15 Plaid Coats to Keep You Warm

The plaid coat is a classic wardrobe essential that everyone should own. Even women who skew on the more simple, solid-colored side with their outerwear should try a plaid coat out, because it's sort of like a "starter" statement coat. It's more interesting than monochromatic outerwear, but still less splashy than a leopard or embellished topper. Basically, it's the perfect compromise: eye-catching, but not over-the-top, and plenty versatile, easily styled into a whole spectrum of outfits. Intrigued? Click through for some of our favorite plaid outerwear options, from capes to trenches to double breasted toppers.