These vintage-inspired coats have Alexa Chung's approval - they'll make any outfit feel special
Queens of Archive is bringing back old-school glamour
When it comes to outerwear, sometimes a classic black or camel coat just won't cut it. Enter Queens of Archive, the British clothing brand bringing a playful dose of 1960s-inspired glamour to our autumn wardrobes with eye-catching animal prints and the most sumptuous faux fur collars and cuffs.
Loved by style icon Alexa Chung, these vintage-inspired designs are the kind of coats you build an entire outfit around, rather than throw on as an afterthought.
Of course, Alexa isn't the only famous fan. Giovanna Fletcher, Clodagh McKenna, Jaime Winstone and Fearne Cotton all love the brand, too.
Although Queens of Archive coats are a bit more of an investment than your usual barn jackets or puffer coats, the timeless silhouettes and distinctive details make them pieces you'll want to wear year after year. In fact, think of them as future heirlooms!
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This is the kind of coat I'd expect to see a member of the Royal Family wearing to church on Christmas Day. Beautiful, isn't it? The powder blue colour is stunning, and this Limited Edition design looks like it's come straight from the 60s. The collar and cuffs are detachable, so you get several looks in one.
This is the coat Alexa Chung was spotted wearing last year, and it's proving to be a popular piece again this time around. The lining is a pop of soft pink, and truly, this coat IS the outfit. It hardly even matters what you decide to wear underneath!
In striking red, Gloria will brighten up even the greyest of days this season. Queens of Archive calls her "unapologetically glamorous", and she's really going to come into her own around Christmas.
Where else on the high street can you find coats like this? I love the swing silhouette of this style, which the brand sums up as "Wide-eyed glamour meets King’s Road attitude". It's available in sizes XS to XL, and since tartan is one of he biggest trends around right now, this one is a safe bet.
If you're really keen to stand out from the crowd, this zebra print option has your name written all over it. The faux fur around the hem of the coat adds even more glamour, and the zebra stripes are a very striking alternative to leopard spots.
Faux fur collars and cuffs have to be the biggest coat trend for autumn/winter 2026, and Queens of Archive just gets it so right. This one will make you feel so glamorous, even if you just wear it with jeans and a jumper to pop to the shops.
Nicola Orme, Co-Founder of Queens of Archive told woman&home: "Having launched my previous collection with just two coats last autumn/winter, I really wanted to explore what a statement coat means to me.
"I tried to make each one as individual and statement as possible. Each style has a different story, balancing uniqueness whilst also being able to slot into every winter wardrobe.
"Priscilla is so statement and Vivienne is her natural successor. She’s deep black faux fur maxi coat with a fluffier shawl collar and bold contrast leopard lining. She’s opulent, focussed and flattering, the coat I wished existed.
"Francoise and Etta are kindred spirits. Both are A-line and above the knee, so easy to wear and layer, but they can just as easily be loud and statement. They also both have detachable collar and cuff for styling versatility throughout the seasons.
"Our zebra print Monroe takes the lead as the bolder one, doing the job of a dress, a definite head-turner.
Finally, Gloria is the epitome of winter for me. A Sunday best coat for winter strolls and cosy pub lunches!"
