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Remember that thing your dad used to say, about how there's no such thing as being cold, only bad clothing? Turns out, it's true. Enter: the best men's winter coats. We're well into the depths of winter at this point, and if you're still complaining about feeling cold all the time, it probably means one thing: You need a better coat. Thankfully, your old pals at GQ are here to get you sorted with the best men's winter coats 2021 has to offer. Whether you're after an uber-practical puffer or a lush and luxurious topcoat, we've got the right stuff to keep you toasty and dry from now through March (or April…or May…depending on where you live [*sighs fitfully*]). Here are a dozen essential outerwear styles—and the best versions of each to buy right now.
A great puffer means utility, sure—it's the jacket you'll reach for on the crappiest, bone-chilling-est days of winter. But that doesn't mean you need to sacrifice your style to wear one. Beyond the sleeping-bag-like coats of your youth, there's a whole universe of sleek and shapely puffers out there for the taking. Whether you take your cues from A$AP Rocky's streetwear vibe or George Costanza's normcore aesthetic is entirely up to you.
Uniqlo seamless down parka
Patagonia Nano Puff hoody
Adsum Apline quilted nylon-ripstop hooded down jacket
Rick Owens x Moncler Genius logo-appliquéd Quilted Shell Down Bomber Jacket
Given that they were originally designed to keep British army officers warm and dry in the dark, dank trenches of World War I (hence the name), we're pretty sure these classic coats will be able to handle most anything a wet February day in the city might throw your way. These days, trench coats come in an endless range of cuts and fabrics—single or double-breasted? Belted or not? Cotton gabardine or Gore-Tex?—but the end result is always the same: you'll look elegant as hell in one, whether it's tossed on over a suit or a simple tee and jeans.
London Fog Plymouth belted twill trench coat
Arc'teryx Keppel trench coat
Kassl Editions original rubber trench coat
Burberry Kensington classic trench coat
You know that tired chestnut about the Inuit supposedly having 50 words for snow? (Apparently, it's true.) That's sort of the deal with topcoats. Call 'em an overcoat or a great coat, a balmacaan or a chesterfield. The list goes on forever. Each of those distinct styles varies slightly, but they're bound by a common denominator: they're long and tailored from a warm, dense fabric—generally wool or cashmere—and will keep you looking and feeling all-business in the face of chilly temps.
Abercrombie & Fitch wool-blend topcoat
Ami Alexandre Mattussi black & white wool mac coat
Todd Snyder Italian cashmere double breasted topcoat
Gucci red wool tweed coat
Beloved by generations of great Brits—from Winston Churchill to Paddington Bear—the duffle coat, with its heavy melton body and charming toggle closures, feels more relevant right now than it has in ages. Lean into its preppy energy by layering one over a chunky turtleneck and some horsebit loafers, or go full Raf Simons FW11 by wearing one with with your biggest, leather-iest pants.
Original Montgomery duffle coat
Alex Mill officer duffle coat in Italian melton wool
A.P.C. Edouard Duffel Coat
Prada mid-length duffle coat
You probably owned a great surplus store parka in high school, and the appeal remains the same: they're big, they're tough, they look killer with everything from thrashed jeans and boots to flannel trousers and brogues to cargoes and trail runners.
Everlane The ReNew long parka
Woolrich Arctic parka
The North Face check down parka
RRL Kodiak Arctic faux fur-trimmed padded shell hooded jacket
The peacoat has all the necessary hallmarks of a menswear staple: initially designed for the military (the US Navy, to precise) and once worn (devilishly well) by Steve McQueen. Try one with some slim jeans (a little flare optional!), beat-up boots, and the collar popped to maximize the '70s Robert Redford energy.