When it comes to making good fashion investments, few items rival the forever coat. What I mean by that is a coat that will see you through the good, the bad and the ugly, and for me, a forever coat is much more than something to keep you warm from the chill; it's about timelessness, versatility, quality - all of which Marks & Spencer is well-loved for.
A great coat requires a certain gravitas; ultimately it will be the outerwear you reach for time and time again, relying on it to elevate off-duty outfits or festive party-wear. The newly launched (and now nearly sold out) Wool Blend Herringbone Longline Tailored Coat has precisely all the qualities you'd want from a forever coat, and is - of course - from M&S. A masterclass in lasting design and one that delivers plenty of warmth and sophistication, this coat is made with a refined herringbone pattern and is cut into a cosy longline length.
Shop: The M&S Wool Blend Longline Coat
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This coat is one that we're sure will last you year after year - even with fashion's somewhat fickle trends. With a wool-blend, funnel neck and two deep pockets, it not only looks great, but also will keep you warm too. Plus, the chocolate brown colour is ready and waiting to be styled with other earthy tones.
For styling, pair it with wide-leg trousers and a chunky jumper for a polished yet cosy look, or throw it on over a slip dress and boots for an outfit that's more dramatic. Alternatively, you could always make the coat the outfit and cinch it at the waist with a statement belt.
The wool-blend fabric is not only cosy and warm, but also imbued with a sense of enduring quality - and one that will keep you wrapped up in the timeless sophistication only M&S can deliver for many winters coming. You're going to want to make space in your wardrobe for this one.
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Gemma Lavers is a fashion commerce writer at Grazia. Gemma specialises in all things clothing and enjoys outfit planning (especially for holidays), scrolling social media for the next trend and shopping (probably for a new coat).