Inge tried on this cocoon coat in sage green and took my breath away. WOW. It was absolutely stunning and impeccable quality. It has a back neck zipper detail which is perfect with short hair. Great on tall gals with long arms and a regular to long neck. Pricey, but an incredible piece that will not date because the cocoon silhouette is subtle and the lines are very clean.

A short man coat in soft pink, grey and white plaid. I found it a little itchy, but I'm very sensitive to scratchy wool. A piece that is as pretty as it is masculine.

Polished, sleek and very professional. Angular drape with immaculate straight lines. Looks great worn open. Runs small.

J.Crew's repeat style majesty peacoat has been a winner for five seasons. I bought one in citron four years ago and it looks new. I vote the chestnut colourway. Fresh and unique. Gorgeous with black and ink blue.

J.Crew's repeat style cocoon coat is a well-made beauty. The solid gold two-way zipper is divine. It's cut straight through the side seams and isn't overly round, which makes it a more timeless piece. Best on a longer neck. Excellent deep side entry pockets too. I liked this coat best in sandstone, which looked heathered and rich.

A new style man coat from J.Crew in navy with a white pinstripe. Gangster Fabness. It's on its way to me in my size, but I saw it in stores and the drape is incredible. Boxy, yet streamlined and a great length. Best on a straighter body type.

A fun Retro style in a very happy colour. Fab over frocks and skirts.

An oversized peacoat in a bold plaid. Dramatic and very trendy. The quality is not impeccable, but it's not bad at all.

The texture of this coat makes it unique. Ladylike, tailored and flattering on a curvy hourglass. The pockets are in a very flattering position on the waist.

A very bold coat. It's oversized, fuzzy and loud. This might be what you need to brighten up a cold and dull grey day.

A bold window pane plaid cocoon coat in tomato red. Dramatic and daring. It has a particularly structured revere collar, which makes quite the statement.

Modern Classic, elegant, streamlined and refined. Well made, and on sale. Both the berry and the burnt orange are delicious shades for Fall and Winter.

A J.Crew repeat style Modern Classic tailored single-breasted coat with lots of waist definition. It looks extremely fresh in bittersweet chocolate. Beautifully made with a high longevity factor.

Inge modeled this short cheeky coat for me yesterday and the sales assistants complimented her left, right and centre. It was absolutely smashing on her, and best worn open like the model. Might run a little large.

An excellent long tailored coat for plus sizes, and especially great to wear over dresses and skirts. Its elegant V-neck revere collar makes it work flawlessly on a shorter neck and larger bust. Works well worn buttoned and unbuttoned. The garnet is as gorgeous as the rich forest green.

Retro, bold, a true classic, and with a dash of Royal British flair. Well made and striking with the contrast piping.

An avant-garde coat with a hard edge. Dramatic, drapey, heavy and fabulous in aubergine.

An excellent funnel style for a long neck. Slightly cocoon and drapes to perfection. I love the straight silhouette from the side.

A cocoon coat in a gorgeous mid-tone blue with ample length. Subtle side entry pockets and quite slimming. The single-breasted style creates a strong vertical line down the front of the body. Neither overly boxy nor waist defining.

A warm yet fairly lightweight coat with a statement collar. I vote plum or brown sugar.

An oversized moto coat in mixed media olive and black. It's very boxy so consider yourself warned. Hard edge and quite masculine.

A Modern Classic in silver grey with bright gold buttons and plenty of length. Hangs as beautifully when worn unbuttoned.

An extra round cocoon coat in dark burgundy. This style of coat works particularly well on an apple shaped body type. Heavy and well made.

A hooded wool coat can be very practical. Casual, semi-fitted, and a nice length. The toggle detail on the neck and bodice panelling are fab. I like the refined integrity of this relaxed style.