Many think winter is about wrapping up, feeling frumpy and miserable but did you know that actually it could be easier to look stylish in cold weather than when it’s warm?? Great coat, well fitting trousers, nice shoes, a cool handbag and you cant get more stylish that that.

If you don’t want to fall in a rut and get stuck in old winter puff jacket (although there is nothing wrong with that), though not a very sophisticated look, try something different this year. Possibly it will be the winter item you will spend most money on and of course you would want to invest in a proper one, that will keep you warm for years and won’t look dated.

Best to opt for a classic coat as opposed to something that’s too fashionable that season, simply because you want it to last longer… What you want is a shape that is timeless, so you can wear it over and over, and also wear it with dresses and jeans.

Trench coats definitely fall into this category. Think of Burberry, original and certainly the best in the market, also very expensive for obvious reasons. However, high street brands offer good and affordable alternatives.

Little tip: some trench coats could be shapeless, so make sure yours nip in around the waist and have a belt you can tie.

If you are price conscious but want to get a trendy winter coat, you can buy great ones off the high street (Topshop, H &M) and that way you won’t have to spend too much money when the look has moved on.