By Shawna Healey
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Autumn has arrived with a vengeance and it has no doubt left many Brits scrambling for a new jacket to wear during the transitional season. The wet and cold weather is nobody’s friend and leaving the house with a jacket that protects you from the elements is a necessity. There are so many good autumn jackets available on the market – and Tog24’s Corlae Jacket is no exception. It typically costs £110 but shoppers can score 30% off with the discount code A W2530 applied at checkout, bringing the total down to a more reasonable £77. The jacket comes in a choice of four colours including ‘Warm Cloud’, which is a neutral off white, and in sizes eight to 24, all of which are still in stock. The waist-length coat has a diamond quilted design with insulated fill made from recycled plastic bottles and microfleece lining keeps you snuggly and warm, while also feeling great against the skin. READ MORE: Next’s £35 jumper is not only ‘eye-catching’ but has a unique feature for those who get too warm in traditional knits READ MORE: Regatta’s £120 Dryrobe jacket alternative available for £42 has shoppers buying two For those moments when the wind pipes up, you’ll appreciate the toggle adjusters on the hood, as they’re fully customisable to enable the hood to fit snuggly around your head and neck. Should the wind give way to some light drizzle, the Corlae has a DWR water-repellent coating meaning light rain simply glides off the coat. Elsewhere, Regatta’s Pack-It III Waterproof Jacket is available for £21.25 instead of £50 with the discount code AUTUMN15 applied. Featuring the brand’s waterproof Isotex 5000 fabric, it’s ideal for hiking, walking, festivals and other outdoor pursuits. Alternatively, Mountain Warehouse has reduced its Ioana Longline Softshell Jacket by 60%, now £39.99 instead of £99.99. Lightweight and breathable, it offers unrestricted movement and keeps you comfortable in any weather . Back at Tog24 the Corlae Jacket boasts an overall star-rating 4.4 out of five based on more than 40 reviews. One satisfied shopper said: “Lovely jacket for autumn – I love the design. Plenty of room so went down a size.” A second wrote: “Such an awesome buy. I haven’t stopped wearing it since I bought it. I intentionally went up two sizes so that I could wear layers underneath. Soft brushed fabric on the inside, warm zipped pockets. . I got it on sale too so absolutely worth it.” “Absolute bargain in the sale,” a third penned. “Lovely big pockets and although it is a short jacket, it is long enough to not be too short on my tall body. It looks lush, feels great and although only showerproof stood up to quite a long stint of an hour or so of rain and kept me dry and warm.” Among the not-so-glowing reviews, one shopper said the Corlae Jacket was ‘far too big’ and gave it a two-star review. It reads: “Lovely coat looks great but it was unfortunately far to big returned and ordered smaller size in the mauve but wish I had ordered the khaki one again instead.” But another loved their latest Tog24 purchase , adding: “Got in the sale so not my preferred colour choice but a bargain nonetheless. Lovely jacket, comfortably roomy enough for an extra layer underneath and just the right weight for between seasons.” The Corlae Jacket isn’t the only coat worth shopping in Tog24’s autumn sale, keep on reading for my top picks. Don’t forget to apply the discount code A W2530 at checkout to unlock 30% off. Cold wind is no match for the Raleigh Luxe Short Down Graphite Jacket’s mix of duck down and synthetic fill, thoughtfully distributed within the coat to hold in heat in the right areas while staying breathable – so you stay warm without any threat of sweating. Toasty comfort that lets you brave the cold without that uncomfortable, bulky feeling that can make winter wear such a pain. Those eye-catching chevron baffles aren’t just for show, although they do look fabulous. They’re designed to create perfect pockets of warmth, trapping heat in all the right places while the water-repellent DWR coating shrugs off light rain. Designed to look great and keep you dry, the Nova Waterproof Khaki Jacket looks great with any outfit thanks to its shaped hem and mid-length cut. Made from a tough, three layer fabric that’s been treated with a special water-repellent coating and with fully taped seams, it boasts and impressive 20k waterproof rating and will keep you dry in all but the heaviest rain. A two-way waterproof zip fastening means that you can seal the jacket against the elements but can get access easily when required. Additional waterproof zips on the pockets mean your valuables will be protected against the rain just like you are. Warmth and comfort fused with a flattering long-length silhouette is what makes the Orton Padded Dark Indigo Parka an excellent choice for your winter coat. With its insulated filling and trendy straight and chevron baffles, the Orton will keep you warm and looking great when out on wintery walks, or running errands in town. It also comes with toggle adjusters on the hood and waist that offer a neat “cinched-in” effect. Complete with a water-repellent coating, this coat can also provide some useful protection in drizzly conditions, while the two zip pockets keep your essentials safe and your hands warm. When it’s cold and windy, as it often is in the UK, you’ll stay warm and cosy wearing the Raleigh Long Insulated Washed Blue Jacket with wide, chevron panels that is super warm, wind resistant and comes with a high performance thermal filling made from recycled plastic bottles. Going out in Raleigh is like wearing a sleeping bag as it’s extra long, has a fixed hood with chunky drawcords and elasticated cuffs to keep the wind out. It still allows for a full range of movement and is easy to get on and off thanks to the full length, two-way zip that is concealed behind a panel that fastens with press studs. This super warm coat also has two lower zip up pockets that double up as hand warmers if you forget your gloves. The finishing touch is embossed rubber Yorkshire Rose badge on the sleeve. You know those freezing winter mornings when you’re torn between looking good and actually staying warm? The Kirkham Padded Long Dark Indigo Jacket gets it – and delivers both. This isn’t just a women’s coat, it’s a dependable friend who will never let you down when the temperature plummets. Wrapped in cosy quilting, this women’s coat locks the warmth in without piling on any bulk. Those flattering princess seams and slimmer side panels do all the hard work of shaping so you stay toasty and look sharp. The hood on this women’s padded jacket has toggle adjusters to keep out biting winds, and the hidden waist cinch lets you tweak the fit for extra warmth or a more defined silhouette, depending on the vibe. And when you’re juggling coffee, phone, and trying to find your keys, those secure zip pockets are a saving grace.
