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The Very Best Camel Coats To Buy Now And Wear Forever

The wardrobe staple you'll wear forever

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There is no more quintessential wardrobe staple than the camel coat, and from my point of view, nothing more chic. Bombers and puffers will come and go, the trench coat will take on checks, cut-outs and contrast sleeves and faux fur will moult with age, but a good camel coat is forever. Practical, effortless, and endlessly wearable, it’s not hard to see why.

Whether you pair yours with the new season's barrel-leg jeans and a cosy jumper, shrug it over a slip dress or use it to hide those minimal-effort joggers and tee, you can always rely on a camel cover-up to keep you on the right side of pulled-together. Scale up from your usual size to mimic the nonchalance of an off-duty A-lister, or opt for sharp shoulders and a boxy body to contrast flowing layers beneath.

Now the temperatures have dipped into negative figures, it's high time you got yourself a decent coat. To save you the scrolling, I've scoured the rails to ascertain the real stars of the season, identifying the pieces that tick the box when it comes to fit, weight and finishing. Here, see the camel coats I deem worthy of prime position in your wardrobe – both now, and in the years that follow.

The Best Camel Coats To Invest In Now

Nobody's Child Camel Quilted Wrap Coat

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Camel Quilted Wrap Coat

Nobody's Child Camel Quilted Wrap Coat

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$39 at Nobody's Child

We're still in the midst of chilly season, yet there are some serious winter reductions already available. This is perhaps the very best bargain of them all: a recycled-polyester quilted wrap coat, in classic camel brown, at 70% off.

Aligne George Slouch Oversize Wool Wrap Coat

George Slouch Oversize Wool Wrap Coat

Aligne George Slouch Oversize Wool Wrap Coat

It's the considered details that make Aligne's recycled-wool blend camel coat such a sensible wardrobe addition. The dropped shoulders offer a flattering contrast to the wide lapels, while the double-stitched belt and neat cuff straps ensure this one looks twice as expensive as it really is.

Mango Belted Handmade Coat

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Belted Handmade Coat

Mango Belted Handmade Coat

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If you're after a simple, everyday classic that'll last you several winters to come, consider Mango's most timeless option. This wool-blend coat is detailed with little more than a tie-waist fastening, so it sure to outlast the trends.

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Whistles Double-Breasted Camel Coat

Double-Breasted Camel Coat

Whistles Double-Breasted Camel Coat

Made from 70% wool, Whistle's sharply cut classic is a weighty option that'll see you through countless cold spells. It's cut to a classic androgynous silhouette with pointed lapels and an ankle-sweeping hem.

Baum und Pferdgarten Dea Coat

Dea Coat

Baum und Pferdgarten Dea Coat

Copenhagen's finest know a thing or two about creating a major coat. This year, the street-style favourites have turned their hand to cosy faux-shearling, offering up the fuzzy patchworked Dea coat in a host of hues. Attention-seekers will head straight for the turquoise, but our heart belongs to this classic camel-brown option.

Raey Responsible Wool Exaggerated Shoulder Overcoat

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Responsible Wool Exaggerated Shoulder Overcoat

Raey Responsible Wool Exaggerated Shoulder Overcoat

Now 60% Off

The smartest shoppers snap their core winter pieces up in the seasonal sales. Raey’s sloping-shoulder boyfriend coat is loaded with insouciant energy – it’s the coolest thing you can throw on with a pair of glossy black biker boots.

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Ganni x Barbour Burghley Quilted Jacket

Barbour Burghley Quilted Jacket

Ganni x Barbour Burghley Quilted Jacket

Perhaps the best collaboration of 2023, Ganni's union with Barbour delivered some seriously covetable coats. Top of our list is this quilted colour-block wonder, which marries the cold-weather practicality of the outerwear icons with the Scandi house's idiosyncratic aesthetic.

Aligne Gilda Maxi Trench Coat

Gilda Maxi Trench Coat

Aligne Gilda Maxi Trench Coat

An asymmetric cut breathes fresh edge into the camel trench coat. Wear Aligne’s double-breasted Gilda style over dark indigo denim for a crisp new-season look.

