THE HERITAGE CHECK
A tailored checked coat is the ideal accompaniment to a casual jeans and jumper look, and adds a masculine edge to pretty frocks and knee-high boots. The best kind are slim fit, but with roomy sleeves with space for a chunky knit, like this brown checked option from Sandro.
If you’d like one that will see you through the next four or five winters, choose slim lapels that won’t date as quickly as oversized ones, and a below-the-knee or longer length that is most elegant and will work with jeans, trousers and midi dresses.
Grey checks are the easiest to find on the high street, but a print with coloured detailing (head to Mango for blue, red and purple accents) will offer a fun but subtle update.