The best winter outerwear should, in the immortal words of the Wu-Tang Clan, “protect ya neck.” Because let’s be honest, looking chic means little if you’re leaving one of your most sensitive areas exposed to the elements. Thankfully, this season has been all about silhouettes that understand the assignment. First came the scarf jackets, those hybrid designs that, just as they sound, are one part scarf, one part jacket. But following hot on their heels is another neck-protecting style that I’ve been seeing pop up since the fall: the funnel-neck coat.
Its fashionable function comes in the form of a high, standing collar in the style of an old-school military coat, which can be buttoned closed to provide a built-in shield from frigid winter winds. And yet the elongated neckline doesn’t just serve a practical purpose—it also looks incredibly posh. With plenty of cold-weather days left ahead of us, now’s the perfect time to update your approach to bundling with one of these six funnel-neck coats, starting at less than $150.
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