If you’re looking for a new sustainable coat or jacket to see you through Autumn and Winter (after donating your unwanted coats to Wrap Up London), here are some of our favourites.
Updated: September 2019
A trusty coat is the staple of any winter wardrobe – in fact, it’s probably going to be the most worn item over the next few months, and investing in high quality outerwear will see you through the cold for many years.
However, with so many materials involved – from plastic-based linings to animal-derived stuffings – before you even start narrowing down a style that you love, it can be challenging to find a coat that is also sustainable.
So with winter knocking at the door, we’ve selected a few of our favourite women’s winter coats to inspire you to wrap up ethically for many winters to come:
Waterproof Kimono, £295, On Good Authority
The perfect piece for year round versatile coverage! On Good Authority use recycled nylon and environmentally concious fabrics to create a beautiful waterproof kimono that offers a chic sollhouette while providing year round protection from the elements. A wardrobe essential for the fashion multi-taskers out there.
Danny Matt, £499, APPAREAL
The Danny Matt coat from APPAREAL is an expertly tailored trench style coat that transitions effortlessly from season to season. Made from fabric sourced from an audited solar-panel-powered factory, this retro luxury piece is kind to the planet as well as your coat-rack.
The Signature Buildable Parka, £895, Marfa Stance
The perfect blend of classic and cool, the signature parka is made from 99% cotton and 1% silk Italian gabardine. Make sure to check out their collars and quilts to build out this style to suit any season.
Meryl, the Sustainable Saharan Jacket, 630€, Jarod Pi
This fabulous jacket from Jarod Pi offers a feminie but free silhoutte that is made to empower the woman inside. Underneath this cool exterior it hides a lining made from 100% vegetable origin and an exclusive design from illustrator Elsie Enjalbert.
Lester Coat, £795, Mother of Pearl
This classic tan coat from Mother of Pearl is made of recycled wool and recycled cashmere, with a 100% bamboo silk lining, and is fully traceable from fabric to final product.
Atlas Coat, £675.73, Mara Hoffman
This gorgeous taupe coat from Mara Hoffman is made from 100% wool and has a removable belt so you can wear the coat fitted or unfitted. Mara Hoffman uses responsibly sourced organic, recycled, and regenerated materials whenever possible. The site includes an instruction manual for how to care for your garments to ensure that this coat will keep you warm for many winters to come.
Montana Coat, £460, Filippa K
This dark grey coat from Filippa K is made using recycled wool and mohair has a traceable and transparent supply chain. The coat is lined with polyester made from recycled plastic bottles, making it perfect for keeping you cosy on even the coldest days.
Nordic Winter Puffer, €112.50, Hoodlamb
This vegan version of the classic puffer parka jacket by Hoodlamb is made using lower impact materials than a traditional puffer coat. It has an organic hemp and cotton shell and Thermore® Ecodown® insulation made of recycled plastic bottles to keep you warm when the weather outside is frightful. Although faux fur can be a challenge in terms of the environment, this coat uses is Satifur, which is made using acrylic but also hemp, making it a great alternative.
UMA down coat, £250, Ecoalf
This close-fitting hooded coat from Ecoalf is made from recycled fishing nets and green down. It is also water-resistant to protect you from the cold and rain.
Monogram Parka, £850, Burberry
Stay stylish this winter with Burberry’s beautiful Monogram Parka, part of a capsule collection created using regenerated nylon by Econyl®.
Jackson Glacier Parka, $399, Patagonia
This technical parka from Patagonia has a 2-layer shell made of 100% polyester with a durable water repellent finish, which is bluesign® approved. The coat is insulated with 100% Recycled Down (duck and goose down reclaimed from down products).
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See our full list of recommended brands and our winter warmers guide for ethical knitwear.
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