If there was ever a time to splurge on this wardrobe staple, it's now. A great coat not only makes winter feel more bearable, but it's also a little ray of sunshine that makes getting dressed each day fun. Style director Louise Hilsz shares four coat trends and how to layer them up with our favourite looks. Scroll below to find your favourite look.

The polar coat

Sweepstake Winners Big Ted Coat, $499. Sweepstake Winners Pastel Party Tartan Wide Leg pant, $299. New Balance 327 Sneakers, $160. Workshop Raquel Rib Sweater, $269. Hagen + Co Vibes earrings, $55. MAC Snob Lipstick, $35.

The trench coat

Aje Ryka Trench coat, $800. Christopher Esber trousers, $980, from Muse. Dior Stellaire1sunglasses, $695. Bottega Veneta Chain Cassette bag, $5005. Shiseido Essentialist Eye Palette 01 Miyuki Street Nudes, $75. Gucci Horsebit-chain boots, $1600.

A statement coat

Trelise Cooper Party On The Right Side Coat, $899. Ruby Ronnie Silk dress, $399. Stuart Weitzman Norah boots, $990, from Scarpa. Yu Mei Rebecca bag, $695. Dolce&Gabbana Dolce Rose EDT 30ml, $89.

A hooded coat

OOF WEAR Reversable coat, $849. Frame Denim Le Slouch jeans, $549. Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Platfrom sneaker, $115. Workshop Mohair Rib sweater, $298. Karen Walker Overdaze Taupe sunglasses, $369. Hourglass Illusion skin tint, $95.