The Scarf Coat Returns: Autumn’s Sleekest Coverup is Back

Part scarf, part coat — this hybrid piece isn’t just a trend, it’s a seasonal essential

There are many notable moments in fashion history, one of which occurred in November 2022 when Toteme's Whipstitch Scarf Coat first appeared on the scene and like a moth to a flame, it garnered the attention of the fashion set.

Subsequently, women were seen donning it worldwide, and it became instantly recognisable and akin to a marker of quiet luxury. Featuring a cape-like silhouette, blanket stitch border, slight bouclé touch (due to the raised profile), and fringed scarf, it was like no other piece we'd seen before.

Fast-forward to Autumn/Winter 2025, and the scarf coat has become a key outerwear staple for the colder months. It has even evolved from its original coat silhouette into jackets and sweaters, demonstrating how this technical design is not only stylish but also highly practical.

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Ferragamo, Burberry, Sportmax - Autumn/Winter 2025

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Allowing for extra coverage without needing to carry additional layers, it's no surprise that the style set can't get enough. Over on the AW25 runways, brands like Ferragamo, Burberry, and Sportmax showcased their own interpretations, enhancing the original silhouette with checkered prints, thick asymmetric cuts, and long fringe detailing.

PARIS, FRANCE - OCTOBER 01: Pirrie Wright is seen wearing black sunglasses, a blue Fidan Novruzova coat, black shoes and holding a black Maison Alaia bag outside of Alainpaul during the Womenswear Spring Summer 2026 as part of Paris Fashion Week on October 01, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by 305pics/Getty Images)

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And of course, even though our job requires us to study trends and their evolution with enthusiasm, it ultimately affects our sense of style. Convincing us to invest in a trend or two now and again, especially when we find a cult buy that breaks the mould and we know we'll find ourselves wearing it for many seasons to come.

With that in mind, the scarf coat is a trend-inspired piece we've given our complete seal of approval. So if, like us, you’ve fallen for this piece, you’ve come to the right place, as we've scoured the internet for timeless scarf coats worth the investment. Below, see our full edit.

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Jazzria Harris
Freelance Fashion & Beauty Writer

Jazzria Harris is a freelance fashion and beauty journalist with over 8 years experience working in the industry. At just 4ft 11, she’s an expert in petite dressing and previously wrote the column Jazz’s Short Stories giving tips and advice on dressing for petite proportions. Her wardrobe staples are a great black blazer, a hardworking slip skirt and of course a great pair of heels (for the extra inches, of course). Jazz has written for publications including ELLE UK, heat magazine, Eliza, Women & Home and more.