When the summer sun fades for good and the temperature drops, I’m always a little sad to move my summer dresses to the back of my closet. That being said, clearing all my summer wear leaves a ripe open space for my favourite fall fashion item: coats. While this season has brought back some of our favourite styles of the past, it has also spawned some new, unique combinations for fall 2016. Here are six of the essential fall Coat trends you’ll want to wear all season.

Trend #1: Plaids

Wilfred Free Neelam Coat, $250 CAD, Aritzia

Native Youth Brushed Plaid Duster Coat, $71.80 CAD, ASOS

Trend #2: Utility jackets

Long utility jacket, $118 CAD, The Gap

Coat 4120, $248 CAD, Oak and Fort

Trend #3: Long Bombers

Diggin’ On You Maxi Bomber Jacket, $120 CAD, Nasty Gal

Vero Moda Petite Contrast Long Line Formal Bomber, $135.63 CAD, ASOS

Trend #4: Oversized Drapes

Oversized Knitted Coat in Wool Blend With Shawl Collar, $139 CAD, ASOS

Coat 4140, $148 CAD, Oak and Fort, $148 CAD

Trend #5: Extra Large Lapels

River Island Belted Robe Coat With Double Lapel, $169.53 CAD, ASOS

Hanne Trench Coat, $329 CAD, Club Monaco

Trend #6: Moto Inspired

Ecote Leslie Surplus Moto Jacket, $164 CAD, Urban Outfitters

Oversized Bouclé Moto Jacket, $36.99 CAD, Forever 21

What style are you coveting this season? Let us know in the comments!

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