Marc by Marc Jacobs

The Marc By Marc Jacobs take on the classic swing coat is kept fresh with a playful, bubble-like pattern. This is the kind of coat that will work with everything from baggy trousers to a sparkly cocktail number at the end-of-year Christmas parties.

D&G

As D&G took a more serious direction for the second season in a row, tartan was key on the catwalk. the svelte fit of this coat is perfect, perfect over prim, pussy-bow blouses and, for the brave, with checked tights.