Holy grail of warm waterproof winter coat

[Claymoreiron]

I looked but can’t find a recent thread on this. I need to replace my aged and not very waterproof puffa coat.

Needs To be mid thigh at least, waterproof and insulated. Can’t afford NF and I’m not a huge fan of things that are waisted, what are all the school run mums and dog walkers buying in preparation for the winter?

I found a beautiful waterproof down NF coat for dog walking on Vinted for £70 that looks like it’s never been worn. Otherwise, Uniqlo usually has down/ puffa coats that are reasonably priced. May be water ‘resistant’ rather than water ‘proof’, though.

Have a look at Seasalt

Didrikson is my go to. Mine is great and my adult ds followed my lead and got one too.

Following with interest!

Don’t like Seasalt

Elvine do warm and waterproof puffers! Mine has been great for me and I live in Scotland.

www.elvineclothing.com/collections/womens-jackets

I mean I wasn’t a seasalt lover either but the seasalt Janelle is hard to beat for a shit weather dog walking coat!

https://www.seasaltcornwall.com/janelle-knee-length-waterproof-raincoat

I have a waterproof puffer from Uniqlo which is water resistant. Technically its not water proof but it holds up well and I wore it all last winter. I think it was about £100

I have a Schoffel shooting jacket which is now on its 6th year and still looks like new. Warm, windproof, waterproof, removable hood. Not cheap but worth the money so far.

Trespass Audrina. £40 on M&M. The absolute best winter puffa coat ever. And it's not a horrible bulky puffa either

My north face parka is indestructible and keeps me lovely and warm. I’ve had it 6 years and it’s as good as new despite hours being a football mum and everything else.

I've got a Didrikson and a Seasalt Janelle. Both would work for what you need.

I got this one in a different colour a few years ago and still going strong. Recommend searching White Stuff either new or second-hand on Vinted. Good quality and warm. https://www.whitestuff.com/p/4297/sloane-quilted-coat/DK_GREEN

Another vote for Seasalt - I have had this one for a few years. It's warm and waterproof, great for school run. https://www.seasaltcornwall.com/plant-hunter-womens-waterproof-coat

Not sure how it would hold up somewhere extremely cold though (I'm in London). Not sure id rely on it for a winter trip to e.g. Iceland!

In TKMAXX yesterday the rails were stuffed with such coats in a huge range of styles and sizes and with a huge range of prices. I fail to see how anyone couldn’t find something in there. A few years ago I actually found a Didrikson’s parka for £49.99. It’s brilliant.
Trespass coats are very good too, and nicely cut.

M&S thermowarmth or their stormwear jackets, I thought great value for money and useful pockets!

Scandi brands are the best; they don't mess about when it comes to practicality, but are a bit more stylish than some. Didrikson's, Ilse Jacobsen... Pricey but there are usually a fair few on Vinted. I also got a good Ilse Jacobsen one online from an outdoors shop nowhere near me; just google your chosen brands + sale.

I have this from mountain warehouse. It's been great and I'm outdoors quite a bit with dogs and kids. I have worn it on the school run and even had some compliments on how nice it is!

www.mountainwarehouse.com/p/025440/mw/alaskan-womens-3-in-1-long-waterproof-jacket/khaki/

Orla Kiely’s waterproof longline jacket is half price at the moment and ticks all your boxes. (Size down though). It’s really good quality.

Lands End makes fabulous waterproof winter coats with brilliant pockets. I live in an area with harsh winters (upstate New York), and their Squall Parka is my go-to. They also last forever, and the customer service is excellent.

https://www.landsend.co.uk/Women/Coats_Jackets/Winter_Coats/ix-11312

Thank you everyone. Some great suggestions there. Off to Google them

Didrikson - bought mine 2nd hand. Warm. Waterproof. Love it. Washes well too.

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Baleno Kensington with the zip in fleece or gilet. Loved my dog walking coat so much I bought another one for smart!!

Another vote for mountain warehouse!

Ilse Jacobsen without question..

I have three I different colours.. love them..lovely colours, fit, wash well..and coat warm within ugh feeling bulky

https://www.ilsejacobsen.com

Another vote for Didrikson. I took mine to the Norwegian coast in February and was toasty.
i also have a Seasalt Janelle for those slightly warmer/less cold days.

But which particular Ilse Jacobsen coat?

which Didrikson coat?

I have the Seasalt Janelle and it does the job but it is quite heavy and ugly and plasticky but maybe thst is unavoidable. Keeps me warm and dry though so should not be do bitchy about it 😁