Coat Alert: Military Chic

Is it getting chilly where you are? It is here and that’s time to think about some stylish layers.

Here’s the best part of the military chic coat trend, it’s not really a trend but a twist on classic styling that comes in and out of fashion every few seasons. Regardless of making the top trend list for any particular season, military chic always looks right because it’s a trend based on a classic.

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Hey, you might even be able to pull a military-esque coat out of your closet.

What you don’t want to do is invest in a coat with too much hardware or trendy details. Keep it clean and simple and a military coat will look chic for seasons to come. Talk about investment dressing.

How can you not resist one of these Military Chic coats? We pulled a batch to help you decide which version is right for you…

Lead photo: Smythe double-breasted coat at Nordstom’s