In the autumn/winter 2023 collections, there was an overwhelming appreciation of well-structured, everyday clothes, and so it’s fitting that the leading style of coats this autumn is a classic black coat. This might be the ultimate sensible winter coat, and you’re not wrong to think it’s a little…vanilla… to be something to get excited about. However, the key is all about the execution – as with impeccable tailoring and beautiful fabrics, the classic black coat is set to be a show stopper, rather than your basic go-with-everything wool coat.
The AW23 runways made a strong case for the power of the classic black coat, as this style was present in nearly all of the key collections. The most trending coats all have a commanding sharpness, with dominant shoulders, an oversized, tailored fit and are long in stature, typically sweeping just above the ankles.
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At Dolce & Gabbana and Stella McCartney, the styles had an hourglass shape, sculpted to define the waist and offer up an exciting take on the classic. Victoria Beckham created a single-breasted long-line tailored coat, while Alaïa, Khaite and Balenciaga crafted more directional takes, with large styles which deliberately flood the frame.
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Beautiful black tailored coats have been a cornerstone at The Row for years, and celebrity fans like Zoé Kravitz, Jennifer Lawrence and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley have already shown that its cloaking, longline coats are a worthwhile investment. Though these coats might be a trend for AW23, this might be the most classic coat you could possibly purchase.
This captures the overarching anti-trend vibe of the season – rather than high-octane party dressing, the outfits that really commanded attention at the shows for AW23 were real-life coffee-run looks. At Miu Miu, models were seen in leggings and hoodies underneath their boxy wool coats, while Gucci models were seen in baggy jeans and even baggier blazers.
The key to selecting the perfect black coat is to approach it as if you are making a lifetime investment – pay attention to the precision of the silhouette and reach for the best quality that you can afford. The aim to walk away with a tailored overcoat that you will own forever, not just for a season or two.
Here you can shop some of our favorite black tailored coats.
Totême Long Fluid Summer Coat
Michael Kors Single-Breasted Coat
The Row Biana Long Trench Coat
Armarium Hadi Wool and Cashmere Trench Coat
Vince Classic Straight Wool-Blend Coat
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