Next's gorgeous £64 winter coat in trending chocolate brown is 'so thick and warm'

As winter draws near, the frequency of rain showers is on the rise. However, staying dry doesn't mean you have to sacrifice your fashion sense. Next offers a range of coats that are both functional and fashionable, including theChocolate Brown Shower Resistant Padded Puffer Hooded Mid Length Coat. Not only will it keep you dry, but at £64, it's also versatile enough to match with various outfits.

Next describes the coat as: "Take on the elements in our shower resistant padded coat. Made from a durable and shower resistant fabric, this mid length coat will keep you warm and dry during winter. Complete with pockets, a hood and zip fastening, it's a cold season staple."

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Next shoppers were quick to express their admiration for the coat. An anonymous reviewer commented: "Lovely and warm, plus it's nice and thick, so when it's windy you don't feel it , not like other coats I've bought. Looks nice on, feels nice, just what I wanted."

Charlie commented: "Love this coat very warm goes with a lot of my outfits it looks more expensive than it is also true to size."

However, not everyone was as satisfied, with one reviewer expressing dislike for the collar. An anonymous reviewer remarked: "Lovely length coat and felt warm but I did not like the very bulky collar so had to return it. Would have liked just a simple hood."

In other coat news, John Lewis offers the Water Repellent Belted Trench Coatfor £139, available in black and camel. For those on a budget, Lands' End has the £80 Women's Waterproof Trench Coat. With its stand collar and buttoned epaulettes, it merges the timeless style of a trench coat with the practicality of a raincoat.