The purchase of the winter coat is perhaps the biggest of the shopping year. This is the one to spend as much as you can on, with regards to cash and time. The chances are it will be worn every day from now until mid-February. The Observer's fashion desk's favourite runway coats were at Burberry, Christopher Bailey's designs touched on the sixties trend in a modern way, with everything from primary brights to checks and classic camel. We were spoilt for choice. This week we have two trend galleries with the pick of outerwear for men and women this winter
Both Burberry Prorsum from burberry.com
Fashion editors: Jo Jones and Helen Seamons
Photographer: Kevin Foord
Models: Jeremy Young and Jessiann at Models 1
Hair and make-up: Juliana Sergot
Photograph: Kevin Foord
This is top of our wish list, the contrast leather sleeves are super chic and fashion forward. This coat will certainly make a statement
From topshop.com Photograph: PR
The Spanish label Hoss Intropia knows how to design chic feminine pieces for your wardrobe. The cord detail give this coat a striking silhouette, mix the tweed of the coat with chiffon and wool for an eclectic style
From hossintropia.com Photograph: PR
Sixties is a much easier trend to do than it would appear at first glance. Throw on a coat like this with knee boots or loafers and the hard work is done
From whistles.co.uk Photograph: PR
The clean lines and concealed button detail give this coat a timeless look. The detachable collar and cuffs create two look for the price of one, we say this is a must have
From cosstores.com Photograph: PR
The best antidote for a dull winters day, simply slip this on and add a vibrant hue to any outfit
From whistles.co.uk Photograph: PR
Add a touch of glamour and sparkle with this lurex flecked shearling collared coat that touches on the sixties trend. Wear with a midi thigh dress and accessorize with box handbag and snakeskin boots
From jaeger.co.uk Photograph: PR
The understated colour, flared skirt, belted waist, ragland sleeves and statement collar give this coat a seventies super luxe look. Wear with a cashmere jumper dress and knee high tan boots for a chic day look
From reissonline.com Photograph: Jamie Laing/PR
This season it's still all about contrasting sleeves. If you feel safe in a black coat then try being a little adventurous with a leather sleeve. Wear with a cropped trouser and ankle boot
By Maje from net-a-porter.com Photograph: PR
Put a bold pop of colour in this season's wardrobe. The stunning cocoon coat with statement buttons is sure to brighten the dullest of winter days, perfect with a high ankle boot
From marksandspencers.com Photograph: PR
We love Zara's patchwork coat homage to Celine. Style with a roll neck and sharp tailored trousers for a slick Autumn look
From zara.com Photograph: PR
