Winter jackets are a must-have item in your wardrobe. But, unlike sweaters and sweatshirts, you typically don't have dozens of them hanging up in your coat closet, so you want to ensure the ones that are hanging up are the crème de la crème of outerwear, or at least ultra-warm and durable enough to last you several seasons. And, of course, style is also key, since it's typically the most visible item in a winter ensemble. "Whether dressed up or down, a winter coat can be the perfect fashion finishing piece," says Christina Petry, a stylist and owner of Red Carpet Ready Personal Styling. "No matter what your lifestyle is, a great winter coat is essential," she adds, noting that a stylish coat can tie together an entire look. That said, winter coats are also about so much more than style — they need to be ultra-functional, too. With that in mind, we set out to find the best women's winter coats and tested dozens of styles so that you don