Stay Warm With the 9 Best Plus-Size Winter Coats and Jackets

You don't want to be caught in a snow storm or freezing temperatures without a winter coat or jacket to keep you warm and comfortable. If you've been wearing a coat that just isn't holding up against the cold weather, it might be time for an upgrade. A great coat should be designed with high quality materials and feature superior construction to ensure it protects you from the elements and lasts longer than one season. You don't want to sacrifice style or fit for function, though, so be sure to find a coat that's durable that you also love wearing.

At the Good Housekeeping Institute, our Textiles Lab experts test all sorts of winter weather gear, including fleece-lined leggings, winter boots, warm socks and, of course, winter coats. In our most recent coat test, analysts evaluated over 30 styles of coats in our Lab, considering fabrication, insulation, unique design elements and more. We also shared our coats with consumer testers who were able to provide us with their feedback about properties like overall comfort, fit and warmth. Altogether, our analysts gathered and reviewed over 1,000 data points and used this information, along with rave online reviews from real users, when making our picks for the best plus-size winter coats.

Our top picks:

Keep reading to learn about how we test winter coats and for helpful shopping tips, but first, here are our favorite plus-size winter coats this season. Looking for a new pair of boots to match your coat? Check out our nine best plus-size boots of 2022, designed to accommodate wide calfs.