Turtleneck, tights, jeans, boots. Once you've got those covered, the last thing you grab on your way out the door come winter is your coat. And because of the pure frequency of how often you wear your go-to topper, most people often settle for a black version. Inevitably, it goes with everything, always looks put-together, and helps justify the cost-per-wear element of investing in a more expensive option.
However, black isn't the only shade you can really get your wear out of during the cold weather months. Though we love a black piece of clothing as much as the next person, this year, we're standing out from the crowd on the subway platform with some not-so-neutral hues: Brown has finally earned its time in the spotlight, leopard looks good with basically everything, and blush pink is having a major moment (shoutout, millennials). Those are just three of the options that coordinate with as many pieces in your wardrobe as your black coat does.
Click on for 30 pieces that will convince you to step outside the box.
You don't have to spend a fortune on a shearling coat.
ASOS Faux Shearling Coat, $138, available at ASOS.
Go ahead — try and show us one outfit this won't look spectacular with.
Alice + Olivia Montana Leopard Print Faux Fur Coat, $645, available at Net-A-Porter.
A red that's not too in-your-face.
Frankie Wool Slouchy Overcoat, $695, available at Need Supply Co.
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This cocoon coat's subtle camo print makes it the perfect topper for any transitional fall look.
French Connection, $328.00, available at French Connection
Lavender has relaxation-inducing properties, right?
Front Row Shop Lilac Wool Rich Overcoat, $ 152 $114, available at Front Row Shop.
Deep, chocolate brown is about to be your new color of choice.
Wilfred Free Donna Jacket, $275, available at Aritzia.
Minty fresh.
Acne Studios Berkeley Double Washed Emerald Coat, $1,300, available at Acne Studios.
There's nothing bad about feeling like a human teddy bear.
H&M Short Pile Coat, $99, available at H&M.
A pale-blue shearling that will be your go-to until spring.
Apiece Apart Las Nubes Shearling Coat, $2,550, available at Apiece Apart.
Here's an easy way to tackle the patchwork trend.
& Other Stories Patchwork Wrap Coat, $275, available at & Other Stories.
There's something so classic about an oversized check.
Zara Checked Coat, $129, available at Zara.
You'll look very Céline with this wide belt.
Folieadeux Wide Belted Coat, $478, available at W Concept.
No one does pink quite as well as J.Crew.
J.Crew Diamond Tweed Coat, $325, available at J.Crew.
As far as we're concerned, gingham is always a go.
Esprit by Opening Ceremony Reversible Trench Coat, $375, available at Opening Ceremony.
Get in touch with your green side.
Mango Oversize Wool Coat, $229.99, available at Mango.
Blush for days.
Loeil Fawya Coat, $216, available at Loeil.
A gray cocoon coat for the minimalist.
Everlane The Premium Wool Oversized Unstructured Coat, $195, available at Everlane.
This is probably the first thing we'll buy if we hit the lotto.
Roksanda Cavani Wool and Mohair-blend Coat, $2,296, available at MatchesFashion.
You'll be asked if this one's a family heirloom.
Shrimps Edith Coat, $792.19, available at Shrimps.
Get the vintage look, minus the stench.
Nasty Gal Suede Coat, $298, available at Nasty Gal.
It's like wearing your bathrobe outside the house, in the best possible way.
Rodebjer Coat Daylon Quilt, $675, available at Rodebjer.
Quilted to perfection.
Trademark Star Quilt Coat, $998, available at Mr. Larkin.
Any outfit becomes a look with this guy on top.
Carven Coat, $829, available at Yoox.
A camel duster will never go out of style.
Topshop Wool Slouch Coat, $180, available at Topshop.
Classy with a capital C.
Pixie Market Kent Houndstooth Midi Coat, $295, available at Pixie Market.
Made for the concrete jungle.
Oak and Fort Coat 4140, $148, available at Oak and Fort.
Business on your left, party on your right.
Whit Rothko Coat, $698, available at The Rising States.
Winter white is your middle name.
Madewell Sherpa Pea Coat, $198, available at Madewell.
Still goes perfectly with your all-black outfits.
Whistles Nico Check Pea Coat, $395.88, available at Whistles.
Major Margot Tenenbaum vibes.
StyleNanda Faux Fur Notched Collar Coat, $202, available at StyleNanda.
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