Men's Winter Jackets: The Styles to Wear This Season

Quick Answer: What Winter Jacket Should a Man Buy?

  • Wool overcoat: the most polished option, perfect over suits.
  • Car coat: a shorter wool-blend coat that works with suits and casual outfits.
  • Parka: the warmest choice for deep cold and long commutes.
  • Field coat or shirt jacket: ideal for fall and milder winter days.
  • Vegan leather jacket: a sharp casual layer for cooler weather.

If you only buy one, choose based on your lifestyle: an overcoat for office and dressy wear, or a parka for maximum warmth.

Canadian winters demand a jacket that keeps you warm, blocks wind and snow, and still looks good on the way to work or dinner. Here are the styles worth knowing.

The Wool Overcoat

A tailored wool-blend overcoat is the sharpest winter coat you can own. It looks great over a suit, a sport jacket or blazer, or a sweater and jeans. Many have a removable hood for practicality.

Choose: a length that covers your suit jacket. Read how to wear a topcoat with a suit.

The Car Coat

Shorter than an overcoat, a car coat is easy to drive in and works with both suits and casual outfits.

The Parka

For the coldest days, a parka is hard to beat. Look for a hood, a longer length and a protective shell.

Choose: a parka if you walk, take transit or spend long periods outdoors.

The Field Coat and Shirt Jacket

These are perfect for fall and milder winter days, and layer well over a sweater.

The Vegan Leather Jacket

A vegan leather or quilted vegan leather jacket adds an edge to casual outfits and smart casual looks.

How to Choose

  • Warmth: consider how cold it gets and how long you're outside.
  • Fit: leave room for a sweater or suit jacket underneath.
  • Length: longer coats keep you warmer and cover suit jackets.
  • Versatility: neutral colours work with more of your wardrobe.

Finish Your Winter Look

Add a scarf and a toque. See our guide to winter accessories, and learn how to layer for winter.

FAQ

What is the warmest type of winter jacket?

A parka with a hood is typically the warmest choice for Canadian winters.

What coat should I wear over a suit?

A tailored wool-blend overcoat or car coat long enough to cover your suit jacket.

Can I wear a parka over a suit?

For commuting, yes. For a more polished look, choose a wool-blend overcoat.

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Browse outerwear and winter jackets, and finish your look with winter accessories. Want help in person? Find one of our 80+ locations across Canada.

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