Best wrap coats 2018

The Meghan Markle effect is real. Every time the bride-to-be steps out in an outfit, it is sold out nationwide - and her extensive collection of wrap coats are no different.

Long on the fashion agenda, wrap coats are the all-purpose wear, investment piece that every woman should have in their wardrobe.

Just look to Markle, who needing a sophisticated piece that would also keep her warm, wore a white Line The Label wrap to announce her engagement to Prince Harry. Similarly, on Christmas day, the former Suits actress paired a long beige Sentaler wrap coat with all-brown accessories for a look that was fit for an audience with the Queen. But the star coat doesn't stop there. The wrap appeared as fittingly on royal visits to Birmingham and Wales where Markle wore a J Crew and Stella McCartney wrap coat respectively for outfits that were both weather appropriate as well as casual and chic.

The timeless piece acts a sophisticated accompaniment to any outfit, whether you pair it with straight-leg trousers and heeled boots for a day-to-day look à la Markle or over a cocktail dress for an evening ensemble.

Tap the trend with our favourite wrap coats available right now.

JDY Wrap Coat

Available online at ASOS, JDY’s black wrap coat is a sophisticated staple that you will wear time and time again. For work to the weekend, your wardrobe basics just got whole lot less basic. The coat features a wide cut-collar and belt fastening for a stylish look.

£38 | ASOS | Buy it now

Wrap Duster Coat

This leather look wrap coat from Topshop is not your traditional wrap coat. Whether you pair with neutral base layers to make the colour pop or with a clash of patterns for a chic look, you are bound to make a statement with this must-have.

£79 | Topshop | Buy it now

Magdelina Belted Wrap Coat

Set to add a splash of colour to your winter wardrobe, this wool blend jacket from Whistles features a classic lapel, wrap fastening and attached belt. It is also available in black.

£119 | Whistles | Buy it now

Ganni Wool-blend bouclé coat

Ganni’s loose-fitting wool-blend coat is designed for layering. Perfect for braving the snow, the all-purpose wear coat will ensure you don’t have to compromise on style when putting together your winter ensembles.

£290 | Net-A-Porter | Buy it now

Wool coat with wraparound collar

With a self-fastening tie to cinch the waist and add definition, Zara’s wrap coat offering will ensure you look super stylish while remaining cosy and warm. The wool blend, light grey coat can be paired with any outfit.

£119 | Zara | Buy it now

Osman Simona contrast-lapel shearling wrap coat

Stay cosy and warm this winter with tan brown wrap coat from Osman. Composed of 100% shearling, the jacket has a relaxed silhouette, bell sleeves and a self-fastening suede waist tie. The coat has a spacious fit and makes a sophisticated accompaniment to any look.

£1,519 | MatchesFashion | Buy it now

Plus Lydia Wool Look Wrap Coat

As part of Boohoo’s plus size and curve clothing range, your outerwear is about to get a major update with a low-cost take on a classic wrap coat. Also available in red and blue, this class design will help you recreate the sophisticated look for less.

£20 | Boohoo | Buy it now

Max Mara Manuela camel-hair wrap coat

A timeless style, Max Mara’s Manuela coat is composed of camel hair and features notched lapels and a waist-defining belt. This single-breasted jacket is the perfect statement finish to simple shirting and tailored trousers.

£1,305 | Selfridges | Buy it now

Wool-blend coat

Made of felted wool, the grey marl wrap coat at H&M has a tie belt at the waist for definition. The cosy coat is easy to wear and can be paired with any outfit for a day to night look.

£59.99 | H&M | Buy it now

Sentaler Long Wide Collar Meghan Markle Wrap Coat

The exact coat Meghan Markle wore on Christmas Day is now available for pre order after selling out immediately after the star paired it with a Club Monaco dress, a Chloé bag, Stuart Weitzman boots, and a Philip Treacy hat. The modern and feminine tailored piece in baby alpaca has a wide collar, slim fit, long length and a belted waist.

£1,090 | Walk in Style | Buy it now

Verdict:

This is a tough one, but our favourite has to be the JDY Wrap Coat on ASOS due to its versatility, especially the ability to pair it with any outfit as well as any occasion.