Dressing for spring can be tricky with the ever changing weather so that’s why finding a good spring coat for women can help you transition through the seasons. The weather in spring is often a tale of two halves. One minute, you’ll be basking in the beautiful sunshine, the next, seeking emergency cover from an April shower. That’s why you need to think about bringing another layer with you when you’re out and about to keep you warm and dry.
Spring is a time of transition, and your wardrobe should reflect that. While the drizzle and downpours still come in from time to time, the weather is just that bit too warm for a full-on winter coat. What you need is a versatile, lightweight spring coat that can be layered with a jumper or cardigan for extra warmth as and when you need it, which can also be paired with a t-shirt and a nice dress the closer to summer we get.
Best spring coats for women at a glance:
• Our favourite: M&S Cotton Rich Longline Trench Coat – Buy now on M&S
• Best tailored coat for spring: Phase Eight Daisy Tailored Coat – Buy now on Phase Eight
• Best lightweight coat for spring: Ludlow Lightweight Waterproof Coat – Buy now on Cotton Traders
When searching for the best spring coat for women, you’ll want to look for an outwear piece that can take you from crisp mornings to balmy afternoons and cool evenings. Think lightweight trench coats in timeless neutral colours and denim or cotton jackets for a cool and casual look. If you’re someone that enjoys spending time going for long walks in the great outdoors, you may want to look for a waterproof coat or jacket that can be folded away in your bag so you can put it on at the first sign of rain.
To give you inspiration of the kind of coats and jackets you may want to include in your wardrobe this season, we’ve searched far and wide to find the best spring coats for women with a range of styles to suit all-weathers and shapes. If you’d prefer to shop for your own spring jacket or coat, we’ve also rounded up a list of our favourite retailers to buy coats and jackets from in our FAQs.
The best spring coats and jackets for women
Our favourite
M&Swww.marksandspencer.com
Both practical and stylish, this M&S Cotton Rich Longline Trench Coat is seriously on-trend. The double-breasted design is cut to a regular fit, with button fastenings and a buckled belt as the waist for a neat and snatched in look. It also has a stormflap at the back to keep out wet weather.
Customer review: "I love this coat, it’s made beautifully, and looks and feels just like the one Claudia Winkleman wore and which cost her £1800!"
Sizes: UK 6-24
Best tailored coat for spring
Phase Eightwww.phase-eight.com
If you've got a wedding, christening or any other special occasion marked in the calendar for spring, the Phase Eight Daisy Tailored Coat will keep you looking smart and feeling dry. We love the bow detailing on that bag for that extra touch of femininity.
Customer review: "Excellent quality and design. Perfect for my daughter’s wedding."
Sizes: UK 6-20
Best lightweight coat for spring
Cotton Traderswww.cottontraders.com
Lightweight, waterproof and breathable, what more could you want from a spring coat? The Ludlow Lightweight Waterproof Coat from Cotton Traders is easy to carry around as it can be folded up small. It's also packed with all the practical features you'd expect from a waterproof with a grown-on hood with an elasticated drawcord, elasticised cuffs and a zip-fastening front with a popper-fastening storm flap.
Customer review: "I was looking for a light hooded jacket to take to Athens in May. This is ideal. Very comfortable and has a nice length and fit. I ordered a 2XL (normally a size 24) which fit fine."
Sizes: S-3XL
Best camo jacket for Spring
Bodenwww.boden.co.uk
It may have camo in the name, but the Islington Camo Jacket is made to stand out. It has embroidery patches on the sleeves and pockets as well as floral details on the collar. Pair with your favourite denim, a plain white tee and trainers for effortlessly cool daytime styling.
Sizes: UK 4-22
Best linen cotton blend jacket for spring
Seasalt Cornwallwww.seasaltcornwall.com
A versatile wardrobe staple, the Nancothan Long Organic Cotton Jacket is ideal to wear on those days when you need an additional layer. It has a relaxed fit and it's slightly longer in length so it offers good tum and bum coverage. It's finished with utility-style pockets to complete the style.
Customer review: "I just love this jacket perfect for springtime and will be worn for my spring holidays. Great length on me and I love the colour which makes it a wee bit different from a denim jacket. Looking forward to adding a nice scarf and I’m sure I’ll get a lot of wear out of it."
Sizes: UK 8-28
Best waterproof coat for spring
Seasalt Cornwallwww.seasaltcornwall.com
For those unexpected yet completely expected April showers, this Fulmar Waterproof Coat will keep you nice and dry. This nautical-style parka comes with a drawcord on the hood and at the waist so you can adjust the fit to exactly how you like it. This will be a favourite to keep you dry from drizzle to downpours.
Customer review: "This is a beautiful summer raincoat. The colour is just lovely and I might be excused for hoping for showery weather so I can wear it. A Seasalt classic. I bought a larger size to accommodate a cosy jumper on cooler days."
Sizes: UK 8-28
Best reversible jacket for spring
Monsoonwww.monsoon.co.uk
A 2-in-1 jacket? Yes please. This Rita Reversible Jacket from Monsoon features a quilted floral fabric on one side while the other displays a khaki finish with floral trims so you can switch up your style to suit your outfit. It's cut with a round neck and zip front with pockets on both sides.
Customer review: "From ordering to delivery, all prompt and easy to do, no problems. Jacket is gorgeous and good quality, love the option of it being reversible! A delight for Spring!"
Sizes: S-XXL
Best denim jacket for spring
FatFacewww.fatface.com
A denim jacket is a wardrobe staple but add a pop of pink colour and it's simply perfect for spring. Crafted from super soft cotton with a bit of stretch, it'll feel nice and comfortable on your skin. The Tasha Denim Jacket from FatFace is best styled with a maxi dress and sandals or relaxed jeans and trainers.
Customer review: "Lovely soft jacket. Fits really well and is a great colour."
Sizes: UK 6-24
FAQs
What is the perfect coat for spring?
The perfect coat for spring is one that can be popped on to add an additional level of warmth when it's chilly out. That's why jackets are usually the best type of coat for spring as you can layer one over whatever you're wearing that day. As spring is usually full of short showers and drizzle, you may also want to consider one that's waterproof to keep you nice and dry during rainy spells.
Where to buy spring coats and jackets for women
If none of our top picks have taken your fancy and you’d like to shop for a coat or jacket that is a better fit for your own personal style, here are some of our favourite retailers where you’ll find some lovely spring coats and jackets:
Seasalt Cornwall coats and jackets
Monsoon jackets
Cotton Traders coats and jackets
Fat Face coats and jackets
Boden coats and jackets
M&S coats and jackets
John Lewis coats and jackets
Rosie Floyd is a Pets, Homes and Garden Product Writer for Yours, specialising in home appliances, décor and furnishings, as well as all things dogs. After completing her Journalism & Media degree from Coventry University back in 2015, she started her career writing about must-visit holiday destinations, moving on to creating content around outdoor living and garden buildings, before joining the team at Bauer.