Everyday coat for commute - not puffy?

[ScumbagDave]

Looking for a coat which isn't super puffy, but it reasonably warm.

Needs to be water proof / shower proof. Not super smart but not dowdy either.

I'm quite booby, so I need something with a waist.

In either black, green or navy. Not camel or brown.

Has anyone seen anything which fits the bill?

I'm 5'10" and a size 18.

I'm about your size (16 and 5 11" very booby)and I have a didrikson coat. Waterproof warm black. It's not super stylish but it does have a waist.

I've always found a parka best for commuting. I remember the first year I caved and bought one (previously always wore smart wool coats) and the warmth and joy of not having to carry an umbrella 😁 You can get ones that cinch in at the waist. I'm shorter than you but same size and booby and I do think they're flattering.

Oh thanks for these! Yes, I was thinking parka...I've found a khaki, waterproof one in Mountain Warehouse, but I can't decide if I'm going to look cool, sort of military chic with my black ankle boots and khaki coat or...as if I should be out on the fells 🤔

www.mountainwarehouse.com/034560-street-womens-waterproof-padded-jacket-p28368/khaki/#tabArea

It's this one^^

I've ordered it to try on. I think it's ok for commute? Not super stylish or smart, but that's ok for my commute. And it's waterproof and has some padding for warmth.

Also seems to have a bit of a waist.

Have a look at the protected species winter parka . It's speedy but it's fabulous.

@ScumbagDave

www.mountainwarehouse.com/034560-street-womens-waterproof-padded-jacket-p28368/khaki/#tabArea

It's this one^^

I've ordered it to try on. I think it's ok for commute? Not super stylish or smart, but that's ok for my commute. And it's waterproof and has some padding for warmth.

Also seems to have a bit of a waist.

It also comes in Navy?

Thanks StC! Sadly not available in my size in the navy colour, which I also like.

Is there a reason you need to look particularly smart while travelling to and from work?!

I'd go for the most practical, comfortable, waterproof option if I were you. It doesn't matter if it isn't 'office smart' as you won't be wearing it once you walk through the door!

The Mountain Warehouse coat looks pretty good. I wear something similar as I have a long walk and it's often in the rain. I add waterproof overtrousers and a waterproof backpack cover if I don't want to bother with an umbrella.

But if it's REALLY wet, I stop caring entirely what other people think and wear this, with really high quality comfortable wellies. :-)
www.amazon.co.uk/Fortress-320-Large-Waterproof-Coverall/dp/B008VNH2AE?tag=mumsnetforu03-21

I saw this on YStyleireland on IG last week and thought it looked very smart, as the belt is a proper "keep you in" belt and also looks quite glam.

It's quite long but if you're 5'10 you'll be fine (so is she I believe, or 5'11). If you want to check it out on her it's in her River Island highlights towards the very end.

blib, no, I really don't have to look smart on commute, but would like to look not too crap or shabby.

I love you coveralls! Do you have the bright yellow ones?

That's lovely Elspeth, although it may be a little bit too puffy for me, even with the belt. I'm quite broad so puff can add bulk which I really don't need. Also not keen on shiny puff jackets on myself. That looks a tiny bit shimmery I think.

Regatta has a lot of options and smart looking parkas as well

Hobbs waterproof trench coat? Think they have it in green and camel. Hard wearing fabric.

I have actually just had to sell a lovely trench coat from COS, as I never wore it! A beautiful coat though.

Regatta might be a good place to look actually, thank you.

I got a fab one from regatta last year. Thermal lining. Not puffy. Bit of furry lining in the hood and along the cuffs and zip line. Khaki coloured. Love it.

This one

www.regatta.com/womens-remina-waterproof-insulated-parka-jacket-dark-khaki/

Seasalt Janelle is brilliant. Not too padded but warm, waterproof and a variety of colours.

I like the M&S hooded one in khaki. I didn’t find it too puffy, it’s lovely.
www.marksandspencer.com/en-be/the-quilted-coat/p/P60506345.html