Best of British winter fashion

Stylish winter warmers

Rule Britannia! Winter tailoring at it\'s most fabulous....The Good Housekeeping fashion team has picked the best coats from the British brands that reign supreme when it comes to wrapping up in style this winter. This season\'s chic looks take the mainstay of British tailoring and give it a smart, contemporary edge...

Styled by Jane de Teliga
Photographs by Juli Balla
Additional words and gallery composed by Kate Gilbert 

Flying the flag for fashion

Warm up in Laura Ashley\'s smart red coat, adding the splash of an oversize tartan corsage for a look that offers high impact (think Carrie in Sex And the City!), then sport a pair of bright kid gloves or snap on a shiny cuff - one of the must-have pieces this season.

 
Wool-mix coat, £99, 8-16, Laura Ashley (click here to buy, 0871 230 2301)
Wool-mix cardigan, £230, S-XL, Jaeger Collection (0845 051 0063)
Silk blouse, £37, 8-18, Principles (0870 122 8802)
Wool-mix trousers, £120, 10-18, and bag, £195, both from Ghost (020 8960 3121)
Gloves, £55, S-L, Aspinal of London (click here to buy, 0845 052 6900)
Corsage, £10, Freedom at Topshop (01277 844476)
Earrings, £98, Biba at Fiona Knapp (020 7313 5941) 

All wrapped up

Wrap up warm this winter and still look chic. Betty Jackson\'s long coat in a subtle navy and cream tweed, epitomises relaxed style for this season.

 
Wool-mix cost, £279, 8-16, Betty Jackson Two (020 7602 6023).
Wool poloneck, £115, XS-XL, John Smedley (01629 534571).
Wool-mix trousers, £109, 8-18, Fenn Wright Manson (01753 854856).
Lace-ups, £49.99, 3-9, Clarks (0844 477 7744).
Tights, £4.99, Pamela Mann at Tightsplease (0845 365 1221).
Silver and faux mother of pearl necklace, £15, Wallis (01277 844 464).
Silver and crystal ring, £110, Lola Rose (020 7372 0777). 

The ultimate candyfloss coat

A bold pink coat to brighten even the dullest of days. Mix it with silver and charcoal grey, rather than black, for a fresher, more sophisticated look this season.

 
Wool-mix coat, £265, 8-16, Betty Jackson Two (020 7602 6023).
Poloneck, £69, 8-18, Fenn Wright Manson (01753 854856).
Tweed trousers, £159, 8-18, Hobbs (020 7586 5550).
Ankle boots, £74.99, 3-9, Clarks (0844 477 7744).
Mock croc bag, £249, LK Bennett (0844 581 5881).
Silver pendant necklace, £43.50, Angie Gooderham, (020 7288 9840).
Ring, £110, Lola Rose (020 7372 0777).  

Winter pizzazz

Jaeger\'s investment piece will add drama to your winter wardrobe. Cinch it with a wide black belt for an alternative look.

 
Wool coat with leather trim, £899, 8-16, Jaeger Black (0845 051 0063).
Poloneck, £99, 8-16, Karen Millen (0870 160 1830).
Pencil skirt, £89.99, 6-16, LK Bennett (0844 581 5881).
Tights, £8.99, XS-XL, Levante (01277 232201).
Bangle, £48, and Ring, £19.50, both Angie Gooderham (020 7288 9840).  

Fabulous luxe layering

Marks & Spencer plunges into the luxury market with this sumptuous cashmere coat belted with the ease of a dressing gown. It\'s a beautiful piece that will warm you for many winters to come.

 
Cost, £499, 8-22, Marks & Spencer (0845 302 1234).
Short-sleeved knitted polo shirt, £39, 8-18, Principles (0870 122 8802).
Trousers, £20, 10-22, Debenhams (08444 561 6161).
Leather and patent flats, £125, 3-9, French Sole (01189 888800).
Leather bag with gold chain detail, £169, Modalu (0845 258 2426).
Gold plated bangles, £97.50 each, Angie Gooderham (020 7288 9840).  

Wear mod tartan this winter

A modern interpretation of Scottish heritage style. This tartan mohair coat with wide lapels will become a wardrobe staple.

 
Tartan Wool-mix coat, £150, 8-16, Laura Ashley (0871 230 2301).
Red cotton-mix cardigan with thin leather belt, £200, XS-XL, Thomas Burberry (020 8328 4221).
Skirt with ruffle on side, £30, 10-22, Debenhams (0844 561 6161).
Gold-plated silver chain with Swarovski crystal cross pendant (just seen), £204, Biba at Fiona Knapp (020 7313 5941).
Boots, £195, 2-10, Duo (0845 070 5588).
Tights, £7.99, XS-XL, Levante (01277 232301).  

Fabulous trench coat update

John Rocha keeps the trench current with luxurious leather. Layer it with orange and a flash of turquoise for a truly stylish update.

 
Trench Coat, £250, 8-18, Rocha. John Rocha at Debenhams (0844 561 6161).
Cashmere cardigan with suede elbow patches, £189, S-L, and Suede skirt, £395, 8-16, both Joseph (020 7610 8441).
Cashmere tank top, £149, 8-16, Brora (0845 659 9944).
Cotton-knit short-sleeved top, £28, 8-18, Betty Jackson. Black at Debenhams (0844 561 6161).
Boots, £249, Hobbs (020 7586 5550).
Tights, £8.99, XS-XL, Levante (01277 232201).
Leather bag, £65, J by Jasper Conran at Debenhams (0844 561 6161).
Acrylic resin necklace, £97.50, Angie Gooderham (020 7288 9840).
Tiger\'s eye ring, £89, Lola Rose (020 7372 0777). 

Highland Fling

The Seventies maxi skirt returns this season with Per Una\'s tartan and ruffles. Add a crisp white shirt and shiny-buttoned coat for fabulous winter style.

 

Wool double-breasted coat, £399, 8-16, Jaeger (0845 051 0063).
Cotton shirt, £35, 6-22, Next (0844 844 8939).
Wool-mix long skirt, £69.50, 8-20, Per Una at Marks and Spencer (0845 302 1234).
Ankle boots with gold metal detail, £249, 3-9. LK Bennett (0844 581 5881).
Patent bag with gold metal detail, £249, Russell and Bromley (020 7629 6903).

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