Warm, waterproof but stylish jacket?

[Kitsilano]

Help me please style gurus!

I am looking for a jacket that I can wear for the walk to school in the winter, wear for Sunday walks in the park or by the river, goes with wellies but not "country", not a "winter sports jacket", not a puffa.

I'd like it to be water resistant, warm, stylish, prob black, mid thigh length, maybe belted...?

Budget is not too limited for the right jacket as I imagine it lasting a while.

Does such a thing exist or should I just give up and get an anorak?

I saw a quilted, belted, thigh length coat in a magazine. Think it may have been from New Look maybe?

I have just ordered this Merrell one on recommendation of a mumsnetter.

I'll let you know when it arrives. Merrell do two or three similar styles, varying warmths. Colours seem to be limited to brown or olive green though.

Couldnt see anything on the New Look website but I think I want to spend a bit more than New Look prices for something really warm that will last.

The Merrell one looks quite good - quite long though? And I did want something black.

It would be great if you could let me know what you think when it arrives nowwhatdoidony

Any other thoughts?

I've seen Aigle coats advertsied and a friend swears by them. They're advertised by Kate Humble from the wildlife programmes and look really snug and warm. I think they're around the £150 mark but are worth it.

i liek the long puffas north face do

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I'm watching this with interest
I live on the coast and it became geim this weekend...bad enough for me to think...mmmm..Berghaus
Anything better and sytlish I'm game for. Otherwise I'll be storming around dressed like Brian Blessed

Another Merrell.

yes the Aigle Sugey] is the current front runner IMO out there - the fur comes off, as does the hood, but is pricey.

some goo dsuggestions on this thread too

Aigle Sugey looks VERY nice - any idea if it is warm or just waterproof?
Off to check out other thread - thanks

I've got the one that Dexter linked to in dark brown.

It is lovely and warm, and really comfy. It was £100 from Go Outdoors and worth every penny!

oh it is def warm - the 'quilted lining' is the giveaway!
Have a google for more info - I just linked to the place I found it cheapest

Other thread is identical! Clearly I am not alone in my quest.

So far have narrowed it down to these 2

North face Boulevard

or

Aigle Sugey

I also have the merrell Dexter linked to in dark brown, the warmest coat I have ever had, perfect for my very long school run, 20 minute walk, 30 minute wait between one child getting out and the other one finishing school, then 20+ minute walk home.

It is incredibly warm (I live in the NE Scotland), very waterproof and it is okay style wise, not high fashion, but fits the remit perfectly.

I have got the Aigle and it is very waterproof and quite warm, but not as warm as quilted stuff obviously

that website mrsB linked has very good speedy service

I faffed for ages looking for the same kind if thing. Almost went for an Aigle but as am on maternity leave felt a little queasy about the price. I pottered into Gap a couple of weeks ago and they have knee length down coats. Stylish. Not fantastically waterproof but it would appear you can't have everything. Cost £80 (half the Aigle prices). I like it - they do it in black and brown.