Why a Black Tailored Coat Is the Ultimate Fall Investment

One of our favorite winter dressing cheat codes is the coat-as-outfit trick. When temperatures drop, your outer layer inevitably steals the show, deftly concealing whatever’s underneath. That’s why it’s worth investing in a great coat (or two!) for the season ahead. A black tailored coat is an excellent place to start.

Vogue’s Favorite Black Tailored Coats

A black tailored coat marries the warmth of outerwear with the polish of a blazer or suit. Trim and refined, they may be single or double-breasted, often defined by a strong shoulder and a long, lean silhouette. Consider them true wardrobe workhorses. Pair one with trousers and a sleek blouse and you’ll look like you run the boardroom (whether or not you’re headed to the office), or throw it over jeans and a white tee for a chic off-duty look. Best of all, the timeless staple exists at every price point, from Cos to Saint Laurent.

Shop our edit of the best black tailored coats below.

Dries Van Noten

belted velvet-trimmed coat

Uniqlo

double breasted long coat

Loulou de Saison

Rosco double breasted coat

Ferragamo

wool and cashmere-blend coat

Cos

tailored double-breasted coat

Madewell

double-faced brushed long coat

Tom Ford

double-breasted wool-bouclé coat

Gabriela Hearst

Julien double-breasted wool coat

Balenciaga

Hourglass double-breasted coat

McQueen

stacked shoulder long coat