The horrific downpour one Start team member found herself in this weekend, officially signalled the end of the Indian summer everyone has been talking about.   Fine by us, because we’ve been coveting a winter coat for months.  It’s that eternal style conundrum, when do you buy your winter coat?  Are you first of the blocks the second the AW08 collections come in when it’s still boiling outside in early July? Or do you hold back to the very last minute and panic buy after you’ve been caught in a blizzard?  We suggest now is the perfect time to make the investment.  A coat is the one item of your wardrobe you can pretty much guarantee to wear every day for months so why not get one you really, really love.

Moncler, renowned for their incredible padded ski wear have created the ultimate Winter coat. If you want to be kept warm look no further than this double breasted, funnel neck coat.  The duvet inspired coat is guaranteed to make you feel like you didn’t leave your bed and it’s stylish design means you won’t look like the Michelin man. If you want to be bang on trend then this See by Chloe purple coat is ideal. Purple is a huge trend for AW08 and the 70s style gives off a relaxed, casual vibe.  Pair it with jeans for the day and a classic handbag like this Mulberry Bayswater bag. If you want all out drama, then look to Lungta De Fancy, a designer who is exclusive sold at Start.  This black puffy frill coat is warm and couture inspired.  The dramatic frills give off an air of dark romance.  Pair with lace tights for an extremely stylish outing.

Best of luck finding your perfect coat!

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