Inspiration for those yet to find their perfect new winter coat.

<p>Choosing your new <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/womens/coats-jackets/D1M1G20C6,default,sc.html" target="_blank">winter coat</a> can be a lengthy process - do you go for the <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/article/winter-coats">hottest new trends</a>? Stick with something similar to last year, or focus on the style that&rsquo;ll ultimately be the warmest?</p><p>With the British winter prone to lingering, you know you&rsquo;ll be wearing your coat for months to come, so it&rsquo;s wise to give the decision due thought.</p><p>While we&rsquo;ve got tons of <a href="http://lifeandstyle.asda.com/fashion/discover-a-world-of-coats/">great coat ideas in the new George collection</a>, Pinterest is also proving to be a handy tool in predicting the biggest coat trends of the year.</p><p>From what other women are searching for to the pins and images they&rsquo;ve saved, the social network is a hive of fashion and style inspiration.</p><p>So to help you choose the right coat for you, we&rsquo;ve rounded up the most popular trends currently charting on Pinterest, with some great styling tips to boot. Ready for a winter wardrobe makeover?</p><h2>Military Coats</h2><p>From army inspired khaki to longer fitted coats lined with buttons, lapels and pockets, <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/womens/coats-jackets/textured-longline-coat/GEM489431,default,pd.html">military style coats</a> have seen a 70% increase in popularity on Pinterest over the past month.</p><p>Love the look? As well as keeping you warm and cosy, military style coats tend to fall on the smarter end of the spectrum, making them a great option for work and evenings out.</p><script async defer src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js"></script><p><a data-pin-do="embedPin" data-pin-width="large" data-pin-terse="true" href="https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/371406300498204582/"></a></p><h2>Classic Coats</h2><p>With 42% of Pinterest users currently searching for a classic winter coat, styles like the timeless camel coat are enjoying another season in the spotlight.</p><p><a data-pin-do="embedPin" data-pin-width="large" data-pin-terse="true" href="https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/327988785333966540/"></a></p><p>Perfect for teaming with workwear and casual looks alike, the camel coat is a brilliant investment, as you can literally wear it anywhere and with anything.</p><p>This classic George coat fits the bill perfectly.</p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-version="7" style=" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><div style="padding:8px;"><div style=" background:#F8F8F8; line-height:0; margin-top:40px; padding:62.4537037037% 0; text-align:center; width:100%;"><div style=" background:url(data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAACwAAAAsCAMAAAApWqozAAAABGdBTUEAALGPC/xhBQAAAAFzUkdCAK7OHOkAAAAMUExURczMzPf399fX1+bm5mzY9AMAAADiSURBVDjLvZXbEsMgCES5/P8/t9FuRVCRmU73JWlzosgSIIZURCjo/ad+EQJJB4Hv8BFt+IDpQoCx1wjOSBFhh2XssxEIYn3ulI/6MNReE07UIWJEv8UEOWDS88LY97kqyTliJKKtuYBbruAyVh5wOHiXmpi5we58Ek028czwyuQdLKPG1Bkb4NnM+VeAnfHqn1k4+GPT6uGQcvu2h2OVuIf/gWUFyy8OWEpdyZSa3aVCqpVoVvzZZ2VTnn2wU8qzVjDDetO90GSy9mVLqtgYSy231MxrY6I2gGqjrTY0L8fxCxfCBbhWrsYYAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC); display:block; height:44px; margin:0 auto -44px; position:relative; top:-22px; width:44px;"> </div></div><p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BLf6JZjDYEk/" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">The smart and casual coat for everyday layering</a></p><p style=" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;">A photo posted by GeorgeAtAsda (@georgeatasda) on <time datetime="2016-10-13T09:46:08+00:00" style=" font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px;">Oct 13, 2016 at 2:46am PDT</time></p></div></blockquote><script async defer src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><h2>Velvet Coats</h2><p>With crushed velvet textures hitting the runways this season, the fabric has seen a 68% rise in popularity on Pinterest, with many looking for velvet trim coats and jackets to help them nail the trend.</p><p>Ideal if you&rsquo;re looking for a smarter pull-on, velvet could also replace your fuzzy or faux fur coat from last year - just remember to have an umbrella handy!</p><p><a data-pin-do="embedPin" data-pin-width="large" data-pin-terse="true" href="https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/526358275183975684/"></a></p><h2>Floral Coats</h2><p>The perfect antidote to grey and gloomy weather, <a href="http://direct.asda.com/Embroidered-Bomber-Jacket/GEM525522,default,pd.html?cgid=D1M1G21C1">coats sporting floral prints</a> have jumped by 43% in Pinterest popularity over the past few weeks, with increasing numbers of people looking for a flowery alternative to traditional winter coats.</p><p>If you&rsquo;re not a lover of the colder months, a floral coat could help lift your spirits. Take care when opting for colourful prints however, as you&rsquo;ll want to pick something that will coordinate with what&rsquo;s in your wardrobe.</p><p><a data-pin-do="embedPin" data-pin-width="large" data-pin-terse="true" href="https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/344455071483155821/"></a></p><h2>Bomber Jackets</h2><p>The prospect of chilly weather isn&rsquo;t dampening the <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/womens/coats-jackets/bomber-jackets/D1M1G20C6S9,default,sc.html#http://direct.asda.com/george/womens/coats-jackets/bomber-jackets/D1M1G20C6S9,default,sc.html">bomber jacket trend</a> at all. Though already hugely popular, searches and saves of bomber jacket styles have continued to climb by a respectable 32% over the past month, with more and more of us planning to rock the look through the autumn and winter.</p><p>The key to making the bomber jacket trend work through colder weather is to look for puffed and lined styles - some even have cosy fur trims, then layer your way to warmth. We love a chunky cardigan under a bomber, for warm winter style.</p><p><a data-pin-do="embedPin" data-pin-width="large" data-pin-terse="true" href="https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/571957221409607672/"></a></p><p><em><strong>Shop the George winter collection now <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/clothing/10,default,sc.html" target="_blank">online</a> and in store.</strong></em></p>

The season's biggest coat trends according to Pinterest

By Asda Good Living,13th October 2016

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