Curating a winter look is about finding the balance between staying warm and feeling stylish. For some, this can be challenging, as we tend to gravitate toward oversized and slouchy garments that keep us cozy (guilty as charged) instead of pieces that feel polished and put together. But this winter, we’ve made a commitment to find garments that we don’t have to compromise on. Enter: coated jeans.
Coated jeans are a fashion secret for tackling the winter season. The thick layer of wax makes them extra warm and durable (rain, wind, snow—you’ve met your match). Plus, because they typically come in similarly neutral hues as “normal” jeans, they can be styled with all your year-round essentials—from bodysuits and long-sleeve T-shirts to cashmere knits and trench coats. Ahead, shop the best coated jeans to add to your wardrobe this winter. Plus, see how an editor styles the garment with minimalist pieces.