable approach to their outerwear by using vegan-based materials. They're dedicated to cruelty-free designs and sustainable practices to boot. With a bevy of bright colors and chic faux fur designs, this is one of the front-running coat brands that every fashion gal can't resist having in her coat arsenal.
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Nanushka
This Budapest-based brand creates timeless yet functional outerwear with materials that are carefully selected for their low-environment impact. Their focus on quality craftsmanship shines through in every piece of outerwear- from their quilted jackets to puffer coats to tailored trenches.
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Stand Studio
Founded in 2014, Stand Studio's Scandinavian designs have quickly become the go-to for their accessible leather pieces and colorful faux fur coats. Created with style-savvy women in mind, Stand's creations are the ideal addition to the modern woman's standout coat collection.
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The Frankie Shop
Frankie's minimalist, no-fuss outerwear designs are perfect for busy city-goers, but will keep you warm and chic wherever you may be. Classic shapes, effortless designs, and moderate price points make Frankie's coats a no-brainer addition to your cold weather uniform.
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COS
Filled with wardrobe staples, COS (abbreviated for Collection of Style) focuses on outerwear pieces that you can (and will want to) keep forever. Not only is the brand committed to circularity, they're also focused on supporting the world of art and design and collaborate with established and emerging artists from around the globe.
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Marfa Stance
Named after Marfa, Texas— the brand Marfa Stance focuses on utility, design, and individuality— trademark characteristics in each piece of outerwear. Their commitment to social and ethical standards have awarded them recognition for their sustainable excellence.
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Sara Holzman is the Style Director for Marie Claire, where she's worked alongside the publication for eight years in various roles, ensuring the brand's fashion content continues to inform, inspire, and shape the conversation about fashion's ever-evolving landscape. With a degree from the Missouri School of Journalism, Sara is responsible for overseeing a diverse fashion content mix, from emerging and legacy designer profiles to reported features on the influence of social media on style and seasonal and micro trends across the world's fashion epicenters in New York, Milan, and Paris. Before joining Marie Claire, Sara held fashion roles at Conde Nast's Lucky Magazine and Self Magazine and was a style and travel contributor to Equinox's Furthermore website. Over her decade of experience in the fashion industry, Sara has helped guide each brand's style point of view, working alongside veteran photographers and stylists to bring editorial and celebrity photo shoots to fruition from start to finish. Sara currently lives in New York City. When she's not penning about fashion or travel, she’s at the farmer’s market, on a run, working to perfect her roasted chicken recipe, or spending time with her husband, dog, and cat. Follow her along at @sarajonewyork
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