IT’S OFFICIALLY COAT SEASON, THE GLORIOUS TIME OF YEAR WHEN A STATEMENT TOPPER CAN INSTANTLY CHANGE YOUR ENTIRE LOOK. WE’VE PREPARED QUITE THE FEAST: AN ECLECTIC MENU OF JACKETS, TRENCHES, TEDDIES, MOTOS, AND MORE TO INSPIRE YOU TO PLAY AND EXPERIMENT. A SNOW-WHITE LAMBSKIN BIKER JACKET, PERHAPS, OR A SHIMMER-SHEATHED GRADIENT COAT IN PURPLE AND GOLD? THIS WINTER, WE INVITE YOU TO TAKE CHANCES AND CHALLENGE THE STATUS QUO!

BY CHRISTINE CIPOLLA

Chanel Shearling Jacket
Stay both toasty and stylish in Lady Chanel’s oversized lambskin jacket in navy and brown. Back seam details with hints of lush fur and fine toggle closures add a touch of texture to this forever piece. Take a peek at the corresponding handbag as well! $13,250, chanel.com

Oscar de la Renta Embroidered Coat
Boasting a whimsical, almost fairytale quality, de la Renta’s latest high-drama item is packed with star power. Covered from collar to hem in an intoxicating bath of shimmering sequins, the relaxed-fi t coat features an ombré finish and is topped with a self-tie belt to cinch the waist. $11,990, farfetch.com

Gucci Aria Jacket
Italian made from a cotton-blend, jacquard-woven canvas emblazoned with the famous GG monogram, this classic biker will never go out of style. Structured with a boxy fit, it’s framed with leather and sports zipped cuffs and a satin lining. $4,500,gucci.com

Valentino Drape Coat
Straight from the runway, this long overcoat crafted from a wool-cashmere blend and blanketed in an all-over leather chevron pattern is a total knockout. It features a peak lapel collar and back center slit. $17,000, saksfifthavenue.com

Balmain Cropped Biker Jacket
Even on a cold night, this outfit is on fi re. Break out your winter white, buttery-soft lambskin coat with lion-embossed buttons adorning the epaulets. The gold-tone zip detailing instantly elevates it to Parisian heights, while a belted hem pulls it all together and offers a sculpted fit. Tip: nab the matching pants, too. $3,650, us.balmain.com

Bottega Veneta Snake Print Trench
Audacious and striking, red never fails to make an entrance. Case in point: this fierce double-breasted power coat. It’s crafted from supple leather with a textured snake-effect pattern throughout and finished with a matching belt and vented back. $8,000, net-a-porter.com

Dior Oblique Bomber
This fresh, relaxed-fit jacket, covered in the brand’s emblematic blue and ecru motif, simply screams Dior. Fabricated from a technical taffeta jacquard, it is elevated with a detachable crisscross collar and can be paired with high-end denim or cargo pants. $3,900, dior.com

Blumarine Denim Trench
Vintage-effect, washed denim construction and a removable shearling fur collar are the standout qualities of this faded blue number. Hallmark details include belted cuffs, a back vent, a storm flap, and a waist tie belt. $3,195, ssense.com