COAT CHECK

There’s a chill in the air and the days already feel like they’re getting shorter ... September is definitely here. But for the next few weeks, before the rainy season starts (officially, anyway) and it’s time to pack away our summery dresses for another season, we’re all about keeping these pieces in rotation and simply piling on the outer layers, writes Vancouver Sun’s REBECCA TAY. Here are our top five trans-seasonal coats that’ll let you hang on to your warm-weather wardrobe just a tiny bit longer.

ONE SHADE OF GREY

Leave it to Mackage, the brand known and loved for its well-made, well-fitting outerwear, to create a wool maxi coat that’s surprisingly lightweight. A touch of cashmere (10 per cent to be precise) and leather-trimmed pockets up its luxe factor, while a tie belt is a feminine finishing touch. Holt Renfrew, holtrenfrew.com | $790

CAPE TOWN

A cape is the ideal early-autumn piece: most styles leave your arms exposed, making them slightly impractical later on in the season. This belted, camel version by Toronto-based designer Bojana Sentaler is made from a luxe baby alpaca and merino blend. Sentaler, sentaler.com | $995

UTILITY ROOM

Every wardrobe calls for a jacket you can throw and go — go hiking, go for brunch, go away for the weekend, go shopping. This ‘Platoon’ jacket by TNA is a classic, thanks to its versatile, wear-over-anythingand-with-everything shape. TNA by Aritzia, aritzia.com | $135

BACK TO SCHOOL

September signals the start of another school year — and even if our collegiate days are long gone, the look is still one we love. This all-black nylon varsity jacket features full leather sleeves and a sleek, streamlined silhouette. Roots, roots.com | $358

PINK PARTY

A satin pink bomber? Why, yes, please. This is a style you know you need — and you know you need to not spend a fortune on. Style yours à la Rihanna and wear over a crop top and skinny jeans, or flash it back to the ’90s by teaming with a black slipdress and Converse. H&M, hm.com | $39.99