Minimalist fashion lover Jessica Skye wears her Totême scarf coat so well. Let the outerwear do the talking, and keep the rest of your look simple with jeans and heeled ankle boots.
If there’s one thing I can guarantee about autumn—aside from the fact that everyone will put up a pumpkin-picking post on Instagram—it’s that you will see a lot of scarf-stylecoats. From chic camel styles to darker shades with contrast stitching, it’s clear that they’re having a moment.
This is in large part due to the ever-growing popularity of the Totême icon, which continues to sell out as soon as it is restocked but also because this style jacket hits the fashion trifecta. It’s stylish, versatile and keeps you warm. What’s not to love?
Who What Wear contributor Monikh Dale managed to be one of the lucky few to get the contrast-stitch Totême iteration. Swoon.
We’re not the only ones to note the power of this holy trinity, with every brand from Whistles to Balenciaga launching their own iterations of the style in their own aesthetics. One such brand is high-street favourite COS, which just today released a ridiculously chic navy version that got the whole Who What Wear team talking.
Now here at Who What Wear, we firmly believe that every item you buy should be viewed as an investment, with ample time to consider just how the piece will work in your existing wardrobe and how much wear you’ll get out of it before you head to checkout. But every so often, a high-street hit like this jacket comes along, and we just know, deep down, it’s a winner. And if the COS number isn’t quite right for you? Don’t worry. We’ve rounded up all the best scarf-style coats and jackets available right now. Just take your pick and enjoy the compliments!
Savina Chow looks incredibly chic in this longer scarf coat style.
We’ve been waiting for a perfect high street alternative to Toteme’s incredible (but rather expensive) scarf jacket—COS has just answered our prayers.
The OG scarf jacket, you could say.
I love, love, love the full-black version of that Tôteme style. An early Christmas present to myself, maybe?
This chocolate brown is a new shade for autumn 2023, and I LOVE.
This has a removable scarf which makes it extra versatile.
These Reformation styles have already sold out and been restocked once, don’t miss out again!
Absolutely no one will guess this pinstriped style is from the high street. I love its relaxed, almost smary draped shape and scarf collar that can be effortlessly wrapped around the shoulders. The perfect way to add style to a working wardrobe.
This sell-out White Company coat is back in stock (but probably not for long)
You can always count on Isabel Marant designs to be classic with a cosy edge.
I can’t decide if I love the cream or navy version best!
This shorter jacket version is so chic.
An expensive-looking style for under £100, what’s not to love?
Hello, coat of dreams. Yes, this is an investment, but its classic cut and colour ensure it will be a wardrobe staple forever.
This timeless style is on sale!
A black wool style will go with everything.
This looks sooo cosy.
It’s giving Rupert Bear vibes (in a fashion way, of course). I’ll be wearing this with dark-wash denim and a relaxed knit.
In between a scarf and a coat, the draping on this looks so designer.
