The world of outerwear isn’t as simple as it seems. Those of us in the UK know that our temperamental weather means that there is a demand for variations in our coats and jackets. From belted wool styles, quilted, puffer and double breasted full length numbers, it’s not just about style, there’s a huge element of practicality in there too. But where do we even start? I went to COS, a premium high-street brand that is relatively reliable in its offering of quality clothing, to find coats that are worth investing in. After checking each over in real life and reading composition labels, I’ll tell you exactly what they’re good for so that you have realistic expectations of what you’re buying. Not all coats are equal and they are certainly not made for the same purposes!