My personal coat collection currently sits somewhere between robust and slightly absurd. There are the trench coats (four), the wool coats (five), and the statement-makers—whether that’s a bold animal print (three), shearling (two), or a vibrant pop of colour (four)—and that’s just the start of it. But one design that’s been noticeably absent from my wardrobe, though not for much longer, is the tuxedo evening coat. And, it seems, every chic celebrity has already caught on.
What exactly do I mean by a tuxedo evening coat? Think of it as outerwear that fuses all the most polished elements of a tuxedo jacket—satin lapels, a sharp silhouette, or a jet-black shade—with the sophistication of a longline coat. Just look to Ariana Grande, Elle Fanning, and Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen for inspiration. The latter two, in particular, are behind the shape’s resurgence—it’s their label, The Row’s coveted Erdene coat, which all of these women have been snapped in.
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Frustratingly, as with all good things from The Row, it’s now sold out. But there are several equally elegant options to be found—from Dolce & Gabbana and Wardrobe NYC to Magda Butrym, to name a few. Scroll on to see my favourites.
Shop Tuxedo Coats:
Wardrobe NYC
Double-Breasted Silk-Satin Trimmed Wool Coat
For a more dramatic take on the tuxedo coat, choose a floor-skimming style such as this Wardrobe NYC option. Handily, it’s part of the Net-a-Porter sale.
Magda Butrym
Double-Breasted Wool-Blend Felt Coat
With satin lapels, this Magda Butrym coat absolutely leans into the tuxedo look. Plus, it’s on the Outnet with an impressive number of sizes still available.
The key investing in a tuxedo coat is choosing a style that’s expertly tailored, like this Arket option with crisp clean lines.
Dolce & Gabbana
Peak-Lapel Single-Breasted Coat
If ‘suited and booted’ is the aesthetic you’re after, the sharp shapes and exaggerated lapels of this Dolce & Gabbana coat is the one to opt for.
Few brands are more famous than Boss for elevated officewear and this black wool-blend coat proves exactly why.
COS
Tailored Metallic Wool-Blend Long Coat
This slightly shiny wool blend coat uses metallic threads to make it much more interesting.
VICTORIA BECKHAM
Double-Breasted Satin-Trimmed Grain De Poudre Coat
While maxi coats may look incredibly chic, trust me when I say they aren’t always the most practical pick. To avoid the extra trips to the dry cleaners, look for a slightly shorter style, such as this satin-trimmed pick from VB.
The Frankie Shop
Gaia Oversized Double-Breasted Wool-Blend Coat
Prefer the borrowed from my boyfriend look? The Frankie Shop’s oversized wool-blend black coat is sure to do the trick.
St Agni
Tailored Maxi Coat
Ask any fashion editor where their elevated basics are from and they’ll most likely say St Agni.
Topshop
Double Breasted Mensy Overcoat With Wool in Black
If you prefer your coats to be a little more comfortable, opt for a slightly oversized fit.
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