Feeling warm and looking stylish do not always go hand in hand. Especially if (like us) you're the type of person who spends most of the winter months like a freezing Hodor-esque broken record, constantly proclaiming how cold you are.
But every year, the high streettries and you have to commend them for it. Luckily, this year, bum-skimming jackets are out and long, cosy coats are in - which gives us a head start on the whole ordeal.
To save you the trouble, we've searched high and wide for this season's best styles. Check out our pick of the 15 most badass winter coats to buy now:
Best Winter Coats 2015
Topshop Curly Faux Fur Double Breasted Coat(01 of15)
£95 from topshop.com
Is it possible to look like a sexy Yeti? It is now. This could also double as a blanket for those tactical under-desk naps during Christmas party season.
Is it possible to look like a sexy Yeti? It is now. This could also double as a blanket for those tactical under-desk naps during Christmas party season.
Mango Faux-Fur Appliqué Wool Coat(02 of15)
£139.99 from mango.com
For everyone who ever dreamed of looking like a real life Snow Queen. Plus the fact it's cream makes for a legitimate reason to avoid public transport. Taxi!
For everyone who ever dreamed of looking like a real life Snow Queen. Plus the fact it's cream makes for a legitimate reason to avoid public transport. Taxi!
Zara Wool Coat in Light Burgundy(03 of15)
£69.99 from zara.com
Stick two fingers up to the festive red coat crowd with this infinitely more stylish wine-hued number. Bonus points for teaming with an even darker berry lip stain.
Stick two fingers up to the festive red coat crowd with this infinitely more stylish wine-hued number. Bonus points for teaming with an even darker berry lip stain.
Selected Femme Scarlet Trench Coat (04 of15)
£150 from urbanoutfitters.com
Weatherproof and sexy are rarely used in the same sentence but this 90s inspired trench manages to nail it. It's Blade Runner meets Burberry and we need it.
Weatherproof and sexy are rarely used in the same sentence but this 90s inspired trench manages to nail it. It's Blade Runner meets Burberry and we need it.
Whistles Wolfie Faux Fur Coat(05 of15)
£295 from houseoffraser.co.uk
The coat that screams "I'M NEVER GOING TO BE COLD AGAIN", and "I also might be naked under this."
The coat that screams "I'M NEVER GOING TO BE COLD AGAIN", and "I also might be naked under this."
M&S Buttonsafe Animal Print Coat With Wool(06 of15)
£129 from marksandspencer.com
Sick of seeing everyone in the same leopard print fur coat? Invest in a wool one instead. The M&S Buttonsafe technology also means the buttons won't ever fall off, so you know this one's a keeper.
Sick of seeing everyone in the same leopard print fur coat? Invest in a wool one instead. The M&S Buttonsafe technology also means the buttons won't ever fall off, so you know this one's a keeper.
The Kooples Sheep Shearing-Style Coat(07 of15)
£325 from thekooples.co.uk
This is the kind of coat you could slip on over skinny jeans and people would start throwing about the term 'model chic' whilst simultaneously planning to Single White Female you.
This is the kind of coat you could slip on over skinny jeans and people would start throwing about the term 'model chic' whilst simultaneously planning to Single White Female you.
Shrimps Smith Coat(08 of15)
£845 from shrimps.co.uk
If we had nearly a grand to spend on a coat, it would be this coat. Scottish tartan, luminous green faux fur... it shouldn't work, but it does. And it would look so damn good with a bright red lip.
If we had nearly a grand to spend on a coat, it would be this coat. Scottish tartan, luminous green faux fur... it shouldn't work, but it does. And it would look so damn good with a bright red lip.
Urban Outfitters Mono Blanket Coat(09 of15)
£89 from urbanoutfitters.com
Are you the kind of person who longs to leave the house in a dressing gown? Your winter Just. Got. Interesting. as these belted-waist, hooded-styles are pretty much just that, albeit more socially acceptable.
Are you the kind of person who longs to leave the house in a dressing gown? Your winter Just. Got. Interesting. as these belted-waist, hooded-styles are pretty much just that, albeit more socially acceptable.
Missguided Oversized Camel Coat(10 of15)
£70 from missguided.co.uk
If Kim Kardashian was outside of a taxi or air conditioned building long enough to endure winter temperatures, this is probably what she'd wear. Seriously chic.
If Kim Kardashian was outside of a taxi or air conditioned building long enough to endure winter temperatures, this is probably what she'd wear. Seriously chic.
ASOS Suede Shearling Coat(11 of15)
£170 from asos.com
For the inner 70s football manager or first year Goldsmiths student in you.
For the inner 70s football manager or first year Goldsmiths student in you.
Miss Selfridge Tan Suede Trench Coat(12 of15)
£170 from debenhams.com
This coat will keep you warm in more ways than one as wearing suede makes people 99.9%* more likely to try stroking you.
*probably
This coat will keep you warm in more ways than one as wearing suede makes people 99.9%* more likely to try stroking you.
*probably
Missguided Longline Wool Coat With Faux Fur Collar(13 of15)
£70 from missguided.co.uk
There's something about this coat that says expensive Russian hooker and we like it.
There's something about this coat that says expensive Russian hooker and we like it.
Primark Olive Lux Faux Fur Trim Midi Parka(14 of15)
£35 from primark.com
Warm, sturdy, durable and so much cheaper than all the other high street parkas that you won't be as devastated when someone steals it from a club cloakroom.
Warm, sturdy, durable and so much cheaper than all the other high street parkas that you won't be as devastated when someone steals it from a club cloakroom.
Zara Water Repellent Cotton Raincoat(15 of15)
£59.99 from zara.com
Because this is England...
Because this is England...
Faux Fur For Autumn/Winter 2015
The Jacket(01 of06)
Channel Suki Waterhouse at the Burberry show in this teddy bear-style jacket. Throw on over 70s silk for Old Hollywood vibes.
Faux Fur Polar Bear Coat, £89 from Topshop.com (credit:Topshop)
Faux Fur Polar Bear Coat, £89 from Topshop.com (credit:Topshop)
The Shoes(02 of06)
Pom-poms + low heels + ankle straps = the perfect way to wear the trend to work.
Say You Do Too Pointed Heels, £35 from ASOS.com (credit:ASOS)
Say You Do Too Pointed Heels, £35 from ASOS.com (credit:ASOS)
The Scarf(03 of06)
Been lusting after Alexa Chung's Shrimps coats all year, but don't want to break the bank? Their faux fur scarves make a great gateway purchase.
Moss Scarf, £185 from Shrimps.co.uk (credit:Shrimps)
Moss Scarf, £185 from Shrimps.co.uk (credit:Shrimps)
The Coat(04 of06)
A dead ringer for similar saccharine designer styles by House of Holland and Clio Peppiatt, this ASOS coat is a real style steal.
Coat in Patch Faux Fur, £95 from ASOS.com (credit:ASOS)
Coat in Patch Faux Fur, £95 from ASOS.com (credit:ASOS)
The Skirt(05 of06)
A revamped version of last year's sold out version (thanks again, Alexa Chung), we'll be wearing this Topshop high-waisted skirt all autumn.
Furry Leopard A-Line Skirt, £35 from Topshop.com (credit:Topshop)
Furry Leopard A-Line Skirt, £35 from Topshop.com (credit:Topshop)
The Bag Charm(06 of06)
At under a tenner, there's no excuse at all not to jazz up your bag this season (unless you're sick to death of pom-poms by now).
Fur Pom Pom Key Chain in Cream, £6 from Missguided.co.uk (credit:Missguided)
Fur Pom Pom Key Chain in Cream, £6 from Missguided.co.uk (credit:Missguided)