Pick of the week

Buying a coat can be tricky - there’s so much choice that the indecisive can end up shivering their way through another month. This winter the catwalk says that all kinds of coats are acceptable, but some are more acceptable than others. We like double-breasted styles. They work well with many of the trends around this season - mannish trousers, the military look, power dressing - yet are classic enough to outlast them.

Mauve wool, £99
By Benetton
08453 899455 Photograph: PSC Photography

Princess style, £60
By H&M
020 7323 2211 Photograph: PSC Photography

Balloon sleeves, £70
By Uniqlo
020 8247 9200 Photograph: PSC Photography

Navy cashmere, £349
By Marks & Spencer
0845 302 1234 Photograph: PSC Photography

Plaid jacket, £240
By Whistles
0870 770 4301 Photograph: PSC Photography