Sezane Rick Coat

Rick Coat

Sezane Rick Coat

One of our most relied-upon French fashion brands, Sezane knows a thing or two about crafting the classics. Impressively, it's made from 100% pure wool, double-faced, and finished with deep patch pockets. Perfection.

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Topshop Wool-Blend Oversized Camel Coat

Wool-Blend Oversized Camel Coat

Topshop Wool-Blend Oversized Camel Coat

For a silhouette that makes a statement, consider Topshop's strong-shouldered camel coat. It's cut for a cocooning, oversized fit and finished with slick pointed lapels.

COS Belted Double Breasted Coat

Belted Double Breasted Coat

COS Belted Double Breasted Coat

Cos' nonchalantly cool coat comes in a slightly darker shade of brown, which looks especially chic with supple black leather separates. It's double-faced – the hallmark of a high-street hit – and fastens neatly with concealed press-studs.

Hush Vera Oversized Hooded Cape

Vera Oversized Hooded Cape

Hush Vera Oversized Hooded Cape

Cut from a crisp cotton blend and sized up for easy layering, this sporty parka-style cape is the ultimate off-duty jacket for transitional days.

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The Garment Bruxelles Coat

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Bruxelles Coat

The Garment Bruxelles Coat

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The Garment's design ethos is: minimalist, but with a twist. Eschewing trends in favour of true 'forever' pieces, the brand creates some truly special winter heroes, like this cosy camel coat. Note the fun fringed detail at the back of the shoulders.

H&M Wool-Blend Coat

Wool-Blend Coat

H&M Wool-Blend Coat

A high-street find that'll last you for years, H&M's premium camel coat is made from a generous wool blend in Italy: with 74% wool to 26% polyester, you'll really be able to feel the quality.

It's double-faced for extra warmth and weight, and is neatly cinched at the waist with a slick tie. In short, it's everyday perfection.

Reformation Downing Coat

Downing Coat

Reformation Downing Coat

Reformation's completely classic Downing coat will look good with anything you throw it over, from denim cargo pants to a sleek slip dress. It's made from a blend that incorporates low-waste Manteco recycled wool, and left unlined to ensure soft structure and movement. This one isn't the warmest or weightiest in the line-up, but it'll layer well over chunky jumpers and see you into Spring with ease.

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Arket Mid-Length Down Coat

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Mid-Length Down Coat

Arket Mid-Length Down Coat

Now 40% Off

Arket's heavily discounted down-filled puffer is a truly timeless purchase you'll wear on morning commutes and weekend pub visits. Both the exterior and the filling are 100 per cent recycled, so it's a sustainably minded choice, too.

Jigsaw Wool Langford Tailored Coat

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Wool Langford Tailored Coat

Jigsaw Wool Langford Tailored Coat

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If you're after something smart and traditional, this hip-skimming jacket is pretty-much perfect. It's thick and luxurious in feel, slightly boxy for that oversized fashion flex, and made from pure wool for lasting appeal.

Reiss Wool Belted Coat

Wool Belted Coat

Reiss Wool Belted Coat

Made from two-thirds wool, this one is a soft yet substantial option with classic, season-transcending appeal. The cut is sharp and shapely, with just enough movement to master that carefree, just-threw-this-on nonchalance.

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BA&SH Kate Camel Coat

Kate Camel Coat

BA&SH Kate Camel Coat

A drawstring tie brings a unique twist to this cosy, cocooning coat. The fabrication promises longevity, too: it's made from 80% wool and 20% Ecovero viscose, made sustainably from wood pulp.

Wardrobe NYC Wool Camel Coat

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Wool Camel Coat

Wardrobe NYC Wool Camel Coat

Now 50% Off

A tailored camel coat with a bit of cool, masculine energy. This one is ideal for wearing over loose trousers and a knit, or a simple white T-shirt.

